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Clark County Fire District 3 officials Discuss impacts of potential annexation
BATTLE GROUND - Two comments at a recent public information meeting captured the main questions voters have had about the potential annexation of Battle Ground into Clark County Fire District 3's coverage area. To read more, click here. |
The Reflector - January 27, 2020
Strategic plan approved for Clark County Fire District 3 Clark County Fire District 3 recently approved a strategic plan for how it will serve its residents over the next five years. The plan provides a comprehensive look at the fire district’s current capabilities for operations, capital items and what is needed for the future. The plan also calls for annexing the City of Battle Ground to improve emergency services planning. |
The Columbian - January 14, 2020
Battle Ground, Fire District 3 asking voters to OK annexation Officials say it would boost safety, control costs City and fire officials: Voters should support Clark County Fire District 3 annexing the city of Battle Ground into its coverage area. |
VIDEO: Battle Ground City Manager, Fire District 3 Chief talks fire annexation
Battle Ground - On Feb. 12 of next year, voters in Battle Ground will be asked to decide whether they want to annex into Clark County Fire District 3 for fire and emergency medical services. To read more and view the Q&A, click here. |
Clark County Today - September 30, 2019
Letter: Fire District 3 chief invites area residents to public hearings to discuss annexation Currently, Battle Ground contracts with Fire District 3 for emergency services Clark County Fire District 3 and the city of Battle Ground are planning three public hearings to share information about a possible annexation request. Specifically, voters in both communities may be asked to allow the city to annex to the fire district in the February 2020 Special Election. |
The Reflector - September 30th, 2019
Battle Ground to consider annexation into fire district Approval would raise property tax bill, ensure service levels Battle Ground residents will have two opportunities to voice their opinions on the potential for Clark County Fire District 3 (FD3) to annex the city into its jurisdiction. Though the move would raise property tax totals, it would also avoid declines in city services outside of just fire protection, city and district officials say. |
The Columbian - August 31, 2019
Battle Ground, Fire District 3 work toward annexation vote Officials opt to reduce utility tax if move approved At the city council's Aug. 19 meeting, the council voted unanimously to reduce the city's utility tax rate by 10 percent if the annexation vote is approved. |
Letter: 'Clark County Fire District 3 wants to say thank you'
Clark County Today- April 25, 2019
Letter: Chief Scott Sorenson offers a 'thank you' to Fire District 3 voters Chief says approval of fire levy lid lift a few years ago has allowed Fire District 3 to keep up with increasing call volumes. I wanted to thank our community for approving a fire levy lid lift a few years ago. Call volumes have been increasing an average of five percent per year. Thanks to support, we are able to keep up with the 9-1-1 calls. |
NEWS RELEASE: Prepare for Wildland Fire Season Now
Wildland fire season came early to Clark County this year. Clark County Fire District 3 has responded to four significant incidents in the past month. Property owners started clearing and burning debris on their property when winds whipped up and the fires got out of control. In one instance, a fire grew to dozens of acres. Chief Scott Sorenson says that this was a good reminder for the fire district and homeowners alike to prepare for wildland fire season. “Many of the properties in our fire district are located in that urban-wildland interface, which makes them vulnerable,” he said. “It’s important for property owners to prepare now for what is promising to be a challenging fire season.” Continue reading this news release here. |
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