Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Rodney Ellis
Managing Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Managing Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Rodney Ellis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Investment Memo
Investment Memo Type: Final Investment Memo
Project Name: Precinct 1 FY26-27 Facility Improvement
Project ID (if applicable): FY26-27FACILITY
Vendor Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Achievement (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE 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
Incremental Authorization Requested: $5,000,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $20,000,000
Request Summary:
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Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 1 FY26-27 Facility Improvement project in the incremental amount of $5,000,000 for a total authorization of $20,000,000, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $11,270,000 for a total amount of $20,000,000.
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Project Description:
The facility improvement projects are to enhance infrastructure, facility accessibility, safety, and operational capacity. All project improvements are located at Precinct One parks, community centers, and offices. The tranches are separated by the expected completion date of our contractors. A further project description is captured in the project scope of the table below.
Anticipated Project Expenditures and Timeline:
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Tranche |
Location/Projects |
Project Scope Breakdown |
Estimated Cost |
Estimated Completion |
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Previously Approved |
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1 |
Adair Park |
New fencing around the park perimeter and maintenance compound. Overlay the slab at the smoke house pavilion. Replace the green awning over the pit at the smokehouse. |
$ 465,000 |
Q3 2026 |
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1 |
El Camino |
Install an irrigation system and design an additional permanent access option with MD Anderson. |
$500,000 |
Q3 2026 |
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1 |
Hester House Community Center |
Gate / Door Card Reader Access: Install access control as needed for Hester House wellness and community building. |
$150,000 |
Q3 2026 |
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1 |
Various Locations |
2787 El Camino: Install piping for water feature to convert to automatic flow of water Barbara Jordan: Improve the tennis court to accommodate pickleball and tennis. Danny Jackson Bark Park: Install gates between the park parking lot and the adjacent lot to secure the ballpark. EFL Park: Upgrade the intrusion system at the ball fields and concession stands. |
$124,469 |
Q3 2026 |
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1 |
Park Amenities Replacement |
Install Park benches, picnic tables, trash cans, and grills. |
$500,000 |
Q3 2026 |
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1 |
South Region Parks |
Install restroom doors and chase-way doors. Remove keyed locks and install badge reader/intrusion system at amphitheater for all south region parks. |
$690,889 |
Q3 2026 |
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Preliminary Investment Memo Total |
$2,430,358 |
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2 |
Tom Bass I and III |
Tom Bass I Park: High-level assessment and offer some concept level alternatives about what could be done with the gazebo, boardwalk and the surrounding areas. Replace fencing around park perimeter and office compound. Tom Bass III Community Center: Upgrade all existing VCT (vinyl composite tile) to LVT (luxury vinyl tile) flooring. |
$327,574 |
Q4 2026 |
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2 |
Central Region Park Office |
Building 1 - Install new doors, floors, siding, wash bay expansion, and shelf buildout ($440k). Renovation of restrooms and offices ($180k). Building 2 - repair of roof and siding ($357k), and installation of large fans and ventilation ($20k). |
$997,000 |
Q1 2027 |
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2 |
Pct1 ADA |
Life/Safety: Address findings in the ADA compliance report at all OCRE facilities. |
$250,000 |
Q2 2027 |
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3 |
Deussen Park Improvements |
Conceptual layout and design of (A) nature center, (B) the community/senior center, and (C) the new amphitheater ($800k). Design and construct fencing around the perimeter and add parking at Pavilion #2 ($200k). |
$1,000,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Finnigan YET Center |
YET Center improvements: new doors & wall paint, remove trophy case, rehab bathrooms, evaluate HVAC, and add patio space ($1M). Rehabilitation of the existing parking lot and replacement of the gates ($400k) Finnigan Main Building: Restroom rehab. |
$1,400,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Hester House - Enclosure and Storage |
New enclosed walkway and storage facility connecting Hester House to the Recreation Center. The enclosure will incorporate 1,200 SF for storage and include a covered, open breezeway between the 2 buildings to allow access to the back of the property when the building facilities are closed. Improvements to the restrooms in the Hester House building will also be included. |
$650,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Lincoln Park Community Center Renovations |
New structure with (Approximately 12,000 SF) indoor flex space, restrooms with showers & locker space, small storage area, and entry area with connection to the main building via breezeway or enclosure. Improvements will also include an additional parking lot (40 additional spaces) and renovations to the restrooms in the existing building. |
$3,900,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Restroom Rehab |
Remodeling restrooms in the following Precinct One locations: Deussen Park, Tom Bass III, El Franco Lee Park, Cavalcade, Aquatics Center, Barbara Jordan, El Rio. |
$2,500,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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Current Investment Memo |
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3 |
Tom Bass Community Center Expansion |
