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Finance committee reviews 2026 capital priorities, flags fire pumper and ambulance replacements
Summary
Committee reviewed the draft 2026 capital budget, discussed major projects (Graham Ditch funded by Columbia Gas, two water-tower repairs, Dussel corridor lighting), and heard a detailed presentation on replacing a 22-year-old fire pumper (estimated $1.3M) and an ambulance (roughly $350,000) with long lead times.
The Maumee City Council finance committee spent significant time Feb. 25 reviewing the draft 2026 capital budget and hearing staff and department presentations on the largest line items.
Plans staff said the Graham Ditch enclosure project (near Arrowhead and Longbow) is being funded by Columbia Gas, which has already provided deposits toward the project. Water‑system capital needs include interior and exterior painting and repairs for the Dussel and Illinois water towers; staff noted EPA…
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