The City Council of Riverdale is postponing a vote on whether or not to replace the fire department with Clayton County's firefighters. Rocio Rivera has details on the heated debate among council members and residents.Preview: Citizens of Riverdale say they're concerned about getting rid of the fire department.Preview: That's Riverdale resident Ancel Davis telling Atlanta News First that transferring Riverdale Fire to Clayton County is not a good solution. Other residents like Terri Ben say they want to know what will happen to Riverdale's current firefighters.Preview: Riverdale's mayor says the move is a cost-cutting measure. But residents still have questions. A townhall has been scheduled for next week to talk to residents about the move more in depth and hear feedback. I'm RR.
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The City Council of Riverdale is postponing a vote on whether or not to replace the fire department with Clayton County's firefighters. Riverdale resident Terri Ben tells Atlanta News First the city should keep firefighters local.Preview: Riverdale Mayor Wynn-Dixon says the move cost-cutting measure estimating the city will save close to $15 million with the move. A town hall has been planned for next Saturday for City Council to present why they want to move the fire department.
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The City Council of Riverdale says it wants to move the fire department to Clayton County. Riverdale resident Terri Ben tells Atlanta News First she's concerned about her tax dollars and where they will go if there's no fire department in the city.Preview: Other residents say they need more first responders, like firefighters, to remain local. Riverdale Mayor Wynn-Dixon says the city will save close to $15 million with the move. A town hall has been planned for next Saturday for city council to present why they want the fire department moved.