West Metro Response & Resources

Planning for the future of emergency response

Every 911 call depends on more than the firefighters and paramedics who arrive on scene. Behind every response are the people, equipment, training, technology, and resources needed to serve our community.

West Metro Fire Rescue is sharing information about current service demands, changing emergency response needs, and how we are preparing for the future.

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Costs are Increasing

Behind every emergency response is a significant investment in readiness- firefighters, equipment, apparatus, technology, and training.

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State Legislation Changes = West Metro $40 Million Funding Gap

West Metro Fire Rescue is primarily funded through property taxes, which are based on assessed property values and a voter-approved mill levy. In…

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Reaching Out to the Community

As West Metro Fire Rescue looks toward the future of emergency response, we believe an important part of planning is listening to the community we…

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Keeping Our Commitment: Bond Retirement

West Metro Fire Rescue has a history of responsible financial planning and following through on commitments made to the community.

West Metro Fire Rescue reports a district population of 301,904 and a 21% increase in emergency calls since 2017.

Increasing Population = Increasing Calls

Since 2017, West Metro’s community has continued to grow and change. While our district’s population has increased by 5%, calls for service have…

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Understanding West Metro's Funding Challenges

West Metro Fire Rescue has a long history of responsible financial management and planning ahead for the needs of the community. For many years, the…

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How We Protect Taxpayer Dollars

Most of the financial resources that run West Metro Fire Rescue come from property taxes, levied on homes and businesses within our district. We take…