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Commissioners approve 0.0284‑cent increase in Salem Fire tax after debate; motion passes 4‑1
Summary
After discussion about insurance‑rating benefits and department reserves, the board directed the manager to include a 0.0284‑cent increase in the Salem Fire & Rescue tax rate for FY 2025‑26. The motion passed 4‑1.
Burke County commissioners voted 4-1 April 21 to direct the county manager to include a 0.0284‑cent increase in the proposed FY 2025‑26 fire tax rate for the Salem Fire & Rescue Protection Association Inc.
Salem Fire and Rescue leaders told the board the department seeks the increase to purchase a fire truck and pay down costs associated with a new station. The chief (identified in the meeting as Chief Autry) said the department aims to lower its Insurance…
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