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Fire department budget approved; council moves to buy PFAS‑free PPE under state law
Summary
The council approved the Fire & Rescue budget of $5,238,414. Chief described overtime trends and said the department is replacing and buying PFAS‑free bunker gear in compliance with New Hampshire House Bill 1352.
The council heard from fire‑department leaders about a $5,238,414 proposed Fire & Rescue budget — a roughly 2.13% increase. Chief Hayden (introduced by the chair) described staffing and overtime trends and said much of the increase reflects contractual obligations and benefits costs.
The chief described New Hampshire’s House Bill 1352, which requires new purchases of personal protective equipment (PPE) for fire departments to be PFAS‑free. He said the department has received early deliveries: the replacement and outfitting plan includes seven replacement sets and three sets for new hires; the cost per set is listed in the budget documents.
Councilors questioned overtime projections and hydrant‑rental costs. Following discussion, a motion to approve the Fire & Rescue budget was made, seconded and approved by voice vote.
