Fire Department Staffing and Response Times
Summary
The city is using a federal grant and Measure Y funds to hire six new firefighters and deploy a rapid-response squad, tackling response times that have lagged behind standards due to rapid population growth.
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Last discussed Jan 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Acceptance of the $2,018,479.50 federal grant requires local cost sharing and a $1,049,000 budget amendment for equipment and setup, with the city absorbing full operational costs after three years.
Clovis residents and property owners will benefit from faster emergency response times and enhanced fire suppression capabilities.
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