Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): FLEX_CSART
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Metalab Studios.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature
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 by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a payment in the amount of $272,727.00 from the FLEX Fund (1040) to Metalab Studios, for the implementation of a total of two (2) Art Sculptures in the Alief area as part of the PlaceMAKE P4 placemaking program.
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Background and Discussion:
The Alief Median Sculptures Project is an exciting public art initiative led by Harris County Precinct 4 and managed by Metalab as the primary consultant. The project aims to create 1-2 community-driven public sculptures for the Alief neighborhood, fostering local engagement and artistic enrichment.
Expected Impact:
Promote cultural expression and community pride in Alief. Offer practical learning opportunities for local students, nurturing future artists and designers. Involve the community in shaping public art reflective of Alief identity.
Alternative Options: N/A
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.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiat...
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