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: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Building a Better Life Foundation
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 that the County Judge execute an agreement with Building a Better Life Foundation to install portable libraries that provide free books and educational workshops at agreed upon Precinct 4 community centers and parks, at no cost to the County.
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Background and Discussion:
Precinct 4 seeks approval to collaborate with the Building a Better Life Foundation to install and maintain Little Libraries and to provide free literacy programming at designated community centers and parks. The Foundation will conduct inspections, restock books, host monthly Book Exchange events, and deliver educational workshops at no cost to residents or the County. Precinct 4 will support by identifying locations, providing space, and coordinating registration and outreach.
Expected Impact:
This collaboration will expand access to books, literacy activities, and educational workshops for residents of all ages. The initiative is expected to strengthen community engagement by creating welcoming, accessible spaces for reading and learning. Ongoing data collection will help evaluate program effectiveness and guide future literacy efforts.
Alternative Options: N/A
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