Primary Department: County Library
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton, Executive Director
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Position
Project ID (if applicable): FY26_TSLAC_LIFI
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas State Library and Archives Commission
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Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item.N/A
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the County Library for approval of a position effective January 10, 2026 for the FY26 Library Infrastructure Facility Improvement (LIFI) Expansion Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Public Library has received a Library Infrastructure Facility Improvement (LIFI) Expansion Program grant from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) for FY26. This request is for one full-time Project Manager - IT position. This project aims to bridge the digital divide in underserved communities by expanding high-speed fiber connectivity to potential satellite library locations and upgrading the computer lab at the Aldine Branch Library.
The grant will enhance the library’s capacity to provide reliable, high-speed internet access and improved technology resources. The expanded computer lab will support workforce development, distance learning, and community education programs. Through partnerships with local organizations and contractors, this initiative will strengthen digital access, promote economic growth, and increase community engagement. The grant term for this award is 9/1/25 - 12/31/26.
Expected Impact:
Fiber access will transform satellite sites into digital hubs for remote work, digital access, and education. The lab expansion will offer improved resources for workforce training, distance learning, and community programs. Partnering with local organizations and contractors, this initiative will strengthen digital access, support economic growth, and promote community engagement.
Alternative Options:
There were no alternative options identified.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): K3: Increase reskilling and upskilling opportunities by leveraging community colleges, nonprofits, and other training and resource providers.
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any):
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10/16/2025 |
25-6385 |
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Location:
Address (if applicable): 5749 South Loop East, Houston, TX 77003
Precinct(s): Precinct 2
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FY26 Library Infrastructure Facility Improvement (LIFI) Expansion Program- Aldine Branch |
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Anticipated Court Date: 1/8/2026
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 1/10/2026
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Lori Remington, Division Director of Human Resources
Daisy Torres, Division Director of Finance and Budget
Attachments (if applicable): 3441 Form, Job Description