Press Room

Harris County paid family leave goes into effect this week making the county the first in Texas to offer benefit to employees.

Harris County, TX — Today, April 23, 2020 Commissioner Adrian Garcia is announcing the launch of the “Senior Care Facility Task Force” to ensure seniors, who are among the most at-risk during the Coronavirus pandemic, are not forgotten. The group will hold discussions with operators of Precinct 2 senior living facilities and will use this information to present a set of recommendations for how to navigate the current crisis and keep residents and facilities safe. The task force features experts from an array of sectors related to all aspects of crisis management and senior facility care.

Harris County, TX — Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia is proud to announce the opening of Atascocita Park. This $11.5 million project created a brand new addition to Precinct 2’s park system and boasts several exciting amenities including: a large playground with one of the highest skywalks in the area, dog park for large and small breeds, large picnic pavilion, and much more!

Harris County, TX — TODAY, May 19, 2020, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia issues the following statement in support of the appointment of Christopher Hollins to become the Harris County Clerk for the remainder of 2020. Hollins’ term begins June 1st, when current clerk Dr. Diane Trautman’s resignation becomes final.

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – May 14th - Commissioner Adrian Garcia has proposed to invest one million dollars in a new Land Trust pilot program that could give Harris County residents an opportunity to own a home.

Harris County, TX— In reaction to Judge Lina Hidalgo’s decision to issue a county-wide stay at home order in Harris County, Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia releases the following statement:

HOUSTON – Commissioner Adrian Garcia is monitoring the fire at the ExxonMobil Olefins Plant in Baytown very closely and ready to assist if support is needed. 

Precinct 2 is having Pop-Up Food Giveaways to give families an opportunity to pick up much-needed fruits, veggies, and other items. These items are being donated by different organizations, businesses, and non-profits.

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Commissioner Adrian Garcia successfully led the effort to move Harris County to 100 percent renewable energy on Tuesday, October 8th. The purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) is the first step toward making Harris County greener and positions it to be a leader among local governments by setting the standard for green energy use.

Commissioner Garcia supports County Judge Lina Hidalgo's decision to issue county-wide stay at home order in Harris County.