District Update Things are busy here at the Fire District as we gear up for the summer season. Our members are in our “training season,” using these nice weather days to get a lot of training done to help us better prepare for all types of emergencies. We have also been collaborating with our community partners at the schools, where we are completing building familiarization tours, and at the park district, where we have partnered with the lifeguards for training and support of the 10M Swim Lesson program. 

Our Board of Trustees has worked diligently to adopt the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 budget. The Fire District’s budget runs from June 1^st to May 31^st each year. The FY 2026 budget has increased slightly to offset operational expenses while maintaining a balanced budget within the approved levy. Capital funds have been allocated for several planned projects, including replacing the parking lot at Fire Station #6 (200 Fremont Street) and purchasing an ambulance for our Fleet Replacement program.  

We are excited to welcome a new candidate firefighter to our ranks who is a replacement for a vacancy created by a previous retirement and promotion. You will see the new member and the rest of our firefighters in the district at many public events over the summer. Please say hello, and feel free to ask them any questions that you may have. We look forward to seeing everyone at our Open House in September. Have a safe summer!

Injury Prevention Reminder  

After being cooped up inside during the cold weather months, we all look for ways to enjoy the sun and warmth. If we are not careful during this time, injuries and even death can occur from heat exposure. To help protect community members, here are a few safety reminders regarding heat-related conditions.