Harvard Fire Protection District news

**From Shawlocal.com:** Residents of the Harvard Fire Protection District are being asked to weigh in on a potential property tax hike during the upcoming March 19 primary election. According to officials, this increase is necessary to secure funds for purchasing new equipment and ensuring adequate staffing levels. It's been nearly three decades since the last tax increase referendum passed in the Harvard Fire Protection District, which spans approximately 108 square miles. Back then, the proposal fell short. This time around, the referendum seeks voter approval for an additional levy equivalent to 0.17% above the current limiting rate, translating to 0.498360% of the equalized assessed value of taxable properties within the district. To put it simply, the proposed tax increase could bring in an extra $545,000 annually for the district. For homeowners whose properties are valued at $100,000, this would mean an approximate rise of $170 in their annual property tax payments to the fire protection district. John, who has served as the part-time fire chief of Harvard for the past two years, juggles his responsibilities here with those at the Marengo Fire Protection District. In his time at Harvard, John has faced challenges such as cutting payroll costs due to budget constraints. Currently, the department operates out of a single fire station located at 502 S. Eastman St., maintaining round-the-clock coverage with two or three personnel on duty at any given moment. However, residents have noticed that sometimes responses come from neighboring departments like Woodstock or Marengo when call volumes exceed local capacity. Harvard acknowledges the invaluable support from these neighboring teams during high-demand situations. One major challenge facing not only Harvard but fire departments nationwide is the difficulty in recruiting and retaining firefighters. Many departments struggle with attracting individuals to join the firefighting profession, and Harvard is no exception. Competing with larger departments that offer higher salaries makes it even tougher to keep skilled personnel. As Chief John Kimmel mentioned in a recent interview with the Northwest Herald, "We need at least one paramedic and two EMTs on duty simultaneously. Unfortunately, smaller departments often serve as stepping stones for larger ones where trained firefighters tend to migrate after gaining experience." Another pressing issue for the Harvard Fire Protection District is the aging fleet of vehicles and equipment. Even the most recently acquired fire engine was purchased secondhand from the Algonquin Fire Department. Currently, the district operates two ambulances, with another one on order. While the new ambulance will feature a brand-new chassis, the patient care section will be reused from an older model. In light of these challenges, a volunteer organization aligned with the Harvard Fire District has established a dedicated website—[harvardilyes.wordpress.com](http://harvardilyes.wordpress.com)—and a Facebook page, [@SupportersOfHFPD](https://www.facebook.com/SupportersOfHFPD), to provide further details about the referendum and encourage community engagement. Thanks again to Rob for sharing this insightful piece. --- This version maintains the core message while expanding on certain aspects, adding depth and context to make it sound more natural and detailed, ultimately exceeding the 500-character threshold.

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