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Texas City approves Station 5 infrastructure design and several fire-equipment purchases
Summary
The commission authorized design work to bring water/sewer to the new Station 5, concurred with a MUD contract for the FM 517 water plant expansion, and approved purchases of a station utility pickup and a new fire engine noting long factory build times.
The Texas City Commission on May 6 approved a series of capital actions tied to fire and water infrastructure, moving forward planned equipment purchases and design work for Station 5.
Public works staff said the new Station 5 site lacks nearby water and sewer service; the commission authorized a contract with Ark Engineers to design water and sewer connections, funded from the certificates of obligation. Planning and engineering staff urged early design to align the facility's 18'month construction schedule with infrastructure delivery.
Commissioners also approved concurrence in Galveston County MUD 53's award to Eagle Contracting for FM 517 Water Plant Phase 2A, a capacity expansion tied to the Lakeside Bayou subdivision. Kim Golden said the city previously approved a cost'share agreement and that a $900,000 budget amendment drawn from water impact fees will be presented May 20 to cover the city's portion of the cost-sharing arrangement.
On the fire side, the commission approved purchase of a 1206 Ford F350 utility pickup for station use and authorized purchase of a fire engine (Engine 55) through HGAC under the certificates of obligation. Chief Harris described the utility pickup as a lower-cost vehicle used for routine station logistics; Assistant Chief Wyatt warned the industry faces long buildout timelines for fire apparatus and told the commission build times are about "30 to 40 months" once ordered, arguing it is prudent to order early to secure current pricing.
Staff noted that some equipment is funded from the certificates of obligation and that vehicle and station timing are linked: several purchases are intended to ensure Station 5 is operational once construction completes. The commission approved the purchases and contract concurrence.
