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Pasco says ambulance fund, general fund split staffing costs; Port of Pasco covers ARFF positions
Pasco Fire Department briefing to city officials · March 17, 2026
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Summary
The Fire Chief told council the department’s budget is roughly split 50/50 between the general fund and an ambulance fund; council approved an ambulance-rate increase intended to cover about 80% of EMS costs, and the Port of Pasco pays for six ARFF positions and contributes toward Station 82 costs.
The Fire Chief explained how the department is funded and the Port of Pasco’s role in airport firefighting staffing.
Chief said department staffing and operations are financed about half from the general fund and half from an…
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