Friday, October 09, 2026
57.0°F
Kootenai County Fire and Rescue crew members utilize the terrain and rock-climbing spots at Q’emiln Park for simulated technical rescue of trapped and injured patients. Crews are tested in rough and hard to reach areas.

Stories this photo appears in:

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue asks for override levy
September 5, 2025 1:09 a.m.

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue asks for override levy

Seeks $6M for staffing, operations, equipment

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue are asking voters to consider a levy override of $6 million in the upcoming November election. Interim Chief Pete Holley said the department has been working on strategic budgeting since March.