Crime & Safety
Enfield Voters Make Key Decision On New FD Pumper Truck
Voters on Thursday decided a special appropriation for Enfield Fire District No. 1.
ENFIELD, CT — Voters on Thursday easily said "yes" to an appropriation for a new Enfield Fire District No. 1 pumper truck.
The vote came during a special referendum at the district's headquarters.
The final vote tally was 42 for the $1.3 million appropriation and 18 against.
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"The process for procurement will begin shortly," said Enfield Fire District No. 1 Chief Ed Richards, adding the department won't see the pumper truck for a while.
"As it stands now, the lead time for delivery after contract signing is 36-48 months," he said Friday.
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When it does arrive, the new truck will replace the current 2007 pumper, and funding from the district’s general fund will be used for a down payment.
Pumper trucks are vital to any fire department, but they're especially necessary for departments that serve rural neighborhoods that might not have easy fire hydrant access.
A modern pumper truck will help ensure a sufficient water supply to any potential fires and require less costly maintenance to keep it operational.
From Sept. 18: 'Vote Today On Enfield Fire District Pumper Truck Purchase'
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