Request for approval to use the department’s Procurement Card (P-card), purchase orders, and/or reimburse expenses, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, for the registration in community events and the purchase of food and beverages for community outreach events, internal staff training, and official meetings in FY2027, October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.

County departments need pre-approved budgets to pay for everyday work like attending neighborhood events, hosting community outreach, and running staff training. This vote sets that limit for the coming fiscal year.

The request covers four types of spending: - Registration fees for community events the department participates in - Food and beverages at community outreach events - Food and beverages for internal staff training - Food and beverages at official county meetings

The total cap is $50,000 for the full fiscal year. The item is sponsored by the Harris County Budget Management Department.

Key details

• When: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (various events throughout FY2027)
• Where: Various Houston community locations TBD per event
• Cost: Free to attend — food & beverages provided at outreach events
• Hosted By: City of Houston department (specific dept. not named in filing)
• Budget: Up to $50,000 approved for registrations, food, and beverages

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When

Date

June 11, 2026

Address

1001 Preston St, 77002

District

City Council · District I

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This is a legislative item — it doesn't have a public application or sign-up process. If you have questions about the spending or want to weigh in before the vote, you can contact the Budget Management Department directly or attend the June 11 court meeting. Commissioners Court meetings are open to the public.

Actions

Harris County Commissioners Court votes on hundreds of budget items like this each year. If you want to understand how your county spends money on community programs, tracking Legistar filings is a good way to stay informed. Community outreach events funded this way often show up in neighborhoods across Houston.