Department: County Library
Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton, Library Director
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
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to use the county credit card in an amount not to exceed $5,835 for the purpose of purchasing food and refreshments for up to 389 department employees at a maximum of $15 each, during the professional development training and networking event at the Children’s Museum Houston (CMH) on December 13, 2024.
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Background and Discussion: Harris County Public Library and Children’s Museum Houston have been awarded the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Services by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). This award showcases the tremendous abilities of libraries and museums to serve as trusted, dynamic public spaces that meet the needs of their communities. The agenda will include introductions of County Library and CMH leadership, award announcements, recognition of program participation, staff enrichment training, and networking opportunities.
Expected Impact: Purchasing food and refreshments will give all HCPL staff the opportunity to attend this after-hours development event without having to close any of our branches during regular business hours.
Alternative Options: N/A
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Location: Children’s Museum of Houston
Address (if applicable): 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
Precinct(s): Countywide
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Current Position Count for Service |
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Anticipated Court Date: November 12, 2024
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date):
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Hannah Norman, Branch Administrative Services, Harris County Public Library
Attachments (if applicable): N/A