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Bakersfield council approves purchase of two fire engines and moves to plan new fire stations
Summary
Council approved acquisition of two fire engines and members urged a citywide fire master plan and staffing review following recent large wildfires; council also requested updates on mutual aid and water infrastructure.
The Bakersfield City Council voted to approve the purchase of two new fire engines and discussed launching a fire master plan and studies of staffing and infrastructure preparedness.
The action to buy two engines was taken on Jan. 22 during the council's consent calendar votes. Councilmember Arias moved approval of the purchase of two engines; the motion passed with Councilmember Weir absent.
Council members pressed for a broader review of fire response needs after recent large wildfires in Southern California. Vice Mayor Kaur asked staff to develop a fire master plan and to explore funding and siting for a new station, particularly in South Bakersfield as the city grows. Kaur said the city should “begin the design process for a new fire…
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