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Trustees press for equitable treatment of Ballston Spa volunteer fire department as Milton offers 5% contract increase
Summary
Town of Milton offered a five‑year, 5% annual increase for fire protection; the mayor and trustees discussed whether the town should also help fund a LOSAP (Length of Service Award Program) to equalize benefits with neighboring districts.
The board spent substantial time discussing a proposed five‑year fire protection contract from the Town of Milton and a related dispute over a Length of Service Award Program, or LOSAP, for volunteer firefighters.
Why it matters: The contract determines how much the village is paid for fire protection and whether volunteer firefighters receive the same retirement/retention benefits as volunteers in nearby districts. Trustees said the village’s volunteer department serves a larger roster and argued students and taxpayers deserve equitable benefit structures.
What trustees discussed: Mayor Frank Rossi and trustees said Milton’s offer—5% increases per year for five years—would cover operating needs and truck payments but would…
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