Council approves $285,869 for three fire command vehicles after debate over reducing to two
After debate and a failed amendment to reduce the purchase, the council approved $285,869 to buy three command vehicles for the fire department; Ald. Cleveland proposed an amendment to limit replacements to two vehicles, citing budget concerns, and the fire chief defended the original recommendation.
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The council approved a resolution to buy three 2026 Chevrolet command vehicles and necessary equipment for the fire department at a total cost of $285,869, funded from 2023 capital bonds. The item drew extended discussion: Ald. Cleveland proposed an amendment to reduce the purchase to one pickup truck and one Tahoe to save money, and several council members asked the fire chief and staff to explain the department’s operational needs and the vehicles’ conditions.
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