Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Erica Lee Carter, County Administrator
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Miscellaneous Section
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Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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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 appointment of Erin M. Epley, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Women's Commission, Position 7, for a term ending December 31, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Women's Commission was created in March of 2022 with 9 appointed members to serve as an advisory body to the Commissioners Court. The Commission helps lead research, produce reports, engage with the community, and make recommendations to the Court related to economic opportunities and health outcomes of women, of all races and ethnicities and income levels, in Harris County. Members serve two-year terms beginning in January.
Expected Impact:
Appointment to a vacant at-large seat, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the commission.
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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
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