Summary
The committee approved spending $1.74 million on a new Pierce Enforcer ladder truck for Station 6 in Kanawha City, with delivery expected in about seven to eight months. The old truck becomes the spare.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1,744,618 from this year's budget.
Firefighters and residents served by Station 6, including areas near the judicial building and hospitals.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Aug 3, 2026
The fire department is getting a new $1.74 million ladder truck, plus $57,112 to replace 44 expired air cylinders firefighters breathe from — all through a competitively sourced purchasing contract.
Finance - Aug 3, 2026
The committee approved spending $1.74 million on a new Pierce Enforcer ladder truck for Station 6 in Kanawha City, with delivery expected in about seven to eight months. The old truck becomes the spare.
Public Safety Committee - Mar 16, 2026
Fire stations 2 and 4 were undergoing renovations, and a bridge closure had forced some units to relocate. The department's first accelerant detection canine, Pancake, was newly on duty. The scheduled report may bring residents up to date on construction timelines and fire response statistics.
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