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Blaine and partner cities commit to purchase two fire apparatus after price and delivery warnings

5617429 · May 19, 2025
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Summary

Blaine approved a commitment to purchase an engine and a rescue truck through the SBM fire capital fund after the fire chief reported rising prices and extended delivery timelines; payment will occur on delivery.

The Blaine City Council voted Monday to approve a purchase commitment from the SBM Fire Capital Fund for two pieces of fire apparatus, following a briefing that suppliers are raising prices and lengthening delivery schedules.

City Manager Wolf said SBM Fire Chief Dan Rekka informed partner-city administrators that quotes for an engine and a rescue truck were…

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