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CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MTG
- Meeting Date:
- 02/04/2026
- Title:
- Utilities Department Budget Amendments (Theft and Vandelism)
- Submitted For:
- Corbin Ballast
- Submitted By:
- Dj Hutchinson, Public Works
- Department:
- Public Works
Information
ACTION REQUEST
The Utilities Department is requesting the following budget amendments, due to theft and the vandalism of a City Emergency Back-Up Water Well Site:
$340,000.00 to 501705 55050 (copper and components)
$40,000.00 to 501705 52625 (security cameras and system)
$340,000.00 to 501705 55050 (copper and components)
$40,000.00 to 501705 52625 (security cameras and system)
BACKGROUND (Brief Summary)
During the month of October 2025, the City's Emergency Water Well site located at FM 2004 was targeted by thieves, resulting in the removal and theft of a large amount of copper wiring which caused subsequent damage to other very expensive
components, including high-voltage disconnects and the Emergency Stand-By Generators automatic transfer switch (ATS). (SEE EXHIBIT A for Quotes and Budget Amendment Document)
components, including high-voltage disconnects and the Emergency Stand-By Generators automatic transfer switch (ATS). (SEE EXHIBIT A for Quotes and Budget Amendment Document)
RECOMMENDATION
Following the October 2025 copper theft at the FM 2004 Emergency Backup Well Site, the Utilities Department is formally requesting Commission approval for a budget amendment of $380,000. This funding is critical to restoring essential municipal infrastructure along with robust security improvements, hopefully preventing future recurrences of theft.
Fiscal Impact
- Funds Available Y/N:
- Yes
- Amount Requested:
- $380,000.00
- Source of Funds:
- FY26 Budget
- Account #:
- 501705 55050; 501705 52625
Fiscal Impact:
$340,000.00 to 501705 55050 (copper and components)
$40,000.00 to 501705 52625 (security system and cameras)
$40,000.00 to 501705 52625 (security system and cameras)