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Council to consider resolution on Engine 2 after fire department reports major engine damage
Summary
The fire department reported severe engine damage to Engine 2 and presented an estimated engine replacement cost; staff will present a formal resolution for council consideration at the regular session (or possibly a special called meeting) to authorize repairs or replacement and bridge-response arrangements in the interim.
Signal Mountain's Fire Department reported that Engine 2 suffered severe internal engine damage and that a local vendor recommended an engine replacement.
At the April 28, 2025, work session the chief described teardown findings of damaged cylinder walls and a head-gasket failure; the vendor's quoted estimate for engine replacement in the transcript was 'just a little over $42,000.' The chief and staff noted additional outstanding repairs to the vehicle (lighting package, DEF/emissions components and other items) that could increase total rehabilitation costs…
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