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← Thursday, July 23, 2026

Item 31 Passedunofficial

In plain language — from the agenda backup

This item ratifies a $141,885 contract with Meridian Rapid Defense Group to rent anti-vehicle mobile barriers and related services for the Austin Police Department. These portable barriers are the kind used to block vehicles from entering crowded areas during events and gatherings. The funding comes from Austin Police's operating budget.

The official agenda language

Ratify a contract for rental of anti-vehicle mobile barriers and related services for Austin Police with Meridian Rapid Defense Group LLC d/b/a Meridian Rapid Defense Group Sales, LLC in the amount of $141,885. Funding: $141,885 was available in the Operating Budget of Austin Police.

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"Without objection, the consent agenda is adopted" — meeting transcript (unofficial)

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