Fire Station Tour Sparks Dialogue on Emergency Services in Ranson
With County Commission on fire station tour, many firefighters wary in the wake of ambulance takeover
The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 2, 2025
The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the Jefferson County Commission's recent town hall meetings at volunteer fire stations, aimed at assessing fire protection needs amid concerns from emergency service volunteers. With the commission previously rejecting a special levy for fire services, they hired Fitch and Associates for a comprehensive study, which might indicate the future necessity for more paid fire personnel. Mike Mood, commission vice president and chief of the Middleway Volunteer Fire Company, advocates for thorough deliberation to avoid past mistakes like the controversial absorption of the independent ambulance service.
