Discussion and possible action to approve a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and the Webb County Adult Drug Court and Veterans Treatment Program to continue serving as Counseling Practicum and Internship sites for students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Program for the term of August 15, 2026, through August

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Discussion and possible action to approve a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and the Webb County Adult Drug Court and Veterans Treatment Program to continue serving as Counseling Practicum and Internship sites for students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Program for the term of August 15, 2026, through August 14, 2027, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all necessary documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [There is No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund] Issue: The current Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and the Webb County Adult Drug Court and Veterans Treatment Program expires on July 31, 2026. Renewal is requested to continue providing practicum and internship opportunities for graduate counseling students. Solution: Approve the renewal of the Non-Financial MOU for the term of August 15, 2026, through August 14, 2027. This will allow graduate counseling students to continue receiving supervised clinical training under the Program's Licensed Professional Counselors. Result: Renewal of the MOU will continue a successful partnership that expands counseling services for Drug Court participants while providing valuable clinical training opportunities for future Licensed Professional Counselors. There is no fiscal impact to the County.

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