Legislation Details

File #: 26-5570    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Contract - Award Status: Passed
File created: 8/14/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 8/25/2026 Final action: 8/25/2026
Title: Request for approval of a discretionary exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Anderson Center for the Arts in the amount of $200,000 for public art creation & infrastructure installation services for Precinct 2.
Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD

Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Adrian Garcia

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Contract - Award

Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Anderson Center for the Arts

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 Anderson Center for the Arts in the amount of $200,000 for public art creation & infrastructure installation services for Precinct 2.
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Background and Discussion:
The project will transform key areas along Wallisville Road and Woodforest Boulevard in North Shore into vibrant, community centered spaces using large scale public art and creative infrastructure. Pct2 supports Harris County's diverse communities (businesses and individuals) to experience the encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts.

Expected Impact:
The project will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also help boost tourism and encourage longer stays, positioning Precinct 2 as a must-visit destination

Alternative Options:
N/A

County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A

Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: ...

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