PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

The county approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sports Authority Foundation to support a soccer program called FREEKICKS, which includes repairing, renovating, or building soccer fields in county parks in connection with the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What it means for you

Harris County will partner with the Sports Authority Foundation to improve soccer fields in county parks, tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in the area.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

5–0, per the official record.

Parks — see all →Harris County parks

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who benefits?Sports Authority Foundation; FREEKICKS Soccer ProgramLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the January 29, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

The official caption doesn't name a dollar amount or who pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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