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Rutland Firefighters Fight Residency Rule | Burlington News
Rutland’s firefighters are fighting to scrap a century-old residency rule that forces them to live locally — a relic of the 1800s when quick response meant living next door. With firefighter numbers plummeting nationwide and Vermont’s certification pool shrinking, the union argues the rule is stifling recruitment. While some officials worry about slower emergency response, others like Fire Chief Lovett are open to loosening the limit to 15 miles. The push faces hurdles — including a city vote and state approval — and echoes past failures in towns like St. Johnsbury, which reversed course…
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