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RE: Fire Station Question
The
construction of a new fire station on the north end of Moscow is very important
from a response time perspective. We need this station in order to retain
the good fire rating we enjoy in the City of Moscow. This rating
translates directly into lower fire insurance rates. The fact the new
facility is located in an area that will benefit County residents is really a
secondary factor. As a matter of fact, County fire equipment will be
stored in the station and they will pay rent for this space or contribute to the
capital cost of this facility. The details of this agreement are not
finalized at this point in time.
From a
broader perspective, it is important to keep in mind the cooperative
relationship we have with the Rural Fire Department. Without their help,
the stubble fire we had in the east end of Moscow this last summer would have
been very difficult to contain. This fire was inside the City limits of
Moscow and they responded with equipment and people. There will come a day
when we will be able to return the favor.
Steve
Busch
Moscow
City Council
Moscow
Fire Department Liaison
It appears that the burden of the
new fire station will be on the shoulders of city residents and yet the
positioning of it would benefit mostly rural or county residents. Why are
county residents not participating as well? This does not seem fair. Explanation please.
Thanks,
Tim
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