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Eugene and Springfield transition to independent fire departments

By Local Eugene news desk

The cities of Eugene and Springfield are transitioning Eugene Springfield Fire into two independent fire and emergency medical services departments, allowing each city to govern and fund services in ways that best reflect their communities' needs.

Residents in both communities will continue to receive the same high-quality emergency services they count on, with firefighters, paramedics, and emergency responders dedicated to protecting the community.

The transition to independent departments will happen over the next two years, with Chief Mike Caven leading the joint planning effort and the plan to be reviewed by each City Council.

Regional cooperation and mutual aid agreements between Springfield, Eugene, and neighboring agencies will be maintained, and emergency response in both cities will not be disrupted.

This brief was written automatically from an official City of Eugene announcement. Read the original announcement.

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