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Richmond, Fort Bend talks continue on fire protection costs as Richmond narrows automatic responses

City Commission, City of Richmond, Texas · February 12, 2026

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Summary

City staff said discussions with Fort Bend County on fire protection costs and equipment (including a ladder truck) remain productive; separately the Fire Chief proposed a March 2 change to stop automatic apparatus responses to some medical calls at facilities with on‑site medical staff, a move expected to reduce about 1,000 responses annually.

City staff reported ongoing discussions with Fort Bend County to update the Fire Protection Agreement, focusing on service responsibilities, response data and associated costs, including clarifying the ladder truck arrangement. Staff characterized recent…

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