During the recent government meeting, the fire chief reported a relatively quiet month of October, with a total of 41 calls, including 24 within town and 17 mutual aid requests. The average response time from dispatch to the first vehicle en route was recorded at 3 minutes and 50 seconds, with the first unit arriving on scene in 5 minutes and 50 seconds.

A notable incident highlighted was a fire at the Homestead Park Methodist Church, which occurred early in the month. Thanks to the building's fire alarm system, the fire, which started at the altar, was contained with minimal damage. The fire chief emphasized the importance of fire alarm systems, using this incident as a prime example of their life-saving capabilities.

In financial updates, the tax collector reported a total collection of $4,697,340, with an expectation of an additional $200,000 to $300,000 by year-end, which would place the budget in a favorable position. However, the report also noted a significant number of change orders this year, resulting in an additional tax burden of $32,909 and refunds totaling $45,621, indicating a slight lag compared to previous years.

The meeting concluded with no further questions from attendees, as the officials moved on to the next agenda items.