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Belgrade approves up to $436,000 for new autoronics rescue truck after committee review
Summary
The Select Board approved purchase of an autoronics rescue truck (recommended by the fire committee) at a price not to exceed $436,000, with the board voting all in favor; the committee cited vendor support and a nearby repair center as key factors.
After reviewing three bids and demo units, the fire/rescue committee recommended the purchase of an autoronics rescue truck. Committee members said each vendor adjusted specifications and prices, and the chosen vendor offered a nearby repair center in Bangor, a factor the committee judged important for local fleet maintenance.
Committee members reported final prices clustered closely after specification updates. The board moved to approve the purchase up to $436,000 (the motion included the optional extended warranty and early‑payment discount options). The motion passed with an all‑in‑favor vote recorded by the chair.
The board asked staff to circulate full extended‑warranty language and to finalize procurement details consistent with the approved not‑to‑exceed amount.
Implementation: the town will coordinate vendor delivery and payment terms and adjust capital appropriation schedules as necessary.
