Bexar County Emergency Services District 5

The meeting included a report on the ESD Association meeting and legislative topics, as well as a report from the investment officer. There was a progress report regarding Station 153, including ADA compliance issues. Discussions were held regarding the future fire station at IH35 and Luckey Road, and the future fire station at 9310 Mechler Lane. The Commissioners discussed a grievance policy for the public and approved the 2025 Tax Calculation worksheet. They also approved a resolution regarding employee spending limits.

The meeting included a report on the ESD Association meeting and legislative topics, as well as a report from the investment officer. The board discussed the progress of Station 153, a future fire station at IH35 and Luckey Road, and a future fire station at 9310 Mechler Lane. They also discussed personnel issues, an income analysis provided by Texas ESD Consulting, LLC, amending the Commissioner stipend, a grievance policy for the public, and an incident at the Somerset Station involving Allegiance staff/employees.

The meeting included presentations by Dooley Tackaberry and First Tactical, who introduced their offerings of uniforms, bunker gear, tools, and bulletproof vests. The Chief's Report highlighted the department's new status as an authorized TCFP training facility and ongoing training for BCs and Asst. Chief Esparza. KME truck repairs were discussed, with a contract review by Legal Counsel. Call volumes and average response times for Stations 150, 151, and 152 were reported. An update from Galm Real Estate regarding land acquisition for a future fire station was discussed in Executive Session, followed by authorization for legal counsel to negotiate a contract with Galm Real Estate. The future fire station in the Montgomery Road area was discussed, focusing on financing, bid process, and platting status, with coordination with the San Antonio River Authority (SARA) for water runoff issues.

The meeting included the Chief's report, which covered company-level training, legislative meetings, and public relations events. The report also provided call statistics for the fire stations. There was a discussion regarding the maintenance budget and sewer problems at Station 150. Additionally, the board discussed amending the 2024-2025 budget to account for the payoff of the KME truck and addressed septic and plumbing issues at Station 150, including the discovery of a water leak and the associated costs.

The meeting included reports on legislative topics and local matters, particularly regarding a road construction project and potential legislation affecting city annexation agreements. The investment officer reported on the district's financial status, noting interest earned in February. Reports were also given by Bexar County ESD 5 Fire and Rescue and Lytle Volunteer Fire Department, with discussions around training requirements and potential funding for ESO software. Construction progress on the future fire station on Montgomery Road was discussed, leading to a motion to authorize the Notice to Proceed once permits are issued. The board also discussed environmental surveys and cleanup for the future fire station at IH35 and Luckey Road, personnel issues, and a request to forgive tax debt on a building owned by Somerset VFD, which was sent to legal counsel for review. Finally, the board discussed a letter of support for the Von Ormy sewer project.