Homeland Security radio grant for county law enforcement
Waller County
Summary
The county won its full homeland security grant request but equipment prices jumped, so it scaled back to 20 portable and 5 mobile radios and put up local money to finish the project.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Local funds needed to cover cost increases beyond the grant award.
First responders who use the radios.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Regular Session — September 16, 2026
The Sheriff's Office got approval for a $208,099 Motorola logging/communications system, two cargo vans, and four police interceptor vehicles — about $469,000 in equipment total.
Regular Session — September 2, 2026
The county accepted $45,468.75 for body-worn cameras and approved training travel for deputies and the Sheriff, including a national police chiefs conference.
Commissioners Court - Apr 29, 2026
The county won its full homeland security grant request but equipment prices jumped, so it scaled back to 20 portable and 5 mobile radios and put up local money to finish the project.
Commissioners Court - Mar 4, 2026
The county will apply for a state grant to buy about $219,000 in radios for the fire marshal and all four constables — no local match, but funding is competitive and procurement wouldn't start before September.
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