Legislation Details

File #: 26-6006    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Financial Authorization Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 9/3/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 9/17/2026 Final action:
Title: Request for approval to spend an amount not to exceed $5,000 on food purchases (catering) for departmental meetings and educational events for the period of October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027.
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Primary Department: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: David Wright

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Type of Request: Financial Authorization

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to spend an amount not to exceed $5,000 on food purchases (catering) for departmental meetings and educational events for the period of October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
Department 821 holds numerous meetings and educational/outreach events for Harris County residents and staff. During some of these meetings/events, a catered meal or other food options are provided for the participants.

Expected Impact:
Offering food options help to increase attendance at events


Alternative Options:
The alternative option will be to not provide the food offerings


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Fiscal and Personnel Summary Service Name Education Services Current Fiscal Year Cost Annual Fiscal Cost Labor
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Recurring Expenses Funding Sources Existing Budget 1000 - General Fund $ $ $...

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