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Warrensburg outlines fleet replacements and public-safety equipment priorities
Summary
Staff discussed the Fleet Management Vehicle Fund and Enterprise leasing; Fire Chief Jennings described aging apparatus (a 1995 rescue truck) with ladder/rescue replacements slated for 2028 and estimated a new fire station at about $400 per sq. ft ($15–20M). Sirens are scheduled for replacement in 2032.
Staff reviewed the Fleet Management Vehicle Fund, noting an initial transfer of $100K and a budget target of $350K for fleet purchases. Enterprise's fleet program was discussed as a leasing option that provides resale credit realized in 3–5 years; Public Works staff said larger trucks will be lease financed while other units will be handled through Enterprise arrangements.
Fire Chief Jennings detailed the department's apparatus needs: a 1995 Model Fire Rescue Truck (purchased used in 2000) is scheduled for replacement, and ladder and rescue trucks are planned for 2028. Jennings said an estimate to build a fire station is "$400 per sq. ft or $15-20M conservatively." Sirens are scheduled for replacement in 2032; policy on activation follows National Weather Service warnings with dispatch activation and fire department backup if needed.
Council noted the fleet and public-safety capital items on the identified-but-unfunded lists; staff will include these needs in CIP prioritization and financing scenarios.
