Second new fire engine sought through CDBG grant
Summary
The county's retired 1979 fire engine goes to the Parrottsville Volunteer Fire Department for parts instead of the scrap yard — keeping the equipment working for county fire coverage.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Grant-funded purchase; no county match specified.
Parrottsville Volunteer Fire Department and residents it protects.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CLB — April 20, 2026
The county's retired 1979 fire engine goes to the Parrottsville Volunteer Fire Department for parts instead of the scrap yard — keeping the equipment working for county fire coverage.
CLB — February 17, 2026
After landing a new fire engine last year, the county is applying for another Community Development Block Grant to buy a second one. The first truck is in service with only minor warranty bugs being worked out.
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