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Los Lunas to donate 10 older SCBA packs to neighboring fire department rather than discard them
Summary
The Council approved donating 10 older Scott SCBA packs and cylinders (from 26 packs purchased about ten years ago with grant funds and a 50% local match) so the equipment remains in service; Fire Chief said department upgraded to newer SCBA units.
Fire Chief John Gabaldon told the Council the Fire Department has 26 SCBA packs and has upgraded to newer equipment; the older units were purchased roughly ten years ago using a grant with a 50 percent local match for a total cost of $57,037.50. Chief Gabaldon recommended donating 10 of the older packs so they can continue to be used by another department rather than being disposed of.
Councilors expressed support for maximizing public safety value by donating the equipment to a growing community rather than keeping unused gear. The motion to approve the donation carried 4-0 (moved Councilor Runyon; seconded Councilor Chavez).
