The Office of the Purchasing Agent is asking the Court to waive competitive bidding and have the County Judge sign an agreement paying Empresarios Latinos Foundation $43,500 to create a mural honoring Carlos Páez Vilaró at 701 Avenue F in Precinct 2, running May 14, 2026 through May 13, 2027.
What it means for you
Empresarios Latinos Foundation would be hired to install a public mural at a specific Precinct 2 location, funded by the county.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)
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): Absent
4–0, per the official record.