1. An Ordinance Approving an
Interlocal Agreement with
Bexar County
Presented By: Rick Pruitt
Chief of Police
Item # 4
City Council Meeting
March 28, 2016

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● City Council approved participation in the
Bexar County HALT (Highwater Alert Life-
saving Technology) Flood Warning System on
September 28, 2015
• Bexar County has prepared an Interlocal
Agreement for the high water detection project
which has been reviewed by the City Attorney
Background

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● The Interlocal Agreement is substantially the
same as presented to City Council with the
exception of the planned locations of the
warning beacon stations
• Two warning beacon stations previously
planned to be in Olmos Park have been moved
into San Antonio
Background

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● The City of Alamo Heights will be responsible
for the maintenance and upkeep of two
warning beacons stations and the master
control station after a one year warranty period
• High Sierra is the designated service
provider for the highwater warning system
Background

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• Annual maintenance of system - $1,000 – $1,400
• Hourly rate for service - $115 per/hr.
• Recommended - $5,000 contingency for repairs or
maintenance beyond the annual maintenance process
Fiscal Impact