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COMMUNITY
INPUT
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
| How quickly
do fire personnel respond to calls? Will response be impacted
by construction? |
| Fire personnel
currently respond to calls within an average of 4.5
minutes. By using the interim station behind the current fire
station, there should be no change in response time during construction. |
| How is
bond money monitored and spent? |
| The spending
of the bond money is monitored by a committee made up of three
citizens. Commissioner Geddes serves on the committee as a liaison
for the District. The bond money can only be spent on the development
and purchase of "real property." It cannot be used for
salaries, equipment, furniture, or administration. |
| What
fire and life safety programs are available? |
| Currently
the District offers several programs including CPR Training, Juvenile
Fire Setter Program, Preschool Programs, a Fire Safety Contest
and "Every 15 Minutes" a program aimed at deterring
high school students from drinking and driving. Once the new station
is complete, part of the interim headquarters will be converted
to a training room and the District plans on expanding its fire
and life safety programs. |
PROVIDING THE BEST SERVICES
The
Saratoga Fire District has a unique history of low response times,
efficient service, and dedication to protecting our residents. This
community-oriented approach to public safety is a tradition we will
maintain as we modernize and upgrade our headquarters to meet the
growing needs of our community. As professionals, we take pride in
thoroughly reviewing all the possible options for improving the already
high level of service you enjoy.
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