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Board approves $36,346 pilot to exempt volunteer fire/EMS vehicle and levy relief
Summary
The board approved a $36,346.62 pilot program to exempt one volunteer vehicle and provide related levy exemptions for volunteer firefighters and EMS, with the plan to revisit and potentially expand the program during next year’s budget process.
The board voted to start a pilot incentive program aimed at recruiting and rewarding volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel. The program approved by the board exempts one volunteer vehicle 100% and provides exemptions on the volunteer’s real estate and personal property from the fire and EMS levies; the board allocated $36,346.62 to support the measure.
As the proposal was presented, the chair explained the program structure and budget line: "It's gonna exempt 1 vehicle 100%, and then exempt them on their real estate and their personal property from the fire and EMS levies since they already contribute their time." Supervisors moved, seconded and approved the allocation, while several members said they want to expand incentives in next year’s budget cycle if revenues permit. No specific implementation details (eligibility rules or application process) were finalized at the meeting; the board directed staff to return with details for administration.
