LARKSPUR
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Progression | Dedication | Sacrifice
Ballot Information
The Larkspur Fire Protection District Board of Directors has voted to place a mill levy increase and a bond issue question on the November ballot. These are two separate questions and will be listed as 6A and 6B on the ballot. (press release). Text of ballot questions.
6A would increase property taxes by 3.97 mills starting next year, and the second, 6B, would allow the district to issue $4.5 million in bonds to fund capital improvements. “Costs are going up and property tax revenues are either flat or declining,” said Board President Rodger Greer, “so we’ll be asking the community to invest in our collective public safety by approving these ballot measures."
A sample ballot is now up on the county website where you can also find information about voting centers and polling places. Station 161 will be a polling place on November 2nd and 3rd.
You can check your voter registration status here: https://tinyurl.com/mtkx2cw5.
If you have questions about the election you can email our designated election official.
The mill levy for all taxpayers will decrease by just over 1 mill next year because previously issued bonds were paid off.
What is the strategic plan?
Cost Estimator
To fund the initiatives identified in the district's 5-year strategic plan, your elected board of directors has decide to place two questions on this November's ballot. This page is here to provide you with information about the process, why it is being done, and the estimated costs to you. This provides an estimate only and note that regardless of the election outcome taxes for all taxpayers will go down by 1 mill next year because a previous bond issue has now been paid in full.
Estimate your monthly property tax increase under the two proposals being considered.
What is the money for?
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Increased retention of experienced staff members
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Well-trained fire and EMS providers
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A plan to seek professional accreditation in order to improve standards and validate our sevices to insurance providers. We believe this will help residents continue to have access to home insurance.
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Acquisition of quality reliable emergency vehicles and equipment which have gone up substantially in price
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Preliminary steps towards a future staffed station in the southeast area of the district
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Construction of a concrete pad and the installation of fire hydrants on department land next to Station 161 to serve as a training area for driver/operators today and the foundation for a more robust training facility in the future
The staffing should provide better coverage to lower response times. Increase the number of firefighters available for calls, increasing public safety.
Staffing
As our vehicles, equipment, and facilities age, it is necessary to plan the acquisition of replacements and retire the aging fleet.
Capital Aquisition
A professional third-party assessment of the organization to ensure we are providing the best service for our community. This will promote insurability and improve the services provided the citizens depending on us.
Professional Accreditation
Developing a skills training facility that will increase the ongoing training of firefighters. Improving the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the responding firefighter. This investment will create a revenue stream from outside agency use, allowing payoff of this project faster
Training
Information Technology
IT is a rapidly evolving landscape in the fire service. Challenges include infastructure, cypersecurity, and operational systems.
Financial Information
LFPD is currently experiencing a period of financial stability. However, the comprehensive analysis of future needs identified in this strategic plan reveals significant financial challenges on the horizon.
Revenue Stability