Columbia College fire station and student firefighter program
Summary
The county signed a master agreement with Yosemite Community College District for fire captain services and a student firefighter internship program through mid-2028. Residents say the college station is only temporary and the county's planned Pereira House fire station — with $300,000 already spent — hasn't moved forward, leaving a $3 million grant unused.
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Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents noted roughly $3 million in CDBG grant funding left unused while the county spent $300,000 preparing the Pereira House site.
Fire protection in the Columbia area and students training for local fire careers.
Residents who feel long-term fire coverage has been delayed by relying on a temporary station.
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