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Franklin County Fire District 3 Gains Advanced Life Support License Amid Funding Push

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Franklin County Fire District 3 recently received an Advanced Life Support license from the Washington State Department of Health, allowing for paramedic-level emergency medical care. The district also announced Proposition 1, which will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot to fund emergency services outside the City of Pasco. If approved, Proposition 1 would raise the fire levy rate from $0.86 to $1.24 per $1,000 of assessed property value.

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The district reported 805 calls in 2025 and projects over 1,000 calls in 2026, with 60% involving emergency medical services. The proposed levy increase is intended to maintain current emergency medical and fire protection services as demand continues to rise.

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    Property owners might face higher costs due to the proposed increase in the fire levy rate.

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