Fire & Emergency Services Levy
On May 2, 2023, Washington Township residents voted to pass the Fire & Emergency Services renewal levy. Continue reading below for more information about the levy:
4.65-mill Renewal Levy | 5-year term
Residents of Washington Township and Centerville
Issue 5 | May 2 Ballot
This webpage is for information only and is not intended to support or oppose the proposed levy
Levy Overview
- 4.65-mill levy renewal
- Does not raise taxes
Levy Revenue
- Generates $8.51 million annually
- Funds over half of the fire department operating budget
- Funds the department through 2028
Who Votes
- Residents of Washington Township and Centerville
What the Levy Costs
Homeowners will pay $115 annually for every $100,000 of assessed value.
The Washington Township Fire Department
- Is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. They are the only department in the Miami Valley and one of just ten across Ohio to be accredited.
- Protects the second largest population in the county
- Was awarded the 2021-2022 Ohio Fire Department of the Year Award from the State Fire Marshal.
- In the top 5 percent of fire departments nationally by holding a Class 2 rating from the Insurance Service Office.
- Has a 94% satisfaction level amongst survey respondents who received emergency services.
What the Levy Provides
- Fire and emergency medical services to Washington Township and Centerville.
- Trained and educated staff.
- Purchasing of equipment, tools, and apparatus.
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Technical rescue and hazardous material response.
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Automated External Defibrillators
The Cost of Services
Cost to Outfit One Firefighter/Paramedic - $11,400
- $7,000 for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
- $4,000 for protective coat, pants, helmet, gloves, and boots for $4,400.
Cost for One Medic - $525,700
- $160,700 for equipment including a cardiac monitor, Lucas CPR device, communications and reporting equipment, and more.
Cost for One Engine - $802,000
- $27,000 for the fire hose
- $75,000 for equipment and supplies