To combat that, Lawrence is proposing giving them a $2-an-hour pay hike. The Democrat-controlled council originally approved the idea, before voting it down.

"Our change of heart is in our statement," said Councilor Elizabeth Wheeler. "We're sticking to it until December, when we can evaluate the data used."

The council says it wants to further review the funding proposal and the impact of the increased revenue.

Councilor Rick Wells has decided to go against his own party on behalf of public safety.

Fire vehicles were destroyed and six firefighters are now without gear.

Smith Valley fire officials said in a Facebook post that they will now have to replace a fire engine, a rescue vehicle, and rescue equipment.

They say they are now down trauma gear, an AED, and a set of jaws of life.

The fire was reported shortly before noon at the multi-bay fire station at 179 Spring St.

Grimley said Tuesday afternoon at the scene that the Office of the State Fire Marshal was investigating the cause.

"Until the fire marshal gets in there and is able to do his job, we're not going to be able to determine anything," Grimley said.

He said the building, which consisted of concrete blocks and a wooden-frame roof, was insured.

An update released by Titusville Fire and Emergency Services said a CT scan at the hospital showed there were no fractures or bleeding. Staples were required for cuts.