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Jupiter Fire Rescue Department...A Beacon of Excellence
JFRD WILL PROVIDE LOCAL CONTROL
Creating the new JFRD will allow the Jupiter Town Council to have local control over costs, operations, and levels of service. It will also allow the Council to make fiscally-responsible decisions on behalf of Jupiter’s residents and businesses, and will significantly decrease the cost of fire rescue and emergency services compared to what is charged by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR), currently and into the future.
CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE
The Town of Jupiter has established a culture of excellence in regards to public safety. The Jupiter Police Department sets this benchmark every day, and JFRD will start its service from a position of excellence on day one.
MOVING FORWARD
The Town estimates that JFRD will begin service on October 1, 2026. The Town will receive fire rescue and EMS services from PBCFR until that time under the current interlocal agreement.
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READY TO BUILD THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT?
Be the vanguard of our new fire department. We are looking for a new Fire Chief to spearhead the creation and development of an exceptional fire rescue department. Up for the challenge? Apply today!
- What process did the Town of Jupiter follow in deciding to start the Jupiter Fire Rescue Department?
- Are Palm Beach County fire fighters and union members contracted with the Town of Jupiter?
- How long will it take for the Town to build its fire rescue department?
- Will PBCFR continue to provide service to Jupiter residents while the JFRD is formed?
- Will residents be paying double while PBCFR is providing service during the 3 years it takes to create the JFRD?
- What is the anticipated cost of fire rescue services if the Town maintains its agreement with PBCFR?
- What is the anticipated cost of fire rescue services if the Town forms its own department?
- Will the Jupiter taxpayer see a reduction in their tax bill when the JFRD begins operations in 2026?
- What is the anticipated size of a JFRD?
- Will it be difficult to recruit personnel for the JFRD?