Legislation Details

File #: 26-1974    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Policy Status: Passed
File created: 3/9/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 3/19/2026 Final action: 3/19/2026
Title: Request for approval for the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity, to hold the 2026 Houston Strollathon fundraiser in Bear Creek Pioneers Park, including the sale of tickets and merchandise.
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): International Rett Syndrome Foundation

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 International Rett Syndrome Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity, to hold the 2026 Houston Strollathon fundraiser in Bear Creek Pioneers Park, including the sale of tickets and merchandise.
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Background and Discussion:
International Rett Syndrome Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating research for treatments and a cure for Rett syndrome, while also providing support and resources to families affected by this rare neurological disorder. Rett syndrome primarily affects young girls and causes severe physical and cognitive challenges. The Houston Strollathon is a family-friendly, community-based engagement, awareness, and fundraising event. The event is currently scheduled to be held on October 25, 2026.

Expected Impact: N/A

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: N/A
County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A

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