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Fire chief describes recruit classes, delayed apparatus deliveries and effort to replace PFAS gear
Summary
Fire Chief Sullivan told the council the department expects recruit graduations this summer, is managing retirements and delayed apparatus deliveries, and plans to phase in PFAS-free turnout gear when available; the department also noted ambulance/EMS discussions with contractor Cataldo.
Chief Sullivan said the fire department expects recruits to graduate this summer and described equipment and staffing pressures that persist despite a level-funded request.
"We have 2 firefighters in the career recruit program and they have an expected graduation date of August 8," Chief Sullivan said, adding that he may need to hire again in mid‑July as several firefighters will…
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