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longer do thisand that ordering years in advance is now necessary in some cases. He purchased <br />a vehicle in 2022 that will be received by 2024. Regarding the boat, the Fire Department has <br />had to delay this order. Fire Chief Dunphy mentioned that the prices of these vehicles are <br />rising, therefore the department needs to be proactive and order these vehicles to lock in a <br />relatively lower price. He also acknowledged that the Fire Department’s boat is currently in a <br />state of disrepair, therefore an order is needed for a boat. <br /> <br />Vice President Kepple asked whether clean energy options have been investigated for the boat <br />purchase. Fire Chief Dunphy responded that the Fire Department is currently looking at fuel <br />powered vessels for the boat. He mentioned that electric vessels in the marine industry are far <br />behind automotive vehicles. He stated that he is doubtful that there is a clean energy boat that <br />would meet the Fire Department’s needs. In terms of the ambulance, Fire Chief Dunphy stated <br />that the reliability of electric powered ambulances is still unknown. He stated that the Fire <br />Department is not willing to take risks on vehicles when people’s lives are at stake. <br />Councilmember Bullock asked if there was any study or analysis behind Chief Dunphy’s <br />statement about the unknown reliability of electric ambulances. Chief Dunphy responded by <br />saying that he came to this conclusion after numerous conversations with the Fleet Department. <br />Councilmember Bullock stated that he believes further analysis is necessary. He believes that it <br />is a malinvestment if we miss out on the opportunity to invest in alternative fuel ambulances. <br />He stated that he would like public deliberation on the Fire Department’s internal capital plan. <br /> <br />Councilmember Baker acknowledged that he wants the department to have what it needs, but <br />he also expressed hesitancy to approve three-quarters of a million dollars on a first reading. He <br />stated that he would like to see a fleet analysis on the ambulances and the boats. He asked if <br />there is a detriment to not passing this legislation tonight. Finance Director Rancatore <br />responded that if the City could receive the same price for the vehicles in November, then there <br />would be no detriment. President Litten recommended that this legislation should be voted on <br />th <br />by November 6. Fire Chief Dunphy stated that he would be happy to provide additional <br />analysis on the Fire Department’s Fleet. He mentioned that he does not want to see the city lose <br />out on the opportunity to save money. President Litten also recommended that each <br />Councilmember send questions or suggestions to Chief Dunphy to expedite the process. <br /> <br />Motion by President Litten, seconded by Vice President Kepple, to receive and file the <br />communication. All in favor. Motion passed. <br /> <br />8. RESOLUTION 2023-49 - A RESOLUTION to take effect immediately provided it <br />receives the affirmativevote ofatleast two thirds of the members of Council, or <br />otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, approving <br />the ordering of an ambulance for delivery in 2026 and a boat for the Division of Fire for <br />delivery in 2024 and committing to including the purchase of those items in the <br />respective budgets. (pg. 8) <br /> <br />Motion by President Litten, seconded by Vice President Kepple, to refer Resolution 2023-49 to <br />the Finance Committee. All in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2023-49 referred to Finance <br />Committee. <br /> <br />iv <br /> <br />