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First reading advances ordinance to reflect consolidation from three to two volunteer fire companies
Summary
Council held a first reading of an amendment to Chapter 59 to account for two fire companies instead of three, prompted by notices from two volunteer companies; council and audience members pressed for more advisory-board involvement and clarity on chief duties, promotions and dispatching before final adoption.
Lock Haven — The City Council on Nov. 13 took the first reading of Ordinance 2023-12, an amendment to Chapter 59 of the city code that would change how the city accounts for the fire department after two volunteer companies notified the city they intend to consolidate, leaving two companies instead of three.
Staff said the amendment is necessary because the two companies’ notices, effective Jan. 1, require the city to update ordinance…
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