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 Sheriff's Office
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 Harris County Sheriff's Office cadets on the Unity in the Community Cadet Bus Tour.
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Background and Discussion:
Currently scheduled for September 9, 2026, the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) "Unity in the Community" Cadet Bus Tour is designed to introduce cadets to the diverse communities they will serve by visiting predominantly Hispanic, Asian, African American, LGBTQIA+, Indian, Jewish, and Muslim areas. At each stop, selected speakers from local communities discuss the history of their community's relationship with law enforcement, including past challenges, conflicts, and notable cases. These grassroots leaders highlight specific concerns and cultural nuances, offering cadets practical suggestions for building stronger, more effective connections with each group.
Expected Impact: N/A
Alternative Options:
Not approving this request would cause the organizers to find alternative transportation.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
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
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