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Public Safety Budget Cuts

The police department wants IT upgrades, new cruisers, roof and garage door repairs, and more school resource officers; the fire department is prioritizing roof replacements (Engine House 3 first due to storm damage) and a new truck. Deputy Chief Caton is acting chief until his October 26 retirement.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 12, 2026

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Southwater plant energy efficiency grant

A $256,000 state energy grant will fund plant upgrades, with a design-build contract to be negotiated quickly — funds must be spent by January 31, 2027.

5 mentionsLast discussed Jun 22, 2026