The Houston Police Foundation is set to break ground on a new firearms training center at the Houston Police Academy.
The $10.5 million facility, located at 17000 Aldine Westfield, is expected to be completed by early 2026.
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According to a statement released by the Houston Police Foundation, the purpose of the new facility is to enhance officer readiness and public safety for HPD.
Houston billionaire Tillman Fertitta, who serves as the Chairman of the Board of the Houston Police Foundation, donated $2.5 million for the construction of the complex, which will be named the “Fertitta Family Firearms Training Facility.”
The facility will also be entirely funded through private donations, ensuring no tax dollars are involved in its construction.
The center will be 44,000 square feet. Houston officials anticipate it will provide HPD with a dedicated space for advanced training using the latest techniques, technology, and best practices in law enforcement.
Features include 20 100-yard shooting lanes, life-like simulations, and safety systems designed to support both recruit and ongoing officer training year-round, regardless of weather conditions.
“This project is a crucial investment in public safety,” Fertitta said in a statement announcing the facility. “We’re providing our officers with the best tools and environment to prepare for the challenges they face every day.”
