The trailer is one of 12 that will be stationed throughout Southwest Ohio, Southeast Indiana and Northern Kentucky.
Dayton Fire Chief Herbert Redden said 20 to 30 of his crew will be trained to operate the vehicle and equipment. The trailer and connecting tents include disrobing areas and showers that capture runoff to prevent contamination into sewers or streets.
Redden said Dayton will dispatch the vehicle throughout the region when there is a need. Fire crews from surrounding communities also can request training to operate the unit. It will be housed at a Dayton fire station, and the city will maintain the vehicle.
The commission will hear a second reading next week and vote on whether to accept the trailer. If the commission approves, the vehicle will be delivered in about 30 days.
• In other business, the commission approved a $125,000 grant to assist Cooper Power Tools, Inc., with renovations and relocation of equipment to Dayton from its Springfield operation. A Montgomery County Economic Development/Government Equity grant will provide $75,000 of the cost. The city’s development fund will cover the balance. The company will invest $225,000 in its facility at 762 W. Stewart St., according to city of Dayton documents. Cooper will create 15 jobs, relocate 15 jobs and retain 125 full-time positions.
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