Ambulance refinance decision put on hold as council requests five-year comparison

Feb 10, 2026

Country Roads Leasing proposed refinancing ambulances at 4.85% over eight years versus the town's 5.5% five-year WesBanco loan; council voted to table action until a comparable five-year quote is provided.

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Jeff Smell of Country Roads Leasing presented refinancing options for ambulances 716 and 717 during the Feb. 10 meeting. He outlined that the town's current WesBanco payment is at a 5.5% interest rate for five years while Country Roads offered 4.85% for eight years; council asked for a comparable five-year quote before deciding.

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