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Council approves $52,541 purchase of six RIT packs for fire department using FEMA AFG funds
Summary
Clarksburg council approved buying six RIT (rapid intervention team) packs and carrying bags from Johnson's Fire Equipment Company for $52,541 using FEMA AFG grant funds to upgrade firefighter emergency communications and rescue gear.
The Clarksburg City Council approved the purchase of six rapid‑intervention team (RIT) packs plus carrying bags from Johnson's Fire Equipment Company for $52,541, using FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) funds.
A council motion to purchase the equipment passed by voice vote. City documents and the meeting record list the vendor (Johnson's Fire Equipment Company), the item (six RIT packs and carrying bags) and the purchase price of $52,541. Council members noted the equipment's importance for firefighter safety and communication during interior operations.
The transcript records the motion, a second and the voice vote: “Aye ... Motion carries.” Implementation steps such as delivery schedule, installation or training were not specified during the meeting and will be handled by the fire department and city procurement staff.
