Oshtemo Fire Chief McComb has requested a budget amendment to replace his current 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe response vehicle, which is experiencing ongoing transmission, Stabilitrak, and suspected camshaft issues, and has gone into limp mode during emergency responses. The proposal is to transfer 100,000 from Fire Fund capital outlay carryover into the vehicles line to purchase a 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning from DeNooyer Ford in Vicksburg for an estimated 61,437 out-the-door, plus 25,000–30,000 to outfit emergency lighting, sirens, radios, and about 3,000 for a residential charging station, with some contingency for overruns. This June 9, 2026 board agenda item indicates the Township is actively planning a near-term purchase but has not yet approved the amendment or executed the vehicle order in this document. Vendors in fleet vehicles, EV upfitting, emergency equipment, charging infrastructure, and fleet maintenance have a window to influence specifications, pricing, and installation scope, especially around command-vehicle outfitting and home/yard charging solutions for 24/7 response units.
The memo notes Esper Electric has provided a preliminary estimate for the home charging station and ...
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Within the Reserve Fund capital plan, the district notes a 40,000 carryover from FY 25-26 for a water tender update project, described as either a new automatic transmission or a new used chassis. This is in addition to 50,000 appropriated for unforeseen capital items tied to satellite station construction, indicating the water tender work is a distinct project. This suggests Sauvie Island Fire District is planning a major mechanical upgrade or rehabilitation of an existing water tender, potentially involving specialized heavy-vehicle drivetrain work or remounting onto a different chassis. Fleet and apparatus vendors, transmission specialists, and remount/upfitting shops can engage to scope options, costs, and timing for this water tender upgrade during the FY 26-27 period.
Decision between upgrading transmission vs. moving body to a used chassis has likely not been finali...
The FY27 Wastewater Fund capital equipment section lists “Two Bypass Pumps with Canopy” for Operations at a budget of 173,000. This indicates the District plans to invest in portable bypass pumping capacity, likely for use during pump station maintenance or emergencies, with specific quantity but no vendors mentioned. Pump manufacturers and rental/service providers can treat this as a significant equipment opportunity that may also drive future service and parts work. Conversations could focus on pump sizing and head requirements, trailer and canopy configurations, quick-connect fittings, and training for staff on setup and safe operation during bypass events.
Two canopy-covered bypass pumps suggest emphasis on mobile, weather-protected pumping for field use.
The Solid Waste section of the FY27 capital equipment budget includes a “Tink Claw for Front End Loader” at 36,000. This indicates the District plans to upgrade or add a specialized grapple attachment for handling bulky waste or debris, without specifying a vendor agreement beyond the Tink brand name used in the description. Vendors that supply loader attachments, grapples, and related hydraulic equipment can treat this as a small but specific upcoming purchase. A useful conversation would address compatibility with the District’s existing front-end loaders, lead times, installation, and any training or maintenance support needed to maximize use in solid waste operations.
Accessory-level capital item that complements Solid Waste heavy equipment capabilities.
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