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Utica approves ambulance purchase, moves budget money to cover remaining cost
Summary
Council approved budget amendments and awarded the Demers ambulance bid (low bidder) at $450,328; delivery expected Sept. 2026 and staff said radios and branding are covered, with minimal additional installation costs.
Utica City Council authorized the purchase of a Demers ambulance after reviewing bids and grant coverage. The low bid recommended met the city’s specifications and the purchase price was recorded in the GL ambulance purchase account. To fund the purchase, council approved a budget amendment to increase grant revenue and move funds from the ambulance equipment maintenance account into the purchase account.
The fire department asked for two motions: a budget amendment to record additional state grant revenue and transfer internal funds, and an award of the bid to McQueen for the Demers ambulance at $450,328. Council approved both motions on roll-call votes. Fire leadership said expected delivery is around September 2026 and estimated radio-installation costs would be modest (the chief estimated well under $500). The department will use grant funds and internal budget adjustments to cover the purchase.
Council also discussed past experiences with hidden costs on similar purchases and asked the chief to confirm any additional equipment or installation expenses; staff said radios from a previous grant would be used and branding was covered.
