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: Donation
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce
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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 sponsor the Pride in Business event on Friday, June 12, 2026, in the amount not to exceed $5,000.00 and made payable to Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
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Background and Discussion:
Founded in 2016, the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce has grown into a nationally recognized leader amount LGBTQ+ business organizations. They serve as a powerful voice for the LGBTQ+ and Allied business community and work to build a thriving, inclusive economy where all can succeed. The Pride in Business event is scheduled to take place on Friday, June 12, 2026.
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The Chamber is committed to advancing equity, opportunity, and economic empowerment-particularly for LGBTQ+ and Allied-owned businesses, professionals, and the broader community. Through meaningful collaboration with elected officials and public sector partners, they strive to build bridges, strengthen relationships, and foster mutual understanding to create a more inclusive region and economy for all.
Alternative Options: N/A
County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
County Strategic Plan Objective: M: Ensure that Harris County remains the best place in the region to start and grow a business, with a focus on equitable economic growth.
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
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Anticipated Court Date: 3/19/2026
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 6/12/2026
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Alma D. Rincon, Chief Administrative Officer, Commissioner Precinct 4
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