Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Department Head/Elected Official: Rodney Ellis
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
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Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an agreement with The Common Market Texas to establish expectations for the distribution of local foods to food insecure people using Texas Department of Agriculture funds for the period of June 2024 - May 2025.
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Background and Discussion:
The Common Market Texas is a mission-driven distributor of regional farm products. The contract allows The Common Market to purchase healthy foods from sustainable, family farms and work with Precinct One to distribute Farm Fresh Boxes and bulk foods to Harris County residents. This program is funded by Texas Department of Agriculture through The Common Market Texas' awarded contract titled "Connecting Texas Agriculture to Texas Communities".
Expected Impact:
The partnership will benefit small and family-owned farms while simultaneously improving food security in Precinct One.
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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