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Rowlett considers Safe Haven baby box; council supports moving to contract review
Summary
After a presentation from a fire department representative, Rowlett City Council signaled support for pursuing a Safe Haven baby box, directed staff to review contract language and fundraising options, and discussed likely locations and monitoring requirements.
Rowlett City Council discussed installing a Safe Haven baby box at a city location and indicated support to move forward with contract review and fundraising steps on Aug. 18.
Fire Department staff presented the Safe Haven Baby Box program, which operates under Texas law allowing anonymous, legal surrender of an infant to an authorized location — hospitals, EMS, fire stations or an approved baby box — within the statutory age window. Staff explained the boxes are climate‑controlled bassinets inside an exterior enclosure; a silent alarm…
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