CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 17, 2026

The City Council of Eagle Pass, Texas, held a special meeting on March 17, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. The council approved the purchase of 30 self-contained breathing apparatus units and specialized accessories from Heat Safety Equipment LLC for $456,447.19, a budgeted capital outlay item for the Fire Department. Additionally, the council considered and authorized the city manager to negotiate and execute a contract with Artista Signed LLC for a comprehensive plan focused on economic development, following a competitive RFP process with proposals ranging from approximately $148,000 to $376,580. The negotiation aims to align the contract price with the city's budget, with further approval pending. The meeting also included a detailed discussion on the operations and potential expansion of the city health unit, focusing on public health inspections and regulatory services, though no direct procurement actions were taken on this topic. The meeting concluded with an executive session on local sales tax structure.