Richmond Voters to Decide on Borrowing for New Fire Truck
Voters at a special town meeting will be asked to authorize borrowing up to $455,000 to purchase a new fire truck with necessary equipment.
The current fire truck, dating from the 1980s, has spare parts that are no longer available, according to Town Administrator Danielle Fillio.
- Total cost of the new fire truck: $855,000
- Amount to be borrowed: $455,000
- Remaining cost to be covered by state-certified "free cash" reserves: $400,000
The warrant article requires a two-thirds supermajority to pass.
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m.
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Author's summary: Richmond voters decide on borrowing for a new fire truck.