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Commissioners approve $3M for HCSO to fight violent crime
Read full article: Commissioners approve $3M for HCSO to fight violent crimeHOUSTON – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office was granted $3 million by the Harris County Commissioners County in an effort to fight against violent crimes. There was a 5-0 vote in the Harris County Commissioners Court that approved the funds after the initiative was presented by Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia. The funds will be used to protect victims and reduce violent crimes that officials say stemmed from the pandemic. Violent Crimes Units will prioritize investigations of repeat offenders and organized criminal activity. In addition, the Adult Special Crimes Unit will identify domestic abuse suspects who have not been captured as well as Adult Sex Crimes investigations.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George announces childcare voucher program aimed to assist county families impacted by COVID-19
Read full article: Fort Bend County Judge KP George announces childcare voucher program aimed to assist county families impacted by COVID-19RICHMOND, Texas – Fort Bend County Judge KP George will announce the county has approved the Federal CARES Act funding to support families with eligible childcare expenses Monday in a press conference at 10 a.m. The announcement will take place at the Historic County Courthouse, located on the 2nd Floor Commissioners Courtroom in Richmond, Texas. Qualified families can receive a childcare voucher valued at $500per child. The childcare voucher can be used at any participating licensed childcare facility in Fort Bend County. AdTo learn more about the Fort Bend County Childcare Program, visit: https://bit.ly/3be1ZMU
Finance Friday: Here’s everything you need to know regarding the new CARES Act
Read full article: Finance Friday: Here’s everything you need to know regarding the new CARES ActThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON – You’ve probably heard of the Federal CARES Act that aims to provide relief to Americans as a result of covid-19. Certified financial planner and president of Shakiba Capital, Trevor Shakiba along with certified public accountant with Jenkins and Associates, Kevin Jenkins share 6 important updates regarding the act.