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$1.19M fire engine purchase

The fire department found a demo Pierce engine available immediately instead of waiting 3 years for a custom build. It lets them retire two old trucks and cut about $14,000 in maintenance, funded through the city's 20-year borrowing plan.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 24, 2026

HighPublic Safety

Future city facilities: county building, library, and fire station

Discussion revealed the city can't afford a new fire station without a big grant, but is buying the property near the trailer park and may improve the existing station next year.

3 mentionsLast discussed Sep 24, 2026