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About the LMRFD
Serving small remote communities in NW Arizona
The LMRFD Fire , Rescue and Emergency Medical/Ambulance service, which operates as the Dolan Springs Fire District, is funded in part by taxpayers in a 144 sq. mi. area in Dolan Springs, along with scattered properties in the Meadview area. The LMRFD Ambulance service covers over 2200 sq. miles of NW Arizona and contributes approximately half the funding for the District. Combined revenues support 2 full-time and 1 part-time fire and EMS personnel, including a Chief and part-time administrative support. The LMRFD relies heavily upon volunteers.
If you are interested in volunteering, please call Volunteer Coordinator John Lilly at 928-530-1311.
Our Story
We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision for the Lake Mohave Ranchos Fire District a reality. We'll assist you in finding a way to volunteer that best suits your skills. Share your talents to help your Fire District thrive! The LMRFD offers scholarship opportunities for hardworking, dedicated and qualified volunteers to advance their education in the Fire and EMS fields. Click here for a volunteer application.
LMRFD Taxpayer Supported Fire & Rescue District
LMRFD Facts
*LMRFD established in Dolan Springs 1980
*GMFD and LMRFD Consolidated in 2010
*At time of consolidation, assessed values:
LMRFD $37,763,616
GMFD $7,102,875
*LMRFD is governed by a 5 person elected volunteer Board.
*LMRFD is supported by property tax payers in the 144 + sq. mile fire district, and the LMRFD ambulance service, roughly 50/50.
*LMRFD Certificate of Necessity (C.O.N.) for Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance service established 1983, covers 2200+ square miles NW Arizona. Includes Hwy 93 from Hoover Dam to near Chloride junction; Pierce Ferry Rd. from Hwy 93 to Colorado River and all points in between.
*Combined tax and ambulance revenue support 2 full time Firefighter/Paramedics, 1 full time Fire Chief/Paramedic, 1 part time office Administrator, stationed in Dolan, and required professional, financial and legal support . Additionally, approximately 17 days a month are covered with 1 FF/Paramedic in Meadview.
*LMRFD relies on volunteer firefighter support as the 2 on duty personnel are frequently out on extended ambulance calls.
LMRFD Ambulance and Emergency Medical Service Area
Joining the LMRFD
Why Join the Fire District?
1. Ability to obtain fire insurance
2. No cost for fire response when needed, potentially saving thousands of $$
3. May make property more appealing for resale
4. Help ensure long term viability of fire and EMS availability, as property tax for Fire District provides 1 of 2 suppression/medical personnel on duty 24x7
5. Avoid property lien for unpaid fire service
*How to tell whether you're already in:
1.If "Lake Mohave Ranchos Fire District" is listed on your property tax statement, you are in. 2.Search online: assessor.mohave.gov
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* How to request to join the LMRFD:
Download or pick up the Annexation Request Form, fill out and mail or turn in to Station 41 in Dolan:
https://www.lmrfd.org/resident-information/annexations/
*How to calculate your FD Tax:
Find your "Assessed Value" on your tax bill, multiply by .0375 (3.75%) and that will give you your proposed FD tax.
*What is the "Fire District Assistance Tax"? FDAT is a separate County tax regulated by A.R.S. 48-807, to be disbursed among Fire Districts based on their tax base. LMRFD's portion is currently about $90,000/yr