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Fire & Rescue reports six calls in March, finalizes rescue-truck paperwork
Summary
St. Stephen Fire & Rescue reported six calls in March (26 YTD), will train staff on Narcan and opioid response, and is finalizing contract paperwork for a new rescue truck estimated to arrive in 1.5–2 years; the truck will be red with blue striping.
St. Stephen Fire & Rescue reported six calls in March and 26 calls year to date, according to the department's monthly update to the council. Fire Chief Jeff Drais said training this month will include Narcan administration and opioid response.
The department is finalizing paperwork on a contract for a new rescue truck and expects delivery in roughly 1.5 to 2 years; "the new truck will be red with blue striping," the minutes state. Chief Drais confirmed the department is reviewing and finalizing the agreement to ensure contract details are correct prior to signing.
Why it matters: an updated rescue vehicle and crew training on opioid response are part of the city's public-safety preparedness. The council received the report and did not request additional immediate action.
Next steps: Fire leadership will complete contract paperwork and return to council with any required confirmations; training sessions will proceed under department scheduling.
