Legislation Details

File #: 26-2287    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Grant Status: Passed
File created: 4/1/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 4/16/2026 Final action: 4/16/2026
Title: Request that the County Judge execute a Proposed Site Collaboration Letter in support of a Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids County Connections Summer Initiative 2026 grant application to be submitted by Barrett Economic & Community Development Organization (BECDO) for the 2026 Barrett Youth Enrichment Summer Camp, Precinct 3.
Attachments: 1. BECDO Proposed Site Collaboration Letter.pdf
Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 3
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Tom S. Ramsey, P.E.

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Type of Request: Grant - Application

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Request that the County Judge execute a Proposed Site Collaboration Letter in support of a Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids County Connections Summer Initiative 2026 grant application to be submitted by Barrett Economic & Community Development Organization (BECDO) for the 2026 Barrett Youth Enrichment Summer Camp, Precinct 3.
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Background and Discussion:
Since 2000, the Barrett Station and Riley Chambers Community Centers and Riley Chambers Park have served
as the location for the annual Barrett Summer Youth Enrichment Program summer camp. This camp offers
youth in and around the historic Barrett community an opportunity to continue to learn, grow, socialize, and
have fun during the summer break between the regular school years. The FY 26 Proposed Collaboration Letter
is required for the Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids County Connections Summer
The Initiative 2026 grant application will be submitted by BECDO. BECDO will be the recipient of the grant if
awarded. The letter outlines the use of the Barrett Station and Riley Chambers Community Centers and Riley
Chambers Park facilities for the 2026 summer camp.

Expected Impact:
This program will support youth education and the development of social, life, and leadership skills that foster
success and build the founda...

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