Board opts for fire alarm only after weighing suppression options

During the July 29 work session the board considered several approaches to fire suppression for the new highway facility. Town Administrator April Rollins said staff sought quotes for a 30,000‑gallon water tank; Road Agent MacDuffie said a fire pond could not be sited feasibly on the property. A chemical suppression system was discussed but Rollins said her research indicated chemicals could be hazardous to the town's trucks.

After weighing options the board decided to require a fire alarm system only and did not direct staff to pursue an on‑site suppression system. The decision reflects site constraints and equipment‑safety concerns raised in the discussion; no formal vote on suppression installation was recorded during the work session.