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: Asset Management
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Harris County Constable Precinct 5
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 of the usage of Precinct 4 charter buses for the purpose of transporting Citizens Police Academy participants to tour the Houston TranStar facility, sponsored by Harris County Constable, Precinct 5.
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Background and Discussion:
The Citizens Police Academy is a 10-week program offered by Precinct 5 that gives residents an inside look at law enforcement from the perspective of a deputy on patrol. Participants attend weekly sessions that include classroom instruction and hands-on training, covering topics such as patrol procedures, officer safety, use of force, legal concepts, and modern police equipment. The program allows community members to experience aspects of police work firsthand and aims to provide a more accurate, informed understanding of law enforcement. The tour is scheduled for May 14, 2026.
Expected Impact: N/A
Alternative Options:
Not approving this request would cause the organizers to find alternative transportation.
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County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
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Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
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