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Committee weighs financing options as Heritage Fire Company ladder truck nears delivery

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Committee members reviewed financing options for a ladder truck ordered by Heritage Fire Company and discussed next steps to secure funds before vehicle delivery at the end of the month.

Committee members reviewed financing options for a ladder truck ordered by Heritage Fire Company and discussed next steps to secure funds before vehicle delivery at the end of the month.

Staff reported the lowest financing quote appeared to come from a leasing company that works directly with the truck manufacturer. The estimated loan amount was described as slightly less than $1.7 million. One proposal discussed in committee would place $300,000 down toward the purchase (to be funded from buyer specialty tax proceeds), structure a 10-year loan at 4.99% and result…

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