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: Memorandum of Understanding
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Summerhouse Houston
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 that the County Judge execute an agreement with Summerhouse Houston to provide opportunity for services to participants for job placement as temporary part-time employees with Precinct 4 at no cost to the county.
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Background and Discussion:
This Memorandum of Understanding between Harris County Precinct 4 and Summerhouse Houston establishes a partnership to promote employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Precinct 4 will identify suitable roles within its programs, while Summerhouse Houston provides candidate preparation and job coaching. The agreement reflects a shared commitment to inclusion and equitable access to meaningful work.
Expected Impact:
The collaboration is expected to increase employment opportunities for individuals with IDD, enhance community inclusion, and provide ongoing support for workplace success. By combining resources and expertise, the initiative aims to improve quality of life and serve as a model for future public-nonprofit partnerships.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
County Strategic Plan Objective: K: Provide workers with training and other supports (e.g. child care) to participate fully in the...
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