By Michelle Lynch
Reading Eagle
READING, Pa. — The Reading Fire Department added a newly customized mechanics vehicle to its fleet thanks to a city company.
Reading Truck, 825 E. Wyomissing Blvd., a leading manufacturer and distributor of work-truck bodies, custom-built an aluminum service body for a 2022 Ford F-350 truck owned by the fire department.
The labor and materials for the customization valued at about $30,580 were provided at no cost to the city.
This represents a significant cost savings for the department and enhances the efficiency of fire apparatus maintenance, the city said in a release.
“As far as the estimated value, I’m waiting for a number from Reading Truck,” Stoudt said.
Mayor Eddie Moran said the partnership with Reading Truck demonstrates the power of local businesses giving back to their community.
“Their generosity provides a direct benefit to our fire department and ultimately to the residents of Reading,” Moran said.
The new mechanics vehicle donated to the city by Reading Truck. (Courtesy of Reading )
The mayor thanked Deputy Chief Mike Glore and Josiah Fegley, the department’s mechanic and emergency vehicle technician, who collaborated closely with the company to make sure the vehicle satisfied the department’s particular operational requirements.
The new service truck will be used to transport tools, equipment and parts needed to perform repairs and maintenance on other vehicles. It will allow for improved on-site maintenance and repair capabilities, ensuring the department’s fleet remains in top condition to serve the community, the city said.
Nate Goodnow, president and COO of Reading Truck, emphasized the company’s appreciation for first responders and noted this was an extraordinary project.
The new mechanics vehicle donated to the city by Reading Truck. (Courtesy of Reading )
“As a national manufacturer and distributor of work truck bodies and equipment, as well as a proud member of the Reading community, we welcomed the opportunity to support our hometown fire department in a meaningful way,” Goodnow said. “It will be an honor to see the Reading tailgate proudly displayed on the back of the Reading Fire Department vehicle.”
The generous and unique contribution reinforces the strong relationship between local businesses and public safety services, the mayor said.
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