To: Selkirk Fire District Commissioners

As of this morning, Careywood is without local fire service. Following the failure of the recent levy, the fire chief made the decision to remove our firefighters from the Careywood station, with the approval of the Selkirk Fire District Commissioners.

This decision has left our community without direct, local emergency response. In rural areas like ours, response times are everything, and removing our local team puts lives, homes, and property at higher risk.

We understand that budget challenges exist. But removing our fire protection should never be the solution. Careywood residents deserve safety, transparency, and a voice in decisions that affect our survival in emergencies.

We, the undersigned, are asking the Selkirk Fire District Commissioners to:

Reinstate local fire coverage at the Careywood station

Involve the community in future planning and funding efforts

Prioritize rural response coverage in all operational decisions

These firefighters were more than a service. They were our neighbors, our lifeline, and our peace of mind. Careywood deserves better.

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