After closed session, Eagle Pass council approves extension and amendment of fire/EMS agreement with Maverick County by 4–1 vote

Following an executive session under Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code for consultation with the city attorney, the Eagle Pass City Council voted 4–1 to extend its fire and EMS contract with Maverick County and to direct staff to draft an amendment reflecting the executive session agreement.

The council entered executive session citing Tex. Gov't Code § 551.071 to consult with the city attorney regarding the fire and EMS service agreement with Maverick County and to authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute the agreement. After returning to open session, Councilman Garcia moved to extend the contract for the year and to draft the amendment as agreed in executive session; a councilwoman seconded the motion. One councilmember said aloud they were against the motion; the clerk recorded the motion as passing with four in favor and one opposed.

Council did not state amendment language in open session; staff said the extension and drafting of the amendment were actions consistent with instructions given in executive session. The council’s vote authorizes the city manager to negotiate and execute the agreement consistent with the executive‑session direction.

The council’s action in open session did not include the full contract text or fiscal terms; staff said additional detail would follow as the city manager completes negotiations and returns with the finalized agreement for public record.