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): Street Soccer USA
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 Street Soccer USA and Harris County Precinct 4 to authorize the installation of mini-pitch soccer fields on Harris County Juvenile Probation Department property located at 6500 Chimney Rock Rd.
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Background and Discussion:
Street Soccer USA has proposed installing two small turf, walled soccer fields with lighting and a classroom container at the Opportunity Center campus, prompting coordination between Precinct 4, Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD), and multiple partner organizations, including Visa, Bank of America, and Precinct4Forward. The project requires alignment on maintenance, programming responsibilities, and recipient ownership, as it involves repurposing existing tennis court space and integrating new infrastructure. Stakeholders are working to clarify roles and expedite planning to enable installation in early 2026.
Expected Impact:
The installation will create a dedicated, safe, and modern play space that expands recreational access for youth served by the Opportunity Center and the surrounding community. The Street Soccer USA model brings structured programming, social-emotional learning benefits, and long-term community engagement at no cost to participants. Once...
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