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Council OKs hydrant maintenance contract; retiring Fire Chief Jason Smith highlights ISO impact
Summary
The council approved a five-year, up-to-$255,250 contract for annual hydrant maintenance and inspection. Fire Chief Jason Smith, who said this was his last time at the council dais before retirement, explained how hydrant reliability affects firefighting operations and the city27s ISO rating.
The Las Cruces City Council voted Jan. 21 to authorize a five-year agreement with Hydromax USA LLC for annual fire-hydrant maintenance and inspections, a contract city staff said is intended to bring the hydrant program into compliance with American Water Works Association guidelines.
Virginia Barela presented the procurement background: the Fire Department requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure hydrants function during responses and to earn points toward the Insurance Service Office (ISO)…
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