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Council reviews fire and EMS budgets; approves intergovernmental mutual aid agreement
Summary
Cascade reviewed proposed fire and EMS budgets for fiscal year 2026 and approved an intergovernmental mutual aid agreement with Maquoketa Fire Department. Fire Chief outlined equipment, gear and staffing needs; EMS presented operating changes and noted lead time on a new rig.
Cascade City Council held a fiscal‑year budget discussion on Feb. 3 that included detailed presentations from the fire department and Cascade Ambulance (EMS). The council also approved an intergovernmental mutual aid agreement between the Cascade and Maquoketa fire departments.
Mutual aid agreement: the council approved resolution No. 12-25 establishing a firefighters intergovernmental mutual aid agreement between the Maquoketa Fire Department and the Cascade Fire Department. The resolution passed by unanimous roll call.
Fire department budget highlights: Fire Chief Bert (presenting) reviewed department operating and capital needs, noting rising costs for utilities, insurance, and vehicle/equipment repair. The chief said the…
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