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Raeford council tables purchase of new fire pumper after finance officer flags prepayment concerns
City Council of the City of Raeford · March 1, 2026
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Summary
Fire Chief Donnie Smith requested a new pumper to replace a 1994 unit; Finance Officer Scott Edwards explained concerns about a vendor's 100% prepayment discount structure and council by unanimous consent directed staff to seek alternative discount options and tabled the decision.
Raeford — Fire Chief Donnie Smith told the council on Aug. 2 that the department needs to replace a 1994 pumper that has reached its end of life and requested authority to purchase a new unit.
Scott Edwards, the city’s finance officer, briefed…
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