-Primary Department: Management and Budget
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Daniel Ramos, Executive Director
Secondary Department: County Engineer
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV-SP
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Commercial Paper
Project ID (if applicable): 24102MF39F01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
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):
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of commercial paper funding for the Leon Z. Grayson/Baldree Community Center Renovation project in the initial amount of $10,305,000 for a total CP funding of $10,305,000.
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Background and Discussion:
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 Precinct 2 Leon Z. Grayson/Baldree Community Center Renovation project and is expected to be repaid within the next three fiscal years either through bonds, budgetary means or pay-as-you-go sources. This is for approval for allocation of commercial paper for a previously approved project within the previously authorized amount.
HB 1869 compliance confirmed by: Paige Abernathy, Assistant County Attorney, 6/13/2025.
Expected Impact:
Funds are requested for the rehabilitation and expansion/addition of the Leon Z. Grayson/Baldree (Grayson) Community Center, which serves the North Channel Area, including Channelview, Cloverleaf, Highlands, North Shore, and Sheldon. The existing community center is located at 13828 Corpus Christi St., Houston, TX 77015, on a 63,000-square-foot tract of land owned by Harris County. It provides a safe, healthy, and engaging environment for residents of all ages in the North Channel Area. The planned expansion will add a dedicated space for the Sheriff’s use.
This project supports Precinct 2’s commitment to upgrading facilities that have reached the end of their useful life. The existing building requires significant improvements, including a new roof, HVAC system, updated electrical wiring, plumbing, and both interior and exterior renovations. These upgrades will reduce operational and maintenance costs, improve security, increase accessibility, boost energy efficiency, and modernize the facility's technology.
Alternative Options:
Upgrading the existing facilities in phases is an option. However, this alternative would limit the overall impact and delay the full realization of benefits. The North Channel Area, which faces significant socio-economic challenges, stands to gain much more from a comprehensive renovation. This project supports community growth and aligns with Commissioner Garcia’s Revive2Thrive initiative. Revive2Thrive emphasizes revitalization over gentrification, aiming to empower existing neighborhoods by fostering resilience, inclusivity, and long-term prosperity.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
County Strategic Plan Objective: H: Improve the condition and resilience of County transportation, flood control, and other infrastructure.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): H4: Consistently embed sustainability considerations in the project planning and design process.
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): R3: Strengthen the County’s emergency response function.
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Agenda Item # |
Action Taken |
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10/31/2023 |
341 |
Approval of the Preliminary Investment Memo |
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07/10/2025 |
25-4311 |
Approval of the Final Investment Memo in incremental amount of $10,305,000. |
Location:
Address (if applicable): 13828 Corpus Christi St., Houston, TX 77015
Precinct(s): Precinct 2
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Additional Budget Request (Requires Fiscal Review Request Form) |
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Anticipated Court Date: 8/26/2025
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: Amy Perez, Deputy Executive Director, Office of Management and Budget
Attachments (if applicable): N/A