County reports jail population increase; renovations under way to restore beds
Average daily population rose in recent months and releases began to lag bookings; county staff and the sheriff outlined renovation work (plumbing, HVAC, lighting) on multiple floors to restore bed capacity and reduce outsourced placements.
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Harris County staff and the sheriff briefed the court on recent increases in jail population and the county's plan to restore internal capacity through phased renovations.
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