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Council approves purchase of two type-1 fire engines; city to finance within replacement fund
Summary
The council authorized purchase of two Pierce Type-1 fire engines to replace 2005 apparatus; staff said buying the city's standard spec will reduce logistical differences and fit existing fleet equipment layouts. The engines are financed within the city's vehicle replacement program without additional appropriation.
Vacaville City Council on June 10 approved purchasing two Pierce Type-1 fire engines to replace two engines that entered service in 2005.
Fire Chief Chris Conception told the council the decision follows a fleet study and previous council direction to replace aging apparatus. Staff initially evaluated a "Build My Pierce" (BMP) option with a shorter initial lead time and lower per-unit price, but after testing dealer modifications and comparing total cost and schedule, the department pivoted back to the city's standard…
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