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Westside Fire District Seeks Renewal of Temporary Levy to Fund Staffing

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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The Westside Fire District is seeking voters to approve a temporary levy for the second consecutive year to support its staffing levels. Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS Chief Jeff Armstrong announced the request, noting it was denied in 2025. If approved, the levy would increase the tax rate from $23 per $100,000 taxable assessed value to $67 per $100,000 taxable assessed value annually. The funds are strictly intended to increase staffing from one to two firefighters/EMTs a day.

From bonnercountydailybee.com

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The district stated the levy addresses staffing needs and not the purchase of new apparatus or engines. Armstrong noted that the request allows the district to provide reliable emergency services while leadership pursues long-term financial solutions.

From bonnercountydailybee.com

Who's involved

  • Jeff ArmstrongChief of Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS, leading the push for the levy renewal.

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