By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
• The Mesa Fire and Medical Department in Arizona approved a bulk purchase of fire apparatus valued at about $16 million.
• The acquisition includes multiple engines, ladder trucks and support vehicles to replace aging units in the fleet.
• Funding for the purchase was secured through city budget allocations and long-term capital planning.
• City officials said the new apparatus will improve response capabilities and reliability for emergency calls.
MESA, AZ — The Mesa Fire and Medical Department this week authorized a bulk purchase of fire apparatus totaling approximately $16 million, city officials and meeting records show.
The acquisition package includes several new fire engines, aerial ladder trucks and support vehicles intended to replace older apparatus nearing the end of their service lives, according to agenda documents from the Mesa City Council.
City leaders said the funding for the purchase was included in recent budget planning and capital improvement programs to ensure reliable emergency response equipment is available for future service needs.
Officials noted that the new apparatus will be outfitted with modern safety and performance features designed to enhance operational capabilities for firefighters responding to structure fires, medical emergencies and other calls for service.
The fire department anticipates delivery of the vehicles over the next several months as vendors complete manufacturing and pre-deployment outfitting, officials said.