Lane Fire Authority

Lane Fire Authority is asking voters to approve a 20-cent increase to the expiring levy, bringing the total to 55 cents per $1,000 in assessed property value. If it passes, Lane Fire Authority would be able to maintain services, as well as add two firefighters and modular living quarters at the Spencer Creek station.

The levies were meant to boost funding for the Lane Fire Authority and the South Lane Fire & Rescue District.

Lane Fire Authority asks voters to approve a higher tax levy to fund emergency services, hire firefighters, and upgrade the Spencer Creek station.

Voters turned down a Lane Fire Authority levy last November. Advocates hope a smaller levy and better messaging will help them pass a property tax…

The drought and recent high temperatures have dried out the fuels and forests, increasing the wildfire risk. The Oregon Country Fair has its own…