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Fire officials urge residents to vote in Feb. 21 fire election as volunteers decline
Jackson Township Council · February 11, 2026
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Summary
Jackson Fire District 3 leaders described growing call volume and volunteer shortages; commissioners urged residents to vote in a Feb. 21 election on a budget that would maintain 24/7 career coverage and cover essential equipment and staffing needs.
Frank Rushka, chairman of Jackson Fire District 3, addressed the council and attendees on Feb. 10 to explain an upcoming Feb. 21 fire-election vote on the district's proposed budget and to urge voter participation.
Rushka said 911 calls in the district's coverage area increased 33% over two years,…
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