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Fire chief reports a likely sale of old tanker; board gives informal go‑ahead
Summary
The fire chief said an online listing has produced a serious buyer near Scranton, PA, who expects to pay roughly $45,000–$50,000 and that the buyer’s council will consider the offer; the board agreed the chief may proceed if the offer is reasonable and to bring formal offers to the board if necessary.
The fire chief updated the board on efforts to sell the department’s older tanker via an online equipment marketplace. After months of limited interest, a serious buyer emerged who inspected the vehicle and noted required repairs; the buyer’s council expects a net price in the mid‑$40,000 range after marketplace fees.
Board members discussed the sale approach versus auction and advised the chief to present any formal offer to the board; members said repurposing the truck for another volunteer department would be preferable to getting very little at auction and authorized the chief to proceed with further negotiations and to return with a final offer for board approval if needed.