Addition to the community center to include indoor basketball court with retractable bleachers, restrooms with showers, locker rooms, storage rooms, office spaces and limited programming areas. |
$800,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Christia Adair Community Center Expansion |
The existing building was recently renovated with public meeting area that is relatively small with at most less than 45 - 134 people capacity multi-purpose room. This project will triple the multi-purpose room to approximately 150 - 300 people capacity. In addition, add patio space at the front/side areas to create gathering space around the building. |
$500,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Bane Community Center/Library/Public Safety Response Center |
Construct new 25000 SF Community Center/Library/Emergency Response facility and demolish existing library. Facility will include a backup generator, space to store emergency food and water and serve as a distribution site to the public during emergency events. |
$200,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Biggers Campus Access Plan |
Design and construction of permanent access to the Biggers Campus that will serves as loading and unloading dock for the new library auditorium. Right-of-way negotiation will be required with MD Anderson. |
$900,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
El Rio Service Center |
Implement air conditioning system and HVAC at existing storage area and replace steel structure cover at bus barn and gas station canopy. |
$550,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Tom Bass III Community Center |
Tom Bass III Community Center repair of damaged outside cover area and new finish, approximately 8500 SF. |
$135,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Adair Park |
Christina Adair metal roof panel replacement, metal structure refurbishment, and painting exterior smokehouse. |
$160,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Reed Road Warehouse Rehabilitation |
Reed Road Warehouse Rehabilitation of Office Area and Refurbished Roofing. |
$400,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
Exercise Gym Renovation |
Renovation of the Exercise Gyms at five Community Centers: El Franco Lee, Finnigan, Lincoln, Tom Bass III, and Hester House Wellness Building. The renovation of the Gyms includes upgrade of floors, finishes, paint, and amenities. The renovation does not include purchase and installation of the Gym Equipment. |
$650,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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3 |
El Franco Lee Jury Plaza |
Two murals’ walls and amenities design and construction include artwork and solid cover over existing patio cover. |
$400,000 |
Q4 2027 |
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Project Sub-total |
$18,149,932 |
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Contingency on All Facility Improvements |
$1,850,068 |
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Current Ask Total |
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Grand Total |
$20,000,000 |
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Justification & Alternatives:
The facility improvement projects are to enhance infrastructure, facility accessibility, safety, and operational capacity. All project improvements are located at Precinct One parks, community centers, and offices. The tranches are separated by the expected completion date of our contractors.
Failing to proceed with these projects would have negative impacts on operational efficiency, infrastructure integrity, and community services. Without modernizing our parks and community centers, maintenance costs and downtime will increase, leading to reduced operational capacity and slower response times. Neglecting the renovation of facilities will result in deteriorating buildings that fail to meet safety and compliance standards, compromising the usability and safety of these spaces. Finally, without replacing fences, the security and aesthetics of public spaces will deteriorate, increasing the risk of vandalism and reducing the community’s sense of safety and pride in their surroundings.
Anticipated Impact on Other Funds (If Applicable):
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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): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Previous Court Action:
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Date |
Agenda Item # |
Action Taken |
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2/12/2026 |
210 |
RCA Presented to Commissioner Court, voted with 5 Yes |
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4/16/2026 |
302 |
RCA Presented to Commissioner Court, voted with 5 Yes |
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Address:
Precinct(s): Precinct 1
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Personnel (Fill out section only if requesting new PCNs) |
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Anticipated Court Date: 8/25/2026
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 7/9/2026
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Legal funding compliance confirmed by: Sandra Staine, Senior Assistant County Attorney, 7/29/2026
Department Approval by: Kim Campbell
OMB CIP Team Approval by: William McGuinness, Director-Capital Projects & Infrastructure, 7/29/2026
Commercial Paper Request (For OMB use only):
Receiving Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Project PeopleSoft ID: FY26-27FACILITY
CP Series Description: Commercial Paper Series D-3 can be used for (1) construction of public works, (2) the purchase of automobiles, equipment and machinery, including computers, materials and supplies for the operation of the County’s precincts and departments (3) Professional services, including services provided by engineers, architects, attorneys, auditors, financial advisors, and fiscal agents, in connection with the contractual obligations described in (1) and (2).
Commercial Paper is being requested for the Precinct 1 FY26-27 Facility Improvement project and is expected to be repaid within the next three fiscal years either through bonds, budgetary means or pay-as-you-go sources. OMB Financial Management contact: Fahad Gulzar, Deputy Executive Director, Office of Management and Budget