Region Of Queens Fire Departments Look For Help With New Equipment Purchases

Volunteer fire departments in the Region of Queens are becoming increasingly concerned about finances. More money is needed to upgrade fire fighting equipment and budgets are tight. Mayor Christopher Clarke says auditors were recently hired to study the issue and have filed their report.



The Mayor says the Region of Queens is different than other municipalities where fire fighting purchases can be factored into the tax rate or reserve funds. he says council will get to study the report and talk about it in the months ahead. He says it will be a lengthy process determining how best to meet the challenge of upgrading equipment for fire fighters.