Summary
Several appropriations would buy mobile data computers for firefighters, refresh police mobile technology, fund a police scheduling app and a video network upgrade, and replace the municipal courts' phone system. Roughly $4.4 million in total from the equipment fund.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $4.4 million from the Equipment Acquisition Consolidated Fund.
First responders and residents who call 911 or use municipal courts.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Consolidated Houston City Council Session - Nov 4, 2026
Several appropriations would buy mobile data computers for firefighters, refresh police mobile technology, fund a police scheduling app and a video network upgrade, and replace the municipal courts' phone system. Roughly $4.4 million in total from the equipment fund.
Technology And Innovation Committee - Oct 22, 2026
The city is looking at a major 10-year contract with Motorola to upgrade aging emergency radio towers, improve first-responder communications, and add cellular broadband backups so police and firefighters stay connected everywhere.
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