Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving #2026-013 Professional Consulting Services Agreement between Tamara Hudgins, Ph.D. and Williamson County to provide fundraising support for the All District Courts specialty programs in the amount of $18,000.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.

This Professional Service Agreement with Tamara Hudgins, Ph.D., is intended to provide grant development and fundraising support for the All District Courts specialty court programs, including Mental Health, DWI, Transformative Justice, and Family Recovery. The consultant will be responsible for identifying, vetting, and pursuing grant opportunities. The scope of work includes maintaining an annual calendar of corporate, foundation, and government proposal writing and reporting, preparing and submitting grant proposals that align with Williamson County funded programs. When funding is awarded, preparing evaluation reports and donor stewardship. The funding source is 01.0100.0435.004100 for FY26. Origination #3535. The department's point of contact is August Alvarado.