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Roxbury fire department reports generator failure, seeks boat after recent water incident

Board of Selectmen, Town of Roxbury · July 14, 2026
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Summary

The fire department told selectmen its generator is out of service again, turnout gear is being repaired, membership rose to 12, and the department is exploring purchasing a boat to improve response after a recent water incident.

Selectmen heard a fire department update noting several operational issues: the department’s generator is out of service again; turnout gear has been sent to a factory for repair; membership increased to 12 following the addition of a new junior member; and after a recent water incident the department wants to consider buying a boat so it will not have to wait for another town’s response.

Board members recorded those items for follow-up and discussed budget and logistics implications during New Business. The minutes note the department has had another water-related response and that town leadership will follow up on acquiring necessary equipment.