Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Policy
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): American Lebanese Cultural Center
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval for the American Lebanese Cultural Center (ALCC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, to hold the ALCC Carnival on Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, 2026, at George Bush Park, including on-site vendors.
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Background and Discussion:
The American Lebanese Cultural Center (ALCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote appreciation and understanding of Lebanese culture and heritage, while strengthening the bonds of friendship between the people of the United States and Lebanon through cultural and social activities.
The ALCC Carnival is a family-friendly community event expected to attract approximately 500 attendees under the covered pavilions. Admission will be free to the public, with food and cultural items available for purchase.
Expected Impact:
All proceeds from the event will go toward supporting the ALCC's cultural programs, which are offered free of charge to members and at discounted rates to nonmembers.
Alternative Options:
If this request is not approved the organization will have to find a different venue to hold their event.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
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