Primary Department: Economic Equity and Opportunity
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Jie Wu, Interim Executive Director
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
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 to use the department’s Procurement Card (P-Card), reimburse expenses, or use other County-approved payment types for expenses incurred for various meals, food, and beverage expenditures in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for the period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
DEEO will continue to provide and expand community outreach, including events such as community-based meetings, outreach programs, conferences, and initiatives to reach the community, small business enterprises, and other local businesses. DEEO’s goal is to continue outreach, which will require funds for light refreshments, food, and related items. The items will be purchased between October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
Expected Impact:
This approval will allow DEEO the opportunity to continue outreach events for small business enterprises and other local businesses and to expand opportunities to connect and engage with the community.
Alternative Options:
Commissioners Court can choose not to approve this request. Failure to approve may negatively impact engagement, as DEEO would not be able to ensure outreach opportunities are appropriately funded for food, light refreshments, and related items, which...
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