A Proposed Solution

Phased in Over 10 Years

WSFR Board of Directors is weighing a phased 4-mill levy spread over 10 years.

New funding will ensure WSFR can meet minimum staffing requirements set by the National Fire Protection Association.

With additional funding over 10 years, WSFR would:

Add 27 firefighters and 6 administrative staff over the next 10 years (to meet minimum staffing requirements set by the National Fire Protection Association)
Replace aging fire apparatus and other life-saving equipment
Attract and retain highly-skilled and full-time firefighters and critical support staff
Build a 5th fire station, estimated at $8.5 million, to meet recommended response time benchmarks

Even with a 4-mill increase, WSFR will still have one of the lowest rates in the state based on assessed values.

Table comparing 2025 fire districts by mill rate, population, and assessed value with Windsor Severance Fire highlighted.

Here’s a look at how the District plans to allocate the $57 million raised over 10 years. These are estimates based on best available information in June 2026 and are subject to change.

Pie chart showing firefighter budget divided into firefighters, stations, vehicles, support staff, and equipment costs.

No decisions have been made and we’d like to hear from you.

At this point in time, do you support a potential ballot question for this November’s election to raise property taxes by 4 mills, spread over 10 years?

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Our mission is to provide professional service and compassionate care from our family to yours. Our first responders are committed to ensuring your safety and well-being, whether it's through emergency response, fire prevention, or community outreach.

Covering 100 square miles in Weld and Larimer counties, WSFR provides all-hazards response from four stations. We proudly serve and protect the citizens and visitors of our district with a team of 65 personnel. This includes the operations division, the community risk reduction division, and administrative staff who seamlessly work together for the betterment of our community.