Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
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Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas Southern University
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MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an agreement with Texas Southern University through its Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research Community Engagement Core to provide educational and community outreach programs in Precinct 4 community centers focusing on health education.
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Background and Discussion:
The Community Engagement Core of TSU's Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research hosts monthly health education seminars about disease prevention and self-care practices, education about recruitment into approved clinical trials and clinical research protocols, evaluation of minority health status, and outcome research projects. The agreement expires October 1, 2026, with up to two (2) two-year optional renewal periods.
Expected Impact:
Partnering with the TSU's Community Engagement Core will empower our underserved communities by delivering health education programs.
Alternative Options:
County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
County Strategic Plan Objective: N: Improve the health behaviors of community members.
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