FINANCIAL BUSINESS REQUEST (FBR)
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to authorize overspending of account # 10120501-54300 Ledyard Fire Repairs and Maintenance by an amount not to exceed $6,000.
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Background:
Chief Mann has completed all annual preventative maintenance services to the LFD fleet. Due to unforeseen repairs, his account now sits at 99.3% encumbered. R-11 (Ferrara Engine) requires repair of aging and rusty air brake tanks and the vendor has quoted the repair in the area of $3400. This motion will allow for that repair and provide a small remaining fund balance for incidental repairs through the rest of the fiscal year.
Department Comment/Recommendation:
Air brake systems are critical components for fire trucks. This apparatus still passes its DOT Brake test, however I do not feel it would be in the town’s best interest to delay repairs into FY26. Failed air brake tests are an automatic out-of-service criteria under DOT guidelines and I believe this would be a likely outcome between now and July 1st if left unrepaired.
Chief Mann related that all annual PM’s are complete and I support providing a small balance to complete any other incidental repairs that may arise throughout the rest of the year.
Finance Director Comment/Recommendation:
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Mayor Comment/Recommendation:
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