Summary
A five-year lease-to-own deal for a new fire engine pumper goes to voters in March, needing 60% approval. It costs $295,000 in the first year and replaces critical fire equipment.
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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
$295,000 first-year payment of a $1.35 million five-year lease, subject to voter approval.
Residents and businesses get modern, reliable fire protection equipment.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Council - Jul 6, 2026
Voters already approved funding at town meeting, and the council made it official with a five-year lease on a new fire pumper. Aging apparatus was at the end of its serviceable life.
Town Council - Jan 14, 2026
A five-year lease-to-own deal for a new fire engine pumper goes to voters in March, needing 60% approval. It costs $295,000 in the first year and replaces critical fire equipment.
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