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RDCK and Creston, Wynndel-Lakeview and Canyon-Lister fire departments approve Arrow Creek fire protection

Regional District of Central Kootenay has adopted a bylaw establishing a fire protection service that takes effect on January 1...
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(From left) Creston Fire Rescue Chief Michael Moore

Residents of the Arrow Creek area might sleep a little more easily in 2014, knowing that they now have fire protection.

The RDCK has adopted a bylaw establishing a fire protection service that takes effect on January 1.

“I am pleased that we were able to establish this service for the property owners in the Arrow Creek area,” said John Kettle, Area B director and chair of the RDCK. “Special thanks to Muriel Buhr for her commitment to this process on behalf of her neighbours. It has been a long time coming and will give the affected property owners some added comfort in knowing a fire or emergency in their area will now receive a response.”

Under the contract, response to fire calls and other emergencies will be provided jointly by Creston Fire Rescue, Wynndel-Lakeview and Canyon-Lister fire departments. They will be compensated equally for providing services.

“Getting fire protection into Arrow Creek has been a priority for me since I first ran for election,” Kettle said. “Credit goes to the fire chiefs and volunteer firefighters who have shown leadership and co-operation in helping to bring this service together.

He added that having the fire departments work together is critical at a time when they are struggling to keep their volunteer numbers up.