The City of Chariton has accepted the delivery of this 2003 International tanker truck, which has been placed into service by the Chariton Volunteer Fire Department.  This truck is able to carry 2000 gallons of water plus other equipment.  The original cost of the truck was $120,000 but because a demonstrator was accepted, the fire department was also able to purchase additional fire fighting equipment.  The truck will be paid for over a 5-year period through a General Obligation Bond and a $20,000 grant, which was received, from the Clarke County Development Corporation through the Pillar's grant process. 

There are now six first line units available for use by the department with an additional older truck for use in town when needed.