Legislation Details

File #: 26-0029    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Interlocal Agreement Status: Passed
File created: 12/15/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 1/8/2026 Final action: 1/8/2026
Title: Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the University of Houston Downtown Law Enforcement Academy to provide the department's shooting range facility(s) for the Academy's cadet firearm skills and training to ensure a safe firearm environment.
Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez

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Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the University of Houston Downtown Law Enforcement Academy to provide the department's shooting range facility(s) for the Academy's cadet firearm skills and training to ensure a safe firearm environment.
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Background and Discussion:
The University of Houston Downtown (UHD) Law Enforcement Academy requests to utilize the Deputy Mike Faas Firearms Complex to provide firearms training and a qualification course for their cadets.

Expected Impact:
This arrangement provides the UHD cadets with an introduction to the HCSO and its personnel, which is an invaluable direct recruiting opportunity.

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