Chief says grant-funded Bearcat would cost city insurance and routine maintenance; committee presses on cost-sharing and use Chief Justin Ottaviano told the committee a grant will cover the $353,529 Lenco Bearcat purchase and that the city’s only expected costs are insurance (estimated $1,700–$3,000/year) and routine maintenance. Council members probed how often the vehicle would be used, cost-sharing for the multi-jurisdiction CERT team, and whether the asset would benefit only Williamsport.

Williamsport's Chief Ottaviano just secured a grant for a $353,529 armored Bearcat vehicle, promising enhanced safety and rapid response for high-risk incidents!

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Williamsport City Council Approves Demolition of Properties and Naming of Buck Run Alley Council unanimously approves two demolitions and designates Buck Run Alley for public safety.

Williamsport City Council takes bold steps for progress, approving key property demolitions and enhancing public safety with the naming of Buck Run Alley.

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RDA seeks demolition of blighted Market Street building amid safety concerns RDA plans to demolish a deteriorating building on Market Street to address health issues.

The Williamsport City Council is taking a bold step to demolish a dilapidated building on Market Street, addressing long-standing health and safety concerns while aiming to revitalize the community!

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