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Read. Follow. Verify.Five-Year Specialized Training Agreement for Dallas Fire-Rescue
Record date · May 27, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The City of Dallas has approved a five-year contract with the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service to provide specialized training for the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department. The agreement is estimated to cost $275,000, funded through the city's General Fund.
This agreement establishes the training provider and budget for Dallas Fire-Rescue personnel over the next five years, utilizing $275,000 in city tax funds.
Who It Affects
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Dallas Fire-Rescue Department
The department will receive specialized training services under the new agreement.
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
The organization is contracted to provide training services to the city.
Dallas Taxpayers
City residents provide the General Fund revenue used to finance the $275,000 agreement.
Key Facts
- The City of Dallas approved a five-year service price agreement for specialized training.
- The training is provided by the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service.
- The total estimated cost for the five-year term is $275,000.
- Funding is sourced from the city's General Fund.
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- The agreement is subject to annual appropriations by the city.
- The file identifier for this action is 26-1606A.
- The action was approved as part of a consent agenda on April 30, 2026.
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Long-term Training Commitment
The city is moving toward a multi-year (five-year) fixed-price agreement for specialized training rather than annual renewals.
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