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Elkton officials praise snow-plowing while Singerly Fire Department warns of $3 million ladder-truck need
Summary
Commissioners commended the Department of Public Works for snow removal after a major storm and urged residents and businesses to clear sidewalks and hydrants; Samuel Goldwater told the board the Singerly Fire Department faces an estimated $3 million expense to replace a ladder truck and will seek collective funding solutions.
On Feb. 4, 2026, the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton publicly commended the Department of Public Works for its snow-plowing efforts following a significant storm and heard from community representatives about continuing public-safety needs.
Commissioner Robert M. Massimiano praised the Department of Public Works for plowing throughout the town; Commissioners Earl M. Piner, Sr. and Charles H. Givens, Sr. agreed, and Commissioner Jean A. Broomell suggested hosting a luncheon to thank public-works staff. Mayor Robert J. Alt noted that some residents were not aware that clearing their vehicles from snow is the resident's responsibility and raised the possibility that a property might need classification as a business because of a high volume of vehicles on-site.
Elkton Alliance Executive Director Alicia Calhoun urged downtown businesses to remember sidewalk snow-removal responsibilities and announced upcoming public events, including the annual 'Soup There It Is' contest and a 'Cupid's and Carriages' event.
Samuel Goldwater, speaking on behalf of the Singerly Fire Department, said the volunteer department was active during the storm and asked residents to shovel out nearby fire hydrants. He told the board that "the Department faces an exceptional expense of 3 million dollars to replace a ladder truck, and that a collective solution to address ongoing funding shortages will be necessary." Mayor Alt said a pending audit may help identify potential funding possibilities. Chief of Police Carolyn Rogers reported the department had only minor vehicle damage reported during the storm.
The Singerly Fire Department will submit its annual report at the third meeting of the month, according to Goldwater's remarks; board members did not commit specific funds during the Feb. 4 meeting.
