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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Week in review

The Spokesman-Review

Valley Fire – The district has received the self-contained breathing apparatus it ordered, but the equipment must be modified before it can be used. Run statistics are up 9.4 percent over last year and the budget is two percent over for this year, mostly because of overtime due to firefighters off the job because of military service, injuries or illness. The district plans to staff the Spokane County Fair at the same level as last year. Architects are making plans for a new Station 9 to replace the converted house near 16th and Bowdish. No bids were received for a truck recently declared surplus, so more options will be explored. (Source: PIO Bill Clifford)

Fire District 13 (Newman Lake) – A local Boy Scout gave a presentation on painting Fire Station 1 as his Eagle Scout project. The proposal was approved. A flag pole was installed at Station 2. Several thousand flyers have been sent to residents about the burn ban. A rope rescue training class will be held soon and a CPR class will be offered to the public at a later date. (Source: Secretary Gwyneth Cadwell)

Fairfield City Council – A Forestry Services manager spoke about programs available in the area. The town is planning an Arbor Day celebration for Sept. 18. The town will apply for a grant to pay for a new community center sign. (Source: Town clerk Shelly Wood)

West Valley SCOPE – Volunteers voted to donate $200 to Meals on Wheels. Volunteers also discussed staffing the upcoming Spokane County Fair. (Source: President June King)