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Sheriff’s office authorized to apply for bullet-resistant vehicle-upfit grant; commissioners question DHS reporting requirement

Williamson County Commissioners Court · November 4, 2025
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Summary

The court authorized the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office to apply for an Office of the Governor grant to add bullet-resistant windshields and side glass to patrol vehicles. Staff said the request would cover roughly $233,000 for 24 vehicles; commissioners raised questions about grant reporting requirements involving DHS.

Williamson County authorized the sheriff’s office to apply for grant funding to equip patrol vehicles with bullet-resistant windshields, side glass and related upfitting. Assistant Chief (transcript identifies as Chief Williams) asked permission to submit a request for about $233,000 to equip up to 24 vehicles, including shipping and upfitting.

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