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: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): The Women's Resource
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 between Harris County and The Women's Resource, for the purpose of approving an agreement to provide financial education courses at Precinct 4 community centers at no cost to the County.
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Background and Discussion:
Precinct 4 seeks approval to enter into an agreement with The Women's Resource of Greater Houston to provide financial education programming at designated Precinct 4 community centers. The Women's Resource delivers training and coaching designed to help women and girls build financial knowledge, confidence, and long-term economic stability by meeting participants directly in community settings. These programs support improved financial health, debt and expense management, savings and investment practices, and resilience during economic challenges.
Financial literacy offered through this partnership has demonstrated benefits, including enhanced protection against financial fraud, improved negotiating skills, and the ability to achieve long-term financial goals. It can also support survivors of abusive situations by fostering economic independence. This initiative helps to expand economic opportunity, address knowledge gaps, and reduce financial stress for residents through accessible, commu...
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