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Laconia council approves grants and equipment purchases including SWAT equipment and ambulance
Summary
The council approved multiple resolutions and motions on Dec. 8: acceptance of a $87,000 DHS grant for SWAT equipment, a $55,000 HSGP grant for a police utility side‑by‑side, use of impact fees for two fire station garage door motors, funding to purchase a used ambulance, TIF funding for downtown lighting design, and a 5‑year lease purchase for a wheel loader. All motions passed largely unanimously.
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Laconia City Council approved a package of grants, purchases and equipment moves intended to support public‑safety operations, public works and downtown infrastructure.
Key approvals
- SWAT equipment grant: Council approved Resolution 2025‑35 to accept an $87,000 Department of Homeland Security grant to procure Special Weapons and Tactics / Special Operations Unit equipment for the Laconia Police Department. The council authorized the city manager to sign the grant documents; the vote was 6–0.
- Police utility vehicle grant: A…
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