Southington FD Fee Changes Approved

SOUTHINGTON, CT — The Southington Town Council has easily approved a new fee schedule for various services rendered by the town's fire department.

The unanimous vote June 27 at the John Weichsel Municipal Center came after no one spoke against the plan at a public hearing and one resident, a former fire commissioner, spoke in favor.
The measure had already been approved by the Southington Board of Fire Commissioners.

In addition to tending to accidents, medical emergencies and fires, the fire department also handles various types of inspections necessary for establishments to make sure they are abiding by various fire and safety codes.

This latest revision, according to fire officials, aims for a streamlined fee schedule.

Various inspection fees were changed, others waived due to being lumped in with other categories and others simplified.

Councilman Tom Lombardi said "the fire department did not put forth this change to increase revenue. It was more of an adjustment," reads meeting minutes.

Councilman Jack Perry said the move is "a step in the right direction."

For the full approved fee scheduled, click on this link.

For the Southington Town Council June 27 minutes, click on this link.