Statement from Commissioner Lesley Briones on Balancing the Fiscal Year 2026 Harris County Budget

Statement from Commissioner Lesley Briones on Balancing the Fiscal Year 2026 Harris County Budget

Commissioner Lesley Briones

“Our Harris County budget is more than a financial document; it reflects our values and priorities. After months of deep engagement through numerous town halls and hundreds of survey responses, the community told us what mattered most: public safety, public health, infrastructure, and disaster readiness. I’m proud we delivered a balanced budget that protects core services, without having to ask hardworking women and men to vote on raising their taxes. I am grateful to my […]