Legislation Details

File #: 26-2580    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Investment Memo Status: Passed
File created: 4/6/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 4/16/2026 Final action: 4/16/2026
Title: Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Freed Playground Upgrades project, for an amount of $600,000.00, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $600,000.00.
Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner

Managing Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Managing Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Commercial Paper
Investment Memo Type: Final Investment Memo

Project Name: Freed Playground Upgrades
Project ID (if applicable): FREED_PLYGRND
Vendor Legal Name (if applicable): N/A

MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Achievement (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE 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

Incremental Authorization Requested: $600,000.00
Total Estimated Project Cost: $600,000.00

Request Summary:
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Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Freed Playground Upgrades project, for an amount of $600,000.00, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $600,000.00.
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Project Description:
This project will be a play space designed to be accessible and enjoyable for children of all abilities, including those with physical, sensory, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities. We hope to incorporate a variety of features like barrier-free surfacing, adaptive swings, sensory-rich elements, and varied play equipment to ensure all children can play side-by-side, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
An inclusive playground designed with accessible paths, universally designed equipment, and sensory-rich features would create meaningful developmental, social, and community benefits. Children of all abilities would be able to move freely, engage in physical activity, and participate in play. The playground would promote social interaction and independence for children with diverse needs, including those with mobility, learning, or sens...

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