Fire and Rescue Services

Summary

This ordinance establishes and regulates fire and rescue services in the City of Augusta, including the adoption of the NPA 1 Fire Code 2012, the establishment of the Augusta-Bridge Creek Fire Department, and the provision of fire and rescue services pursuant to a Joint Fire Service Agreement. The ordinance also outlines the organization, authority, and operations of the fire department, as well as penalties for violations. The ordinance repeals and recreates Chapter 5 of the City Code in its entirety.

Details

Subject

Fire and Rescue Services

Summary

This ordinance establishes and regulates fire and rescue services in the City of Augusta, including the adoption of the NPA 1 Fire Code 2012, the establishment of the Augusta-Bridge Creek Fire Department, and the provision of fire and rescue services pursuant to a Joint Fire Service Agreement. The ordinance also outlines the organization, authority, and operations of the fire department, as well as penalties for violations. The ordinance repeals and recreates Chapter 5 of the City Code in its entirety.

Action Type

repeal and recreate

Adoption Date

2026-04-23

Enacting Body

City Council

Effective Date

2026-04-23