Legislation Details

File #: 25-3264    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Policy Status: Passed
File created: 5/12/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 5/22/2025 Final action: 5/22/2025
Title: Request for approval to periodically invite food truck vendors to the department office at 2318 Atascocita Road to provide staff with convenient food options while supporting a range of local small businesses.

Primary Department: Fire Marshal

Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Laurie L. Christensen, Fire Marshal

 

Secondary Department: Sheriff

Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez, Sheriff

 

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Policy

 

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 periodically invite food truck vendors to the department office at 2318 Atascocita Road to provide staff with convenient food options while supporting a range of local small businesses.

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Background and Discussion:

We would rotate vendors and not select the same food truck each time.

The Fire Marshal’s Office, located at 2318 Atascocita Rd, does not have immediate access to nearby dining options, which can create challenges for staff during lunch breaks-particularly for those working extended shifts or during periods of high activity. Allowing food truck vendors to visit the site periodically provides a convenient and efficient solution to meet staff needs without requiring them to leave the premises.

 

In addition to enhancing employee morale and operational efficiency, this initiative supports local food truck businesses by offering them a rotating opportunity to serve a consistent customer base.

 

Expected Impact:

Inviting food truck vendors to the Fire Marshal’s Office is expected to improve employee satisfaction and reduce the time spent traveling offsite for meals, enhancing overall productivity. This initiative may also foster a more positive work environment and strengthen community engagement by supporting local small businesses.

 

Alternative Options:

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County Strategic Plan Goal:  N/A

County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A

Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1):   N/A

Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2):  N/A

Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A

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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Location:

Address (if applicable): 2318 Atascocita Road, Humble

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Fiscal and Personnel Summary

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Additional Budget Request (Requires Fiscal Review Request Form)

 

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Grants - Proposed Budget (To be filled out by Grants staff only)

 

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Grant Funds Applied for/Awarded (Total)

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Personnel (Fill out section only if requesting new PCNs)

 

Current Position Count for Service

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Total Personnel

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Anticipated Court Date: 5/22/2025

Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 5/22/2025

 

Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item

 

Contact(s) name, title, department: Bobby Cato, Finance Officer, Fire Marshal’s Office

 

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