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We have asked the architects of the Progressive project to examine what .?_ we are proposing will serve the new office complex at 6300 Wilson Mills Rd. The architects informed us that the 75 foot ladder would reach the top of the new office buildings (see attached). In the State of Ohio every city, village and township is graded by the Insurance Services of Ohio, (ISO). This agency is employed by the insurance companies to grade the municipal fire departments regarding how well they protect the communities they serve. From this evaluation, insurance companies set premium rates for all property owners based upon how well a fire department protects the property within its jurisdiction. ISO evaluates cities by a grading schedule, which details what are accepted practice. The grading schedule is from 1 to 10 with 1 being the best. ISO comes out approximately every 12 years to re- evaluate the community. I expect they will return to inspect Mayfield during 1993 or 1994. Insurance Services of Ohio's last full inspection was in 1976. On August 2, 1988, I wrote Mayor Carmen with a response to a question he asked regarding our- need for a ladder truck. In 1988 I wrote, "They (ISO) further clarified the need for a ladder truck for our community due to the size of the area being served." I also stated in the Carmen letter, " When ISO returns for their ten year inspection, I am sure they will suggest we have a fully equipped ladder truck." The only thing that has changed since that report is the addition of larger homes and buildings in our village. With the Progressive project under construction we are at a crossroad for the community's fire protection. According to the Progressive architects, the Progressive building will be larger in square footage than Beachwood Mall. This project wil have an impact our community when the Insurance Grading Service returns to rate our municipality. Additionally we have a growing industrial base along with new subdivisions having homes in excess of 3000 square feet. Obviously, you're aware of the potential explosive growth at the north end of Mayfield Village. It is my belief we are going to be required to buy a ladder truck or suffer a large loss of credit.. If we would lose credits for not having the necessary equipment according the Insurance Services of Ohio then all home owners in Mayfield Village would see an increase in their individual fire insurance rates. When one looks at the cost of a new ladder truck it appears to be staggering. I am requesting $450,000 for this truck. The company that is ?-,the leading candidate for our potential business has several financial ? packages. Among them is one that allows for the lease purchase of the