The City Council of Houston approved an ordinance to amend an existing contract with Honesty Environmental, Inc. for environmental, asbestos, and demolition services. This first amendment increases the maximum contract amount by $1,475,000, raising the total from $3,525,000 to $5,000,000. The increase is necessary to continue services due to an escalated demand for demolitions throughout the city. The original contract was awarded on October 4, 2023, for a 3-year term with two one-year options to renew, and is set to expire on October 4, 2026. This amendment ensures the uninterrupted provision of essential services, including asbestos abatement, lead-based paint remediation, and the demolition of hazardous structures.