Legislation Details

File #: 26-3197    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Asset Management Status: Passed
File created: 5/4/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 5/14/2026 Final action: 5/14/2026
Title: Request for approval of the usage of Precinct 2 buses for the purpose of transporting the Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus to and from the Annual Texas Choral Directors Association Summer Convention in San Antonio, Texas, on July 16, 2026.

Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2

Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Precinct 2

 

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Asset Management

 

Project ID (if applicable): N/A                     

Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus

 

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Request for approval of the usage of Precinct 2 buses for the purpose of transporting the Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus to and from the Annual Texas Choral Directors Association Summer Convention in San Antonio, Texas, on July 16, 2026.

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Background and Discussion:

 

TCDA selected the Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus to perform during the TCDA 2026 Summer Convention, promoting the art and artistry of choral singing and supporting the pursuit of excellence within the choral music profession.

 

Expected Impact:

 

Providing transportation ensures equitable access for Houston area students. This trip will strengthen civic engagement, increase overall participation, and support statewide youth-driven initiatives.

 

 

Alternative Options: Without court approval, students may need to rely on personal transportation, which could limit participation-particularly for underserved communities.

 

 

 

 

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Precinct(s): Precinct 2

 

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Anticipated Court Date: 5/14/2026

 

Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): 5/14/2026

 

Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item

 

Contact(s) name, title, department: Chris Saddler, Deputy Chief of Staff -Operations, Commissioner Precinct 2

 

Attachments (if applicable): n/a