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File #: 24-1206    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Donation Status: Passed
File created: 2/19/2024 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 2/27/2024 Final action: 2/27/2024
Title: Request for approval to accept three (3) lactation PODS donated by the Houston Bar Association (HBA) totaling approximately $99,000.
Attachments: 1. 0770_ProposedGiftToHarrisCounty - PODS
Department: District Courts
Department Head/Elected Official: Richard Woods

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Donation

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to accept three (3) lactation PODS donated by the Houston Bar Association (HBA) totaling approximately $99,000.
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Background and Discussion:
The PODS will provide a welcoming and comfortable space for all individuals who may require lactation or wellness facilities, whether they are employees, jurors, or members of the public visiting the courthouses. The need for such spaces has been recognized as crucial to maintaining and promoting the wellness of mothers who are breastfeeding. The PODS would be installed at the Criminal Justice Center located at 1201 Franklin, the Civil Courthouse located at 201 Caroline, and the Jury Assembly located at 1201 Congress.

Expected Impact:
The POD will provide a comfortable, private and secure space for mothers who are breastfeeding.

Alternative Options:
Temporary areas could possibly be designated for lactation space.

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_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
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_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service

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Precinct(s): Countywide

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