“Due to the increase in the number of calls, the City needs to add additional staffing in order to ensure timely response times and quality service, as well as, safely and effectively respond to fire emergencies,” Elliott said.
If the city receives its ideal $950,000 grant, the wages of six additional firefighters or paramedics would be covered — but only for a calendar year. A more permanent fix would come through possible tax measures.
“The City of Oxford will need to consider placing on the ballot in November of 2023 a second income tax increase or property tax levy to provide long term funding for this additional staffing,” Elliot said.
The resolution was passed unanimously. The deadline to apply is March 17.
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