Elgin City Council approves emergency medical services agreement with Bastrop County

The Elgin City Council meeting on May 24, 2025, focused on key decisions regarding emergency medical services and a resolution amendment.

The council began by authorizing the city manager to negotiate an interlocal agreement for emergency medical services with Bastrop County, ESD Number 3. This agreement aims to enhance services for Travis County and includes provisions for services to be provided to the Elgin Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) located in Travis County. The motion received unanimous support from all council members present.

In addition, the council addressed a previous vote by reconsidering a new business item. A motion was made to amend a resolution, allowing the interim city manager to execute the agreement with the proposed changes. This amendment also passed with unanimous approval.

The meeting concluded with an announcement about the upcoming mayor's prayer breakfast scheduled for Saturday, May 24, at 9 AM at Thomas Park, inviting community members to participate in the celebration.

Overall, the council's decisions reflect a commitment to improving emergency services and community engagement in Elgin.