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Commissioners approve purchase of two new fire engines; lead time 32–36 months
Summary
The county approved a purchase agreement for two fire engines to replace 1990s apparatus; staff said lead time is 32–36 months and older units will be auctioned or brokered for resale.
The Board approved a purchase agreement with 108 Fire and Safety for two new fire engines to maintain the county’s fleet rotation and replace apparatus from the late 1990s.
Clint (fire official) reported the county operates 17 first‑out stations and has pursued a replacement strategy of one to two engines per year to avoid large, lump‑sum expenditures. He said the engines being replaced date to about 1996 and 1998 and that lead time for new apparatus is approximately 32 to 36 months. Board members asked about resale of retired units; staff said the county will consider standard auction or a broker to maximize resale value.
A motion to purchase the two fire engines carried unanimously.
Ending: New engine orders will proceed; staff will manage resale of retired units and monitor delivery timing over the next 2–3 years.
