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): Houston Haitians United
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 Houston Haitians United, a 501(c)(3) organization, to hold the Houston Haitian Flag Day Festival fundraiser at McClendon Park, including third-party vendors.
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Background and Discussion:
Currently scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Houston Haitian Flag Day Festival is a cultural celebration honoring the history, heritage, and contributions of Haiti and the Haitian diaspora. This family-friendly community event will feature live music, cultural performances, traditional Haitian cuisine, local vendors, and educational opportunities that highlight Haitian history and culture. The event is designed to foster community engagement, cultural awareness, and unity across the Greater Houston area.
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
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: N/A
Prior Court Actio...
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