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Springfield voters will decide on Measure 20-371, a levy renewal to fund a fire engine crew at Station 3.
The firefighters' union views the levy as a short-term fix and is also advocating for a regional fire district for long-term stability.
The union urges a "yes" vote on the November measure to maintain current emergency service levels.
The members of IAFF Local 851 are proud to serve the Springfield community and want to be clear about our position on the upcoming City of Springfield fire levy — Measure 20-371. This November, Springfield voters are being asked to renew the levy that funds a fifth fire engine crew at Station 3 on 28th Street. This levy is critical to keeping that crew in service and maintaining the response levels the community relies on every d