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Harris County approves leases for two towers to house P25 radio equipment

Harris County Commissioners · March 17, 2026
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Summary

The Harris County Commission approved five-year leases (with five five-year renewal options) for county equipment at Ellerslie and Goat Rock tower sites for the new P25 radio system, setting monthly rent at $1,700 per site with a 3% annual escalation and authorizing payment for a $33,750 structural enhancement with a negotiated pro rata callback provision.

Harris County commissioners on March 17 approved lease agreements allowing the county to continue placing P25 radio equipment at two tower sites identified as Ellerslie Tower and Goat Rock Tower.

Chair Scott told commissioners the proposed leases set the initial monthly rent at $1,700 per tower, with a 3% per-annum escalation beginning July 1, 2026, and an initial five-year term that can renew for five additional five-year terms. “The initial monthly rent of $1,700 for each tower location has a 3% per annum escalation and would begin on…

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