Week in review

Sat., Jan. 27, 2007

The Spokesman-Review

Fire District 8 – Commissioners discussed a potential levy lid lift for the regular and EMS levy. No decisions were made. An executive session was held to discuss contract negotiations. (Source: Deputy Chief Dan Blystone)

Valley Fire – No action to report. (Source: Commissioner Joe Dawson)

East SCOPE – Volunteers elected a new vice president and secretary. They discussed fundraisers for the year and providing volunteers for events at local schools. (Source: President Marilyn Greer)

West Valley SCOPE – Volunteers elected a new vice president and treasurer. They also discussed plans for the annual West Valley Days fundraiser set for June 2. (Source: President June King)

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