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Winona Fire Department

OPEN LETTER TO SALEM TOWNSHIP VOTERS IN THE NORTHWEST FIRE DISTRICT

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In 2021 Voters in the Northwest Fire District (between Depot Rd and Rt 45) in Salem Township approved a 5-year, 1-mil fire levy. That levy will expire in 2026, and the Township Trustees agreed to place a renewal levy on the ballot for the November 2025 election. The Winona Fire Department is the recipient of these funds operating under a contract with the Trustees. Because of this positive relationship with the Voters and Trustees of Salem Township, the WFD has been able to serve you and improve our equipment, facilities, and training. Accomplishments and investments since 2021 include the following:

  • Purchase of a 2023 pumper (Engine 93),
  • Purchase of a 2019 Ambulance to replace the 2008 one,
  • Upgrade the lighting on Engine 95 and Rescue 99,
  • Upgrade our radio system to the MARCS system, improving communications during mutual aid incidents,
  • Added two bridge hydrants in Salem Twp.,
  • Acquired needed EMS equipment (power cot, heart monitor, and CPR devices) through fundraising, donations, and levy funds,
  • Replaced the shingle roof of the station with a metal one 
  • Acquired a new drone with improved features,
  • Replaced a non-working siren with a new one with tornado warning capabilities,
  • Replaced dated fire hose with new,
  • Leveraged our funds in applying for state and federal grants,
  • Financially supported EMS & Firefighter personnel to earn advanced training certifications.

The funds received from the fire levies from Salem and Butler Townships have allowed us to be fiscally responsible and progressive in our operations. 

We thank you for your continued support and request that you vote “FOR”  the renewal of the fire levy for another five years. 

  • The Winona Fire Department

 

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We are on the lookout for committed individuals ready to make a meaningful impact within the Winona community. As a volunteer with the Winona Fire Department, you will acquire crucial skills in firefighting, emergency response, and life-saving techniques.

Our department offers extensive training programs to ensure that each volunteer is thoroughly prepared and confident in their abilities. Volunteering with us is not just about the invaluable experiences and personal growth; it’s about forging enduring relationships with fellow members who are united in a shared purpose. Regardless of your background or experience level, there’s a role for you here. Join our ranks today and be an integral part of our mission to protect lives, preserve property, and positively influence the Winona community.

Are you ready to make a real impact? Become a volunteer at the Winona Fire Department now! Seize the chance to learn crucial life-saving skills, serve your community, and build lasting bonds. We welcome your enthusiasm and commitment, no matter your prior experience.

Join us in our journey to uplift and safeguard our community. Embark on this fulfilling path and enroll as a volunteer firefighter with the Winona Fire Department today!

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