Berry’s term, which lasted for less than two years, has overseen the expansion of county government.
The comptroller’s analysis found Harris County reduced at least one constable’s budget by more than $2.3 million for 2023.
Initially approved by the Texas Department of Transportation in 2021, the I-45 expansion project had been on hold due to the county’s federal lawsuit.
Unofficial totals gave the embattled incumbent judge a one-percentage point victory over Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer.
The county will default to the no-new-revenue tax rate, but increase revenues by an estimated $66 million due to new properties added to the tax rolls.
Newly published documents show that Harris County COVID-19 vaccine outreach funds went to groups compiling data for Democratic candidates and groups.
The latest poll has incumbent Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo trailing Republican challenger Alexandra del Moral Mealer by two points.
Ramsey and Cagle have rejected entreaties to attend a meeting at which Democrats could force through a tax increase proposal.
Hundreds of citizens and law enforcement officers signed up to speak, but Hidalgo adjourned the commissioners court early, saying she needed rest.
Commissioner Cagle has twice met Democratic opponent Lesley Briones in candidate forums debating public safety, county spending, and flood control.
In retaliation, Commissioner Garcia flagged projects to be held in GOP precincts including road repairs, intersection improvements, and a flood and drainage master plan.
As family members shared stories of murdered loved ones, many expressed anger towards elected officials over rising crime in the community.
