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Fire department raises hydrant reliability concerns; flooring estimate tabled
Summary
The Fire Department alerted the council to hydrants that may not be working and recommended inspection and testing; a separate flooring estimate for the FD was tabled while the council seeks additional bids.
A representative of the Fire Department told the council that some hydrants around town are not working and recommended inspection and testing to ensure reliable water access for firefighting. Councilmembers acknowledged the concern and agreed more investigation and testing are needed before taking capital action.
Separately, the council reviewed a flooring estimate for the Fire Department but tabled the item to solicit additional estimates. The council took no purchase action and directed staff to seek at least one or more additional bids before returning the matter to a future agenda.
