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Town Manager reports fire department activity, staffing and maintenance checks

Putney Selectboard · July 23, 2025
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Summary

Town Manager Karen Astley reported the Fire Department logged 15 medical calls, 4 fire alarms, 1 motor-vehicle accident, 1 carbon monoxide investigation and 3 mutual-aid requests; the department has 29 members and ongoing equipment and hydrant maintenance needs.

Town Manager Karen Astley presented the Fire Department report dated July 27, 2025, saying the department responded to 15 medical calls, 4 fire alarms, 1 motor-vehicle accident, 1 carbon monoxide investigation and 3 mutual-aid requests and currently has 29 members. Astley described routine apparatus and equipment checks, monthly testing and mask fit-testing, and identified hydrants within the district that need maintenance.

Astley also noted department training occurs on Tuesday evenings and that the department hosted a Community Supper on July 11. The Selectboard thanked the Town Manager and acknowledged ongoing maintenance and training needs.