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Winter costs prompt $100,000 fleet transfer

AuburnMar 4, 20262 min read

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The Finance Committee approved a 7-0 transfer of $100,000 from the Reserve Fund to Department of Public Works fleet maintenance, citing prolonged winter operations, multiple storms, equipment breakdowns, and about $75,000 in repair invoices already incurred.

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What this means

The transfer provides funding to keep municipal vehicles and equipment operational after higher-than-expected snow and ice work and outside repair costs. The committee also approved funding for fire and police contract-related costs, sewer wages, library materials, and staffing support. Fire officials said new paramedic-level engine licensing will allow advanced life support care from fire engines when an ambulance is unavailable or delayed.

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Approved $100,000 from the Reserve Fund for Department of Public Works fleet maintenance; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $3,756 for Fire/Rescue administrative assistant costs related to a contract settlement and a retired employee payout; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $4,956.36 for Fire/Rescue license and certification costs, including EMT and paramedic recertifications and new paramedic-level engine licensing; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $2,564 for Police Department supplies related to an increased clothing allowance under a union contract and a new employee; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $16,136 in combined sewer transfers, including $16,073 for wages tied to a union contract settlement; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $24,277 in Treasurer/Collector transfers, including $21,724 to fund assistance from a retired Treasurer/Collector for about 15 hours per week through June 30, 2026; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $13,000 in transfers to increase library materials funding following the Library's new strategic plan; the vote was 7-0.
Approved $3,630 in combined Pakachoag Golf transfers for a 1% bylaw employee increase; the vote was 7-0.

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