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Hamilton Township Fire chief reports 5,654 runs in 2025, seeks staff and Station 172 expansion
Summary
Fire Chief David Rosenberger told Obetz council the department had 5,654 runs last year (about 80% EMS, 20% fire), reported recent purchases of a new medic unit and two utility vehicles, and requested additional staffing and expansion of Station 172.
Hamilton Township Fire Chief David Rosenberger reported to council that the department logged 5,654 runs last year, with approximately 80% classified as emergency medical service calls and about 20% as fire responses. He said the department recently purchased a new medic unit and two new utility vehicles and advocated for adding staff and expanding Station 172 to meet demand.
Chief Rosenberger framed the requests as capacity and readiness measures tied to call volume; the meeting record does not include cost estimates, proposed staff counts, or a timeline for expansion. Council did not vote on funding or staffing during this meeting; the discussion was recorded as informational and a request to consider capital/staffing needs moving forward.
