What this is
Harris County approved a contract to maintain fiber optic cables that keep toll road technology and electronic payment systems working properly.
Type: Contract - AwardFile: 26-3105 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-03 Passed: 2026-05-14
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Key details
- Contract amount: $425,766 for one year
- Duration: May 2026 to May 2027, with 4 renewal options
- Contractor: Traf-Tex, Inc.
- Purpose: Maintain fiber cables for toll road systems
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
This contract keeps toll road technology working properly so your EZ-TAG payments go through quickly and traffic flows smoothly. When fiber cables break, toll booths can fail and cause traffic jams that make your commute longer and more frustrating.
If this passes
Toll road technology like EZ-TAG readers and traffic cameras will get regular maintenance to prevent breakdowns that cause traffic delays and payment problems.
If this does not pass
Fiber cables could break without proper maintenance, leading to toll booth failures, traffic backups, and problems with electronic payments on county toll roads.
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