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Councilor flags $175,000 fire vehicle expense amid budget adoption
Summary
During debate on the FY2027 budget, a council member praised department heads but raised concern about a $175,000 appropriation for a new fire department vehicle, saying they hoped it 'doesn't come back to bite us.' The budget was approved despite the warning.
A council member voiced concern about a $175,000 line in the proposed budget intended to fund a new fire department vehicle, expressing worry that the decision could have negative consequences in future budgets even as the member accepted the immediate need.
"My biggest concern about the proposed budget is that I am concerned that we are dropping a $175,000 out, as a starting to pay for a new vehicle for the fire department. I hope that that 1 doesn't come back to bite us," the member said. Other councilors acknowledged the department heads' work and proceeded to vote on the budget.
