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Council authorizes up to $1.03 million for Motorola radios and maintenance
Summary
Council authorized payment not to exceed $1,028,734 to Motorola Solutions for radios, accessories and maintenance used by public‑safety departments through an HGAC cooperative agreement. Staff said the city maintains nearly 400 radios and expects reimbursements from partner agencies.
The council authorized staff to pay Motorola Solutions up to $1,028,734 for radios, accessories, subscriptions and maintenance through July 31, 2027, using the Houston‑Galveston Area Council cooperative purchasing agreement.
Staff said reliable non‑cellular radio communications are essential for police, fire, dispatch, animal services and municipal court operations. "We utilize and maintain nearly 400 handheld and mobile radios across these functional areas," staff told the council, adding that the city participates in a consortium with other agencies and expects reimbursements of about $200,000.
Funding for the purchases is included in the Fire Department’s annual operating budget, staff said. The council moved, seconded and approved the authorization by unanimous vote.
