Primary Department: Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Joel Levine, M.A., LCSW, Executive Director
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Type of Request: Financial Authorization
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Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to use general funds in the amount of $15,000 to host the 2026 Dianne Bynum Annual Conference on May 22, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Resources for Children and Adults will host the Annual Administrative Support Services Conference on May 22, 2026. The conference named in honor of the late Harris County Board President, Dianne Bynum, is designed to promote the following four areas: Health and Well-Being, Career Skill Building, Education and Financial Planning. On this day, administration will take a step back, to serve those who serve others - affording them the opportunity to embrace change and expand their horizons, both personally and professionally.
Expected Impact: Equipping administrative assistants with holistic support; encompassing health/well-being, career skill-building, education, and financial planning-provides significant advantages to county government operations. Key benefits include improved workforce productivity, reduced operational costs, and enhanced talent retention.
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
County Strategic Plan Objective: K: Provide workers with training and other supports (e.g. child care) to participate fully in the local economy.
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Address (if applicable): 6300 Irvington, Houston, TX 77022
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Anticipated Court Date: 4/16/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Joel Levine, Executive Director, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults, Will Walker, Administration Division Director, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults, Eric R. Johnson, Training Institute Manager, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults.
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