Harris County is home to more than 4.7 million residents, making it the fourth largest county in the United States.

The county includes over 30 cities within its boundaries.

Harris County is known for key features like the Houston Ship Channel, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, The Houston Medical Center, and more.

Harris County is governed by five Commissioners Court members: four Commissioners and one County Judge.

The Commissioners Court sets tax rates and allocates funding for services like criminal justice, infrastructure, flood control, and more.

Decisions on county funding and operations are made during Commissioners Court meetings.