\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHutto City Council recently directed the Hutto Economic Development Corporation to move forward with a new fire station near the Hutto Megasite.<\/p>\n
The overview<\/p>\n
The new station aims to enhance fire protection in one of Hutto\u2019s fastest-growing areas.<\/p>\n
“Hutto Economic Development Corporation recognizes that strong public infrastructure is just as important as any economic development initiative we undertake,\u201d Caitlin Morales, vice chair of the HEDC, said in a press release<\/a>. \u201cThis investment ensures that as Hutto grows, our residents and businesses are protected.”<\/p>\n After Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 3 had previously declined the HEDC\u2019s land offer for a fire station, the city and HEDC chose to move forward independently, according to the release.<\/p>\n “The city of Hutto is committed to being proactive when it comes to public safety and the support of our first responders,\u201d Mayor Mike Snyder said. \u201cThis is a crucial time for Hutto and this investment will help Hutto serve its taxpayers for the next big chapter of our growth story. This is the right investment at the right time for Hutto.”<\/p>\n Dig deeper<\/p>\n Snyder cited the city\u2019s rapid growth for the decision to move forward with establishing its own fire department. He said that as cities expand, it is common for local governments to take over fire services from ESDs, which were originally intended for rural areas.<\/p>\n \u201cIt’s just a natural progression. Cities get bigger and can take that on,\u201d Snyder said. \u201cI think the feeling is that we’re at a point, and we’ve grown big enough that we can handle that department.\u201d<\/p>\n Under the approved plan, the HEDC will help fund the project, Snyder said.<\/p>\n