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Rutland Firefighters Residency Rule in Question | Burlington News
Rutland, Vermont is poised to shake up its fire department by ditching the residency rule, allowing firefighters to be hired from outside the five-mile radius—aiming to solve a critical staffing shortage. But the move sparks debate: while it could widen recruitment, critics fear slower emergency response times if firefighters aren’t local. This isn’t the first time Rutland has revisited such rules, dating back to the 1800s, but this proposal marks a major shift. The city council now faces a tough balancing act: staff the force or risk slower response—both vital for community safety. Listen in…
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