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Ladder truck replacement after Ladder 574 crash
Summary
A suspected drunk driver wrecked one of the city's two ladder trucks in November, leaving only one in service. The council bought a replacement for $2.46M with delivery in September 2026 — a rare fast turnaround thanks to a cancelled Texas order.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$2.46 million from the General Capital Improvement Project Fund, with insurance reimbursement being pursued.
✅Who benefits
All residents get restored ladder truck coverage and faster emergency response times.
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