Hopewell to ask voters for fire‑squad breathing gear; borough share about $74,000
October 04, 2026 | Hopewell, Cumberland County, New Jersey
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Council members told residents to expect a fire‑service referendum on the ballot to replace aging self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for the local squad. A council member said new equipment for the entire squad is "almost $250,000," and that under a shared‑service agreement with the township the borough’s share would be roughly 30 percent, or about $74,000.
The council emphasized the equipment is essential for safety. Officials said the referendum language will allow the fire district to determine the payment method (tax increase vs. surplus) consistent with legal requirements. The council encouraged residents to inform themselves ahead of the vote but took no direct budget vote at the meeting.
The council emphasized the equipment is essential for safety. Officials said the referendum language will allow the fire district to determine the payment method (tax increase vs. surplus) consistent with legal requirements. The council encouraged residents to inform themselves ahead of the vote but took no direct budget vote at the meeting.
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