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Fire Services Assessment Adjustments

Summary

The city is raising the residential fire assessment fee from $155 to $224 to fund new firefighting and emergency medical positions, while lowering rates for 90% of commercial properties based on updated call data and structural evaluations.

At a glance

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Last discussed Sep 8, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Increases annual fire assessment fees for residential property owners while reducing fees for most commercial and industrial properties.

✅Who benefits

Residents receiving enhanced fire rescue and emergency medical response capabilities.

⚠️Who could be affected

Residential property owners facing an increase in their annual fire assessment fee.

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