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New Engine 2 Enters Service

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Briefing

Jun 11, 2026

Acting Fire Marshal Appointed

The Board unanimously appointed Assistant Fire Marshal John Hoffman as acting fire marshal starting June 12 at noon, until a permanent replacement is appointed. The board also postponed updates to its rules and regulations until January 2027.

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Briefing

May 14, 2026

Firehouse space and safety issues remain

The department reported that the former Company 3 space on Chapman Street is no longer insured, forcing equipment into less suitable locations and leaving a truck outside. A proposal to address firehouse space needs was presented to the Town Council and could lead to a November referendum, but no referendum was approved at this meeting.

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Briefing

Apr 9, 2026

Two Per Diem Fire Inspectors Appointed

The Board unanimously appointed Eric Chase and Brian Petrucelli as per diem fire inspectors in the Fire Marshal’s Office. The board also reported that department rule changes are targeted for adoption in June, with a planned July 1 effective date.

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Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

Fire safety upgrades receive $315,000

The Town Council approved $275,000 for exhaust systems at all firehouses and $40,000 for repairs to the training tower burn room. The commissioners also unanimously approved hiring two per diem fire inspectors using existing department budgeted hours.

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Briefing

Feb 12, 2026

New Engine 2 Enters Service

New Engine 2 was placed in service, while Service 2 is expected to go online within one to two months. Preliminary plans for Company 4 are moving toward cost estimates and a possible November referendum, and the preliminary budget is below last year's budget.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Fire Department Submits 2026 Budgets

The department completed and submitted its 2026 operating and capital budgets, describing them as focused on needs rather than wants. Officials also reported 915 calls in 2025 and said New Engine 2 was expected to enter service within about two weeks.

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