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Fire chief seeks software, equipment funding and pay‑grade review in 2026 budget discussion
Summary
The fire chief outlined a budget increase request driven by a change in mandated reporting software, fleet repairs and proposed grade/step adjustments for full‑time firefighters and clerical staffing; board members asked for equity review and follow up with the town administrator.
The Fire Chief presented the department’s proposed fiscal‑year‑2026 budget and highlighted three main cost drivers: an anticipated mandatory move to a new fire/EMS reporting system after the vendor acquisition (ERS bought by ESO), continued mechanical and fleet repairs on aging apparatus, and possible grade/step adjustments for full‑time firefighter positions.
The chief said he requested the higher‑tier software option…
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