Rowlett council approves $306,953 camera van to inspect sewer lines

Fleet and asset manager Mike Lasby asked the council to approve a resolution authorizing purchase of a 2025 Ford E‑450 camera van through a cooperative contract for a price not to exceed $306,953. Lasby said the demo model includes warranties, is $22,000 cheaper than a new model and will help staff find and repair sewer-line breaks using CCTV inspection and trenchless point repair techniques.

Councilmember Fassett said he pulled the item so residents could "hear the behind‑the‑curtain work" the utility team does, and praised the proactive investment. A motion to approve was made by Councilmember Fassett and seconded by Councilmember Holston; the council called the vote and the measure carried unanimously. Lasby said the vehicle will be purchased from the wastewater vehicle replacement fund and that the current 2016 van will be disposed of.