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Commission approves $500,000 prepayment to fire district to secure engines and cover immediate needs
Summary
The commission authorized two prepayments totaling $500,000 (two $250,000 transfers) to the county fire district to secure two Type-1 engines and address near-term operational needs; motion passed after the chief explained timing and anticipated reimbursement flows.
The Natrona County Board of Commissioners voted to authorize two prepayments totaling $500,000 to the county fire district to facilitate equipment purchases and to help smooth cash flow.
Fire leadership outlined a plan to prepay $250,000 from FY2027 0.01 funds and another $250,000 to be repaid from anticipated anticline distributions beginning March 2026. Chief Tracy (representing the fire district) said the money would secure down payments on two Type-1 engines, shore up reserves to cover the initial contract payment in January 2026 and allow work on a failing septic drain field at a station that needs repair before winter.
The countyclerk and treasurer confirmed distributions are anticipated and that the arrangement depends on timely receipt of those revenues. The commission moved to approve the recommended transfers; the motion was seconded and the board voted in favor.
The chief agreed to provide written recommendations on operational fixes and to work with the county on vehicle labeling acknowledging the 0.01 fund source. Commissioners asked for written follow-up on the Septic repairs, budget timing and a plan for public outreach around the engine purchases.
Ending: The commission approved the transfers to support the fire district and asked staff to track reimbursements and document the repayment schedule.
