Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): University of Houston College of Optometry
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 that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and University of Houston College of Optometry to provide free vision screenings within Bayland, Burnett Bayland, and Freed Community Centers at no cost to the County.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Precinct 4 seeks to enter into an agreement with the University of Houston College of Optometry, a nationally recognized academic and clinical leader in vision care, to provide free vision screenings for residents at Bayland, Burnett Bayland, and Freed Community Centers. Under this partnership, UH College of Optometry will offer up to 12 screenings annually, provide qualified personnel and materials, and distribute vouchers for uninsured individuals to access services at the University Eye Institute. The agreement outlines the roles and responsibilities of both parties to support expanded access to preventive eye health services at no cost to the County.
Expected Impact:
This collaboration will improve access to essential vision care for Precinct 4 residents, particularly those with limited insurance coverage or barriers to routine eye exams. By leveraging UH College of Optometry’s expertise and clinical resources, the County can provide early vision screening and referrals, helping to prevent avoidable vision issues and improve overall community health. The program supports the precinct’s commitment to equitable, preventive healthcare without creating additional fiscal impact.
Alternative Options: N/A
County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
County Strategic Plan Objective: O: Increase access to quality health care, including preventive and behavioral health.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): O1: Coordinate health organizations to improve access and care.
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: N/A
Prior Court Action (if any):
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8/6/2024 |
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Approved agreement with Precinct 1 |
Location: Bayland Community Center
Address (if applicable): 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074
Location: Burnett Bayland Community Center
Address (if applicable): 6026 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, TX 77081
Location: Freed Community Center
Address (if applicable): 6818 Shadyvilla Ln, Houston, TX 77055
Precinct(s): Precinct 4
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Anticipated Court Date: 10/30/2025
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): Click or tap to enter a date.
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Steve Wright, Chief Operating Officer, Commissioner Precinct 4
Attachments (if applicable): Agreement