Legislation Details

File #: 25-7890    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Policy Status: Passed
File created: 12/1/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 12/11/2025 Final action: 12/11/2025
Title: Request for approval for Barbarians Rugby Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth rugby organization, to hold the "Ruck 'n Roll Tournament" on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at George Bush Park, including on-site vendors.
Attachments: 1. 11. Policy - Ruck 'n Roll Tournament - Backup.pdf

Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4

Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner

 

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Policy

 

Project ID (if applicable): N/A

Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Barbarians Rugby Club

 

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Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal:  N/A - Goal not applicable to request

 

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):

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Request for approval for Barbarians Rugby Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth rugby organization, to hold the “Ruck ‘n Roll Tournament” on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at George Bush Park, including on-site vendors.

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Background and Discussion:

The Ruck 'n Roll Tournament is a youth rugby event featuring boys' and girls' teams across the following age divisions: U6, U8, UI0, U12, and U14. The tournament will welcome teams from across the state, including clubs from San Antonio, Austin, The Woodlands, Brazoria, and Dallas. Invitations will be extended via Rugby Texas, our governing body under the Texas Youth Rugby Association.

 

Expected Impact:

This event will not only showcase young athletic talent but also foster community engagement and bring positive visibility to George Bush Park and its facilities.

 

Alternative Options:

If this request is not approved the organization will have to find a different venue to hold their event.

 

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Prior Court Action (if any): N/A

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Location: George Bush Park - South Soccer Complex

Address (if applicable): 16756 Westheimer Parkway, Houston, TX 77082

Precinct(s): Precinct 4

 

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Anticipated Court Date: 12/11/2025

 

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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): N/A