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Consider a memorandum/resolution approving an interlocal agreement between Temple College and Killeen Fire Department.
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DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Jim Kubinski, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Temple College Interlocal Agreement
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
This interlocal agreement between Killeen Fire Department and Temple College will allow Temple College EMT-B, AEMT, and Paramedic students to participate in the EMS ride-outs for clinical hours to obtain their EMS Certifications. It includes coverage on facility authority, supervision, and liability indemnification clauses for City of Killeen. It also outlines Temple College’s responsibilities for student status verifications and reporting. Also addressed are FERPA and HIPAA/patient confidentiality responsibilities. The agreement will automatically renew each year, for not more than five years.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
Conforms to city policy.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
There is no cost to the City of Killeen.
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
No
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
N/A.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A.
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
N/A.
RECOMMENDATION:
Killeen Fire Department recommends that the Council authorizes the City Manager or his designee to enter into the Interlocal Agreement with Temple College to participate in the ride-out program.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Fire
Purchasing
Legal
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Temple College Interlocal Agreement
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