Museum Seeks HOT Funds for Caboose Restoration

The Palestine Railroad Heritage Museum, operated by the Texas State Railroad Society, requested HOT historical preservation funds totaling $56,420.03 for caboose restoration phases and $28,000 for a trestle-style walkway, with work expected to be completed by June 2027. Staff recommended consideration of the project, particularly the caboose restoration, within the FY 2026/27 preservation budget.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$56,659.78 (Phases 5–9 total project cost); HOT request $56,420.03 for Phases 5–8 plus $28,000 for Phase 9

Contract type

FACILITIES

Contract term

Construction estimated to complete by June 2027

Renewal date

2027-06-30

Document type

AgendaPacket

Source document

City of Palestine Tourism Advisory Board Agenda Packet 2026-08-26

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the facilities contract by City of Palestine?

Palestine Railroad Heritage Museum C/o Texas State Railroad Society was awarded this facilities contract by City of Palestine, as recorded on August 26, 2026. The contract value is $56,659.78 (Phases 5–9 total project cost); HOT request $56,420.03 for Phases 5–8 plus $28,000 for Phase 9.

How much is the Palestine Railroad Heritage Museum C/o Texas State Railroad Society contract with City of Palestine worth?

The Palestine Railroad Heritage Museum C/o Texas State Railroad Society contract with City of Palestine is valued at $56,659.78 (Phases 5–9 total project cost); HOT request $56,420.03 for Phases 5–8 plus $28,000 for Phase 9, covering facilities work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Facilities contract, documented as a agendapacket record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in City of Palestine Tourism Advisory Board Agenda Packet 2026-08-26 (AgendaPacket), dated August 26, 2026 from City of Palestine. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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