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Board approves up to $5,000 in ARPA funds for firefighter turnout gear
Summary
The board voted unanimously to authorize up to $5,000 from ARPA funds for one set of turnout gear for a firefighter who requires a larger size; staff said the purchase is appropriate for ARPA funding and avoids using the regular budget.
The Town of Norwalk authorized the appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funds to buy one set of turnout gear for a firefighter who requires larger-size equipment.
Richie summarized a written request from the fire chief, who was traveling, and said the estimated cost to outfit the firefighter is up to $5,000. "It's not cheap," he said, adding that the gear is necessary and that most other personnel have newer equipment.
A board member moved and the board approved funding up to the requested $5,000 from ARPA funds. Members said the purchase fits ARPA uses and relieves pressure on the regular budget. No additional conditions or amendments accompanied the vote.
