Fire Department funding and equipment replacement
Summary
The Fire Department needs about $1.6 million in carry-over funds next year, and faces steep replacement costs — a new fire engine now runs over $1.2 million and a water tender about $800,000. Volunteer recruitment and radio upgrades are ongoing concerns.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total expenditures of about $8.5 million, with a $1.6 million gap covered by carry-over funds.
Residents and property owners across the county's 15 fire stations' service areas, plus 65+ volunteer firefighters who get safer gear.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors — May 27, 2026
The Fire Department needs about $1.6 million in carry-over funds next year, and faces steep replacement costs — a new fire engine now runs over $1.2 million and a water tender about $800,000. Volunteer recruitment and radio upgrades are ongoing concerns.
Board of Supervisors — April 7, 2026
The Board was scheduled to consider a nearly $5 million fire protection agreement with CAL FIRE covering Schedule 'A' and Amador services for fiscal year 2026-27. This is the county's core wildland and structural fire response contract.
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