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Resolution authorizing the Fire Department to purchase fire fleet vehicles in advance of approval of the 2026 capital improvement budget
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WHEREAS, the city is looking to purchase fire fleet vehicles in advance of the 2026 capital improvement budget to avoid long vendor delivery delays, vehicle manufacturer shortages, and additional price increases due to ongoing supply chain issues; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Department purchases fleet vehicles using the State bid process, numerous contracts, and sole-source purchases from local vendors;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Wauwatosa that the Fire Department be approved to purchase one replacement staff vehicle and one utility replacement vehicle, in alignment with the current city fleet processes, in advance of the approval of the 2026 capital improvement budget.
By: Financial Affairs Committee
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Recommendation: Approve 6-0