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Murrysville council approves $1.39 million heavy rescue truck for Sardis Volunteer Fire Company
Summary
After a detailed presentation on capabilities and procurement options, council unanimously approved the purchase of a 2027 E1 heavy rescue for the Sardis Volunteer Fire Company for $1,389,465, to be funded from the municipality's special equipment fund.
Murrysville's council unanimously approved the purchase of a 2027 E1 heavy rescue truck for the Sardis Volunteer Fire Company on a voice vote during its regular meeting. The council voted to buy the vehicle for $1,389,465 after a workshop presentation explaining the apparatus's technical rescue capabilities and the municipality's procurement options.
Chief Joseph Payano Jr., who identified himself as the chief of the Sardis Volunteer Fire Company, told council the unit will replace the department's 2004 heavy rescue and is designed for high‑ and low‑angle rope rescue, trench rescue, confined‑space operations and building collapse response. "We're here tonight to discuss the acquisition of a 2027 E1 Heavy Rescue," Payano said, adding the…
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