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Population may have declined but Fire/EMS runs increase every year. Approx. 16,000 calls for service last year no? This city wouldn't have received a new truck since 2007 if it wasn't for the hard work of rank and file firefighter who've gotten us millions in grant money for: a million dollar ladder, engine 3, several rescues, breathing apparatus, radios, RIT training, Thermal Imaging Cameras, Firefighter escape ropes oh and 17 COMPLETELY FREE FIREFIGHTERS FOR 3 YEARS!!!!! All while taking no raises for 3 years, giving up holiday pay and agreeing to substantial increases in healthcare costs. This cities firefighters have done their part and continue to do so day in and day out. Even with those trucks paid for by the Feds, this FD fleet is in woeful condition. Something has to give.