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Burns Harbor fire chief reports truck damage, seeks repairs and approval to buy bunker gear
Summary
The fire chief described two recent vehicle incidents that led to repair invoices and asked the council to approve payment and to authorize purchase of up to five sets of replacement bunker gear (not to exceed $17,000). Council discussed insurance implications and budget lines before referring purchase and funding for further action.
Burns Harbor Fire Department leadership reported vehicle damage and repair needs and asked the town council to authorize payment for repairs and to approve an order for replacement bunker gear.
The fire chief described two separate incidents affecting department apparatus. One set of repairs stemming from an earlier (2024) hydraulic-fluid and related repairs totaled about $2,697; the chief moved to approve the invoice and a roll-call approval was recorded. A later incident in May involved a fire engine backing into the firehouse door, which damaged the rear door framing and hinges; the chief said an estimate to complete necessary metalwork and body…
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