Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Department Head/Elected Official: Rodney Ellis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Project Row Houses
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 that the County Judge execute an agreement with Project Row Houses, a nonprofit Texas Corporation, for Commissioner Precinct 1 to collaborate with Project Row Houses in supporting activities related to the 2024 observance of Juneteenth.
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Background and Discussion:
Commissioner Precinct 1 proposes to partner with Project Row Houses, a nonprofit Texas corporation, in support of community activities in observance of the 2024 Juneteenth holiday. Under the agreement, Precinct 1 will supply up to three busses, with necessary staff, to support historical tours of Harris County locations linked to the Juneteenth celebration. Participants will be students and seniors currently engaged in Precinct programs, as well as participants selected by Project Row Houses. The tours will be conducted on either Saturday, June 15th, or Tuesday, June 18th.
Expected Impact:
The tours will give students and seniors the opportunity to learn more about the history and legacy of Juneteenth in Houston and Harris County, providing them access to a significant educational opportunity regarding the community in which they live.
Alternative Options:
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any): None
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Address (if applicable): 2521 Holman Street, Houston, Texas ...
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