MEREDITH — Town Manager Judie Milner updated the Meredith Selectboard on Nov. 24 on several items in the proposed budget, including a down payment for a new fire engine, but omitting a proposed raise for the fire chief and other personnel.

In the manager’s proposed budget, she followed the recommendations of the Capital Improvements Program Committee and Chief Ken Jones, and included a 90% down payment on a new Engine 1 of $1.2 million.

Milner said she will gather information about surrounding communities for an official quote for an Engine 1, which she will then relay to the board.

“So, you can have an idea of the manufacturers cost for the same type of engine,” Milner said.

Chair Mike Pelczar asked about putting 90% down, and Milner told him this is part of a federal program the chie

See Full Page