We are a forward-thinking and progressive fire department. We are looking to the future through a constant evaluation of goals and priorities.

2026 Goals and Priorities
o Implementation of 6A Sales Tax Initiatives
o New Ambulance arriving Spring 2026
o New Type 3 Wildland Engine arriving Spring 2026
o Complete construction and occupy Station 2 / Headquarters
o Sell Tuskegee Place properties and building
o Finalize specification process on next Engine to replace 2004 Engine 1311
o Update Strategic Pln, Community Risk Assessment, and Standards of Cover
o Program and department administration improvements

2027-2029
o Begin building specifications and purchase Type 6 Engine replacement
o Begin building specifications and purchase Ladder 1331 replacement
o Type 6 Engine replacement

 

2026 Budget

The information below consists of only highlights. The entire budget may be provided upon request. CHFD is excited to have our 2026 Budget approved by the Board of Directors. We are working to accomplish a lot in 2026 and are making some great improvements to district apparatus, facilities, and services.

Projected Beginning Balance: $5,560,368  (includes all checking and savings accounts)

Total Revenue: $9,289,726 (includes projected revenue from wildland deployment and ambulance transport)

Capital Improvements: $2,403,000

• Lease Purchase Payment for Valley Street and Renovation - $480,000
• Architech/Engineers/Plans/Permits for Valley Street - $100,000
• Station 1 Kitchen Remodel - $119,000
• Thermal Imager - $10,000
• Digital Fire Extinguisher Trainer - $45,000
• Laptops and Copiers - $55,000
• Radio Replacement - $54,000
• New Ambulance and Equipment - $450,000
• Equipment and Public Educaiton Trailers - $15,000
• ATV with Plow for Station 2 - $15,000
• Motor Replacement for Ladder 1331 - $65,000
• Command Vehicles for Battalion Chiefs - $130,000
• Structural Firefighter Gear - $100,000
• Type 3 Wildland Engine - $675,000
• Wildland PPE and Equipment - $25,000
• Cardiac Monitor and EMS Equipment - $50,000

Projected Ending Balance: $3,662,387