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South Jacksonville weighs buying Jacksonville Fire Department ladder truck
Summary
Fire Chief Rich Evans reported a JFD offer to sell a used ladder truck for either a one-time $400,000 payment or $450,000 payable over three years; Evans suggested negotiating toward roughly $350,000. Trustees asked for comparables before deciding next steps.
Fire Chief Rich Evans told the Board he inspected a Jacksonville Fire Department ladder truck and received a letter offering it for sale "for a one-time payment of $400,000 or $450,000 over 3 years." He said the inspection was generally favorable and that only a few minor repairs are needed.
Trustees asked for pricing comparables and debated negotiating strategy. Chief Evans suggested the Village consider a lower figure, saying it would be reasonable to seek a price "around $350,000 with everything that needs done to it." President Richard Samples said the additional details give the Board a better basis to decide whether to pursue the purchase or await other options. The chief also noted forthcoming meetings about Fire Protection District boundaries affecting service on the village’s east end.
