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DeLand Fire Department seeks Station 83 staffing, details service‑gap mapping and capital needs
Summary
Fire chief reported accreditation progress, ISO 1 status and a multi‑point plan including Station 83 construction, service‑gap mapping and capital requests; staff proposed shared south‑side station discussions with Volusia County and HCA.
Fire Chief presented the DeLand Fire Department's budget, accreditation results and capital requests at the City of DeLand budget workshop, emphasizing both recent accreditation gains and gaps that accompany rapid growth.
The chief opened by describing the department’s recent achievements: DeLand completed accreditation (the first in Volusia County) and retained an ISO Class 1 rating. He said those accomplishments underscore continued investment in training, equipment and data-driven planning.
Why it matters: The department is managing rising call volumes and mapped service‑gap areas outside the city core; the chief said new stations or shared facilities are needed to preserve targeted 6–8 minute response goals in the 90th percentile.
Key details - Accreditation and ISO: The department reported completion of accreditation and maintenance of ISO Class 1; the chief said…
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