Department: District Courts
Department Head/Elected Official: Richard Woods
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Donation
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Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Request for approval to accept, from the Houston Bar Association and the Houston Bar Foundation, the donation of one lactation POD totaling approximately $24,500, to be used by individuals visiting the Congress Plaza Law Library.
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Background and Discussion:
The POD will provide a welcoming and comfortable space for all individuals who may require lactation or
wellness facilities, whether they are employees or members of the public visiting the Congress Plaza Law Library. The need for such spaces has been recognized as crucial to maintaining and promoting the wellness of mothers who are breastfeeding. The POD would be installed at the Congress Plaza Law Library located at 1910 Congress St. This POD is additional to the three (3) PODS donated to Harris County on February 19, 2024.
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.
Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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2/27/24
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Approved.
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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