Riverside City Council
September 16, 2025

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City CouncilAugust 19, 2025Donation of Surplus Fire Equipment to Riverside Sister City Ensenada, MexicoFire Department RiversideCA.gov2
BACKGROUNDEnsenada, a port city of 460,000 in Baja, Mexico, became Riverside's third Sister City on March 9, 1976. It is an important fishing and commercial hub, home to four universities, produces 90 percent of Mexico's wines, and is one of Mexico's most important tourist destinations. Ensenada's relationship with Riverside is characterized by arts and cultural exchanges as well as public safety exchanges. Riverside frequently donates decommissioned fire and police equipment to the police and fire departments of Ensenada.1 2 7/29/2025
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DISCUSSIONSurplus Identified:Recently retired fire vehicles and equipment removed from serviceCondition & Use:No longer suitable for City use but remain fully functionalEnsenada’s Need:Critical shortage of fire apparatus and emergency equipmentStrategic Benefit:Strengthens international partnership and supports public safety abroadLogistics:Ensenada Fire Dept. to handle and fund transportationCouncil Requirement:Donation requires City Council approval under Resolution No. 22576 RiversideCA.gov4
DISCUSSIONType 3 Brush EngineBody TypeE292Asset NumberInternational 4900Make / Model1995Year 37,908Miles$143,526.00Original Purchase Price$220,456.35Lifetime Maintenance Cost$4,500-$6,000Estimated Value 3 4
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DISCUSSIONRescue SquadBody TypeE326Asset NumberFord F450Make / Model2004Year 133,916Miles$102,187.57Original Purchase Price$224,977.34Lifetime Maintenance Cost$4,000-$6,000Estimated Value RiversideCA.gov6
DISCUSSIONRescue SquadBody TypeE350Asset NumberFord F550Make / Model2006Year 133,771Miles$112,317.98Original Purchase Price$222,894.80Lifetime Maintenance Cost$5,000-$7,000Estimated Value 5 6
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DISCUSSIONUtility VehicleBody TypeC843Asset NumberFord F150Make / Model2002Year 117,694Miles$23,310.04Original Purchase Price$30,551.17Lifetime Maintenance Cost$5,000-$7,000Estimated Value RiversideCA.gov8
DISCUSSIONUtility VehicleBody TypeC954Asset NumberChevrolet TahoeMake / Model2005Year 185,016Miles$32,846.51Original Purchase Price$41,153.73Lifetime Maintenance Cost$6,000-$8,000Estimated Value 7 8
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DISCUSSIONCommand VehicleBody TypeC1040Asset NumberChevrolet SuburbanMake / Model2007Year 144,401Miles$75,743.38Original Purchase Price$81,398.49Lifetime Maintenance Cost$9,000-$10,000Estimated Value RiversideCA.gov10
DISCUSSIONFire EquipmentSCBAExtricationRescueHand ToolsSalvageNozzlesHose AppliancesFoam See Attachment A for a full list of equipment9
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RECOMMENDATIONSThat the City Council:1. Authorize the donation of surplus fire equipment to the City ofEnsenada Fire Department.11