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Altamont departments report activity; police gear training and fall fundraiser announced
Summary
Fire, police and utilities presented routine reports including call counts, citations, training on Tasers provided by Parsons PD, over 60 children in swim lessons, and a 'Guns and Hoses' fundraiser set for Oct. 18 to raise equipment funds.
Department reports covered fire responses (including five medical calls and one structure fire), police activity (detailed warnings and citation counts, plus KBI reports for drug and assault-related incidents), and utility maintenance tasks. Police officers received Taser training from Parsons Police Department personnel, and staff noted they are preparing for the start of school and increased patrols.
Recreation staff reported more than 60 children completed the second session of swimming lessons. The council also heard of a planned 'Guns and Hoses' (Police vs. Fire) chili cook-off fundraiser and cornhole tournament scheduled for Oct. 18 to raise money for equipment for both departments.
