Policy & Innovation

Commissioner Lesley Briones is committed to advancing opportunity and justice for Precinct 4 and all Harris County residents through innovative partnerships and evidence-based policy.

Precinct 4 Advisory Committees: Spring 2024 Recommendations & Quarterly Report

Commissioners Court Highlights

June 4, 2024

✅ Harris County Precinct 4 partnered with Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis to continue, strengthen, and expand the Holistic Assistance Response Team (HART). These new policies will support our county’s mobile crisis responders, protect HART, ensure its integrity, and establish clear evaluation criteria and oversight.

✅ Precinct 4 passed a resolution recognizing June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Harris County.

✅ The Court took steps to implement a $15 per hour minimum wage for all Harris County part-time, temporary, grant-funded employees and contractors.

Featured News

All Treats: 9 Events to Get into the Halloween Spirit in Precinct 4

10/07/2024

Whether you want to trick-or-treat, compete in a costume contest, or come to a potluck, Precinct 4 is here to ensure you have a ghoulishly good time. So, grab your costume, some treats, and your family and visit one of the events below to celebrate Halloween with your community.

Heart of P4: From Struggling to Access Government Benefits to Leading a Team That Helps Others Navigate Them

09/28/2024

Najat Elsayed has been helping everyone she could since she was a child. In middle school, she tried to find ways to send supplies and resources to people in war zones. In high school, she fundraised and crowdsourced supplies for a family in need, often using her own funds and resources to try and give the children normal childhood experiences.

Commissioner Lesley Briones Celebrates Transformational $11.3 million U.S. Interior Department Grant for Gulfton’s Burnett Bayland Park

09/26/2024

Harris County Precinct 4 has been awarded an $11.3 million grant from the United States Department of the Interior for its Burnett Bayland Park Improvements Project, marking a major milestone in revitalizing this vital community space

Harris County approved its budget. Here’s what you need to know.

09/20/2024

Every year, the County must approve a budget to fund all County operations – from roads and bridges to law enforcement and affordable housing. This year, Commissioners Court approved a $2.67 billion budget, which affects everyone who lives, works, and visits Harris County. The budget is funded primarily by Harris County residents’ property taxes.

Harris County authorizes first dedicated season for Diwali fireworks sales

09/19/2024

Commissioner Briones’ measure to allow the sale of fireworks for Diwali, in partnership with community organizations and the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, passed with 4 votes. The Diwali fireworks season will include a public safety educational initiative and will be subject to Commissioners Court’s annual authorization.

A balanced budget, a safer Harris County

09/19/2024

Commissioners Court adopted a $2.67 billion budget that addresses Harris County’s growing needs with important investments in infrastructure, courts and law enforcement, public health, stable housing, and government operations.

Precinct 4 honors and celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

09/15/2024

Every year, in mid-September, it is common to encounter advertisements, products, and activities dedicated to Hispanic Heritage Month. But do you know how this celebration began in the United States?

El Precinto 4 honra y celebra el Mes de Herencia Hispana.

09/15/2024

Cada año, a mediados de septiembre, es normal encontrarse con anuncios, productos y actividades dedicadas al Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Pero ¿conoces la razón y el origen de esta celebración en Estados Unidos?

Your budget questions, answered

09/12/2024

Ever wonder how you get the services you need? This past Tuesday, Sept. 10, Harris County Commissioners decided on a budget for next year that they’ll be voting to approve on September 19.

Commissioner Lesley Briones advocates for Safe, Stronger Communities in Harris County 2025 Budget

09/10/2024

With a focus on public safety and strengthening our infrastructure, Commissioner Lesley Briones voted to advance a general fund budget for fiscal year (FY) 2025 that will address the critical needs of Harris County residents.