The fire department held a dedication ceremony for its new Tower 26 truck, with Fire Chaplain Father Dennis Ruda performing a blessing.  

The 1 million dollar truck replaces a similar vehicle that was 30 years-old. Both have 100 foot ladders, but the new one is lighter with a shorter wheel base, making it more maneuverable down narrow streets or sharp corners. Fire Chief Rob Jacyna says, "This one just has more electronics and safety features.  Like everything today, it has computers on it and runs it and everything.  So, it's redundant if you don't do something or set it up right, it won't let you proceed to the next."