Summary
The Fire Department will replace its oldest support vehicles, 2011 and 2012 Explorers, with two new Chevrolet 1500 crew cab trucks serving as battalion chief vehicles. The $130,000 comes from a budget amendment, and low state-contract inventory made quick action necessary.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adds $130,000 to the FY2026 fire department budget.
Firefighters and residents relying on dependable emergency response.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council — September 1, 2026
The FY2026 budget was amended to buy two 2026 Chevrolet 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 trucks for the Jonesboro Fire Department.
Finance & Administration Council Committee — August 25, 2026
The Fire Department will replace its oldest support vehicles, 2011 and 2012 Explorers, with two new Chevrolet 1500 crew cab trucks serving as battalion chief vehicles. The $130,000 comes from a budget amendment, and low state-contract inventory made quick action necessary.
Public Safety Council Committee — June 16, 2026
The city wants to apply for two federal grants — one for firefighters and one for fire prevention and safety. Grant money could fund fire department equipment and programs at no local cost if awarded.
Public Safety Council Committee — February 17, 2026
The fire department wants nearly $178,000 in new rescue gear — thermal imaging cameras and battery-powered extraction tools to replace 15-20 year old gas-powered units. Every fire station benefits from more reliable, faster equipment.
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