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Council approves $5,336.27 fire-equipment expenditure to be reimbursed by Emory County district
Summary
The council approved the fire department’s request to spend $5,336.27 on equipment that will be reimbursed by the Emory County Fire Special Service District; the clerk explained mineral-fund changes that could reduce future similar allocations.
The Cleveland City Council approved a request on Sept. 11 from the local fire department to spend $5,336.27 on equipment, with the amount to be reimbursed by the Emory County Fire Special Service District.
The clerk—speaking in part as assistant fire chief—said the department received mineral-related funds in the past but that a recent land switch will likely reduce those future payments. He said the department intends to spend the amount now because the county is reimbursing the purchase. "I need approval from you guys to spend it because it's 5,000," the clerk said, adding he expected a check from the Emory Fire District soon.
A councilor moved to approve the expenditure and another seconded; the council approved by roll call.
Why it matters: The vote allows the department to replace or repair equipment with a short, budgeted outlay that will be reimbursed. The clerk also signaled that similar future funding may be less predictable due to changes in mineral revenue distributions.
Next steps: The clerk will submit the reimbursement paperwork once the equipment purchase is complete and the Emory County Fire Special Service District remits payment.
