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Oakland Borough Council Debates Fire Truck Purchase Amid Fiscal Concerns
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Oakland Borough Council, the need to purchase a new pumper truck for the fire department took center stage, with council members debating the necessity and financial implications of the acquisition. The proposed purchase, priced at approximately $777,000, requires an additional $50,000 in funding and is driven by an impending 10% price increase set for January.
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City Council
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New Jersey
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Bergen County
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Oakland
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