Key
Issues
The City of West Liberty has been stalling for years on the creation of a fair and transparent joint agency to manage fire and EMS services, despite the clear need for action. The City’s refusal to update the 28-E agreement and share control over resources is risking public safety and mismanaging resources meant for the fire department and EMS services.
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City's Delay Puts Public Safety at Risk
The City has been delaying the formation of a joint agency and updating the 28-E agreement for years, despite the clear need for better cooperation and transparency. This delay could put the safety of both West Liberty and the surrounding rural townships at risk.
2
City Using Public Funds to Fight Volunteers
Shockingly, the City has been spending fire and EMS funds on legal fees to fight the volunteer fire department and rural townships, rather than directing those funds toward improving emergency response services. This legal battle is an unnecessary drain on resources.
3
Stripping Partners of Equipment and Resources
The City has attempted to modify agreements in ways that would strip the rural trustees' ownership of vital equipment, property, and resources, much of which has been purchased through fundraising efforts or contributions from the rural trustees' property tax revenues. This is a blatant misuse of power that undermines the ability to continue serving the community effectively.
Take Action!
Community members can help by demanding that the City of West Liberty immediately stop stalling and negotiate a fair and updated 28-E agreement that creates a joint agency to oversee fire and EMS services.
Public pressure is the only way to hold the City accountable for its actions and ensure resources are managed fairly.