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Allegan council approves fire district budget and finances used tanker/pumper
Summary
The council approved the Allegan Fire District—s 2026 budget, which funds an additional full-time hire to shore up volunteer staffing and authorizes Resolution 25.36 to finance a used 2015 tanker/pumper through Huntington Bank at 4.5% APR. The district said the purchase and staffing increase aim to sustain response capability amid volunteer shortages.
John Cook, chairperson of the Allegan Fire District board, told the council the district—s 2026 budget includes funding for another full-time firefighter and a plan to replace aging apparatus.
"We are going to put out for bids in December to start January 1, another full time person," Cook said, describing volunteer shortfalls and an increase in medical and traffic calls. He said the additional hire and budget adjustments are intended to ensure three-person coverage on several weekdays and…
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