The Coles Road fire station becomes operational. The Ambulance Division is incorporated into the Fire Department. Engine 5 is assigned to reserve status. A new Zodiac boat replaces the first one. Renovations to the Court Street station include larger Chiefs offices and room for members who stand-by at the station.
Dispatch becomes totally computerized.
Engine 2, another KME Rescue Pumper twin to Engine 1, goes into service. Engine 5 is retired, and Engine 9 is moved to reserve.