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Loyalton fire chief reports 264 calls in 2024, raises concern about Sierra Brooks station and equipment needs
Summary
Chief S. Heywood told the City Council the fire department responded to 264 calls in 2024 and 11 so far in 2025; he requested Wildland Fire Checks, said the department is pursuing turnout gear and grants, and raised concerns about the Sierra Brooks station if the homeowner association disbands.
Chief S. Heywood presented the department—s activity report to the Loyalton City Council on Jan. 21, saying the department logged 264 calls in 2024 and has responded to 11 calls so far in 2025. He requested council guidance on Wildland Fire Checks, said staff are working to obtain turnout gear for personnel and pursuing grants to support those purchases, and flagged an operational concern about the Sierra Brooks fire station if the homeowner association disbands.
Heywood outlined items for follow-up rather than asking for immediate funding votes at the meeting. He indicated that grant pursuit and equipment procurement are underway but did not provide specific grant names or dollar amounts. The chief framed the Sierra Brooks concern as an operations risk tied to the homeowner association's status; council members did not take immediate action on the point during the session.
