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Fire department to replace failed ground ladders; officials note high certified-equipment and shipping costs
Summary
The fire department requested and received authorization to replace five NFPA-certified ground ladders after annual inspections found failures; officials said shipping and specialized specifications make the ladders costly and that two older ladders will be kept in reserve.
The fire department requested council approval to buy five NFPA-certified ground ladders after several failed annual inspections, and the committee authorized a one-time purchase to meet an immediate operational need.
Assistant Chief Aubin Howard told the committee that three existing ladders failed annual inspection and that the department intends to purchase three replacements and two spare units to avoid future operational gaps. He explained the higher cost compared with consumer retail ladders is due…
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