Used fire truck purchase share approved
City of MelbourneIowa- Detected
- Sep 14, 2026
- 44 days ago
- Sector
- Equipment
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From the meeting
At its September 14, 2026 meeting, Council approved paying Melbourne's share for a used fire truck found in Nevada. Fire Chief David Gibbs said the aging fire fleet is 22 to 50 years old, and the purchase would be split under the 28E agreement with Melbourne and Logan Township paying 38% and Washington 24%. The association is also contributing funds.
This is an awarded purchase with a clear incumbent-style follow-on need for fire apparatus support and future fleet replacement.
- Meeting date
- September 14, 2026
- Agency
- City of Melbourne
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