Fire Service District Transition to Countywide Overlay
Forsyth County
Summary
Deputy County Manager Kyle Haney presented findings from a comprehensive fire service study, highlighting aging equipment, declining volunteer numbers, and funding disparities. Commissioners discussed moving toward a regional approach and strengthening the newly formed fire commission.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Replacing aging fire apparatus across the county is estimated at over $30 million, presenting significant future funding hurdles.
County firefighters and residents in fire tax districts will gain a more equitable, structurally supported emergency service system.
Residents in districts that previously enjoyed lower fire tax rates.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Detailed Budget Presentation - 2026-05-14
Staff proposed transitioning the county's fire services from 25 individual tax districts to a single countywide fire overlay tax rate of 9.51 cents. This change aims to equalize tax rates, provide equitable funding, and establish a multi-year capital plan for apparatus replacement.
Winter Work Session - 2026-02-12
Deputy County Manager Kyle Haney presented findings from a comprehensive fire service study, highlighting aging equipment, declining volunteer numbers, and funding disparities. Commissioners discussed moving toward a regional approach and strengthening the newly formed fire commission.
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