Board approves fire-code amendments after questions about alignment with neighboring districts

Jun 26, 2026

Drexel Heights adopted Resolution 2026-10 to amend its fire code to align inspections with neighboring jurisdictions; the measure passed 3-1 with Board Member Laura Dailey voting no after asking why the change was needed.

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The Drexel Heights Fire District Governing Board voted 3-1 to adopt amendments to the district fire code under Resolution 2026-10. Community Risk Reduction Director Dennis Stiegleiter told the board the changes were made so Drexel Heights would "match the Town of Sahuarita and Santa Rita Fire District" to ensure inspection consistency; the minutes record Ms. Dailey asking why the change was necessary.

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