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Board rejects immediate increase for Newmarket Volunteer Fire & Rescue after lengthy debate over equity and certification
Summary
Supervisors debated whether Newmarket Volunteer Fire & Rescue should receive an increased county contribution. Supporters cited shared ambulance service and out-of-pocket costs; opponents urged an advisory review of funding equity across volunteer stations. A motion to increase Newmarket's contribution failed by roll call (two ayes, five no).
The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors engaged in an extended debate over whether to increase annual county contributions to the Newmarket Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company.
Supporters of additional funding said Newmarket provides apparatus, personnel and ambulance service that benefits the county and argued the company is entitled to the same treatment as other volunteer…
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