Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Devona Stimpson
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): 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 of a discretionary exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Devona Stimpson in the amount of $20,000 for outdoor mural at Mary Jo Peckham Park for Precinct 4 for the period of October 15, 2026 through October 14, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
Outdoor mural project with Devona Stimpson to create one (1) outdoor at Mary Jo Peckham Park to revitalize the community and promote economic development.
Expected Impact:
The mural will enhance Mary Jo Peckham Park promoting community pride, civic engagement, and economic revitalization.
Alternative Options:
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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: 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.
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Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): I4: Encourage the growth of natural habitats in County channels and improve cleanliness of green spaces while reducing debris and enhancing beautification.
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): M1: Develop a County economic developm...
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