A significant investment is being made to replace and rebuild a fire and EMS fleet. The cost of this effort is $17.3 million, which is being funded through bonds. This investment is necessary to ensure that emergency vehicles are ready to respond to emergencies.

The decision to replace a vehicle is not based solely on its age. Other factors, such as repair costs, frequency of downtime, mileage, and engine hours, are also considered. Further details about this investment and the replacement process are available from the source.