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Redmond Fire & Rescue (RF&R) is looking for three residents to serve on the RF&R Budget Committee. Members are chosen from qualified registered voters residing within the RF&R fire district. The remaining term for the positions ranges from one to three years. Citizens with financial and/or local government experience are encouraged to apply.
About the Committee: The Budget Committee generally meets once annually to review the proposed budget, receive the budget message, provide opportunity for public input and approve the RF&R budget. The Committee is comprised of the five Board of Directors and an equal number of citizen volunteers appointed by the Board.
To Apply: The application is available on RF&R’s website at www.rdmfire.org, click on the ‘About Us’ heading, then select ‘Budget Committee’. If you would like an application to be mailed to you, please call (541) 504-5000. Applications should be received by 12pm on Friday, March 31, 2023, however the search will remain open until the positions are filled. Interviews with applicants will be scheduled as needed.
Applications should be returned to Redmond Fire & Rescue, 341 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond, OR 97756 or emailed to applications@rdmfire.org.
Questions: For more information about the RF&R Budget Committee, please contact RF&R Chief Financial Officer Jodi Burch at (541) 504-5041 or email jodi.burch@rdmfire.org.
At approximately 11:20 pm on March 1, 2023 Redmond Fire & Rescue was alerted to a structure fire at the Redpoint apartments located at 1455 SW Pumice Ave. Upon the arrival of crews there was no visible smoke or fire from the apartment building. Upon further investigation it was determined a grease fire had occurred in a second floor kitchen and was quickly controlled and extinguished by the buildings fire sprinkler system. Crews assisted residents with water removal and ensured everyone was accounted for.
One resident received minor burns and was treated on the scene. A total of 5 residents were displaced from two units.
Grease fires happen when oil, grease, or fat on a stovetop, oven, or deep-fat fryer gets hot enough to ignite. These fires burn very hot and can spread if not handled properly.
The instructions for how to put out a grease fire must be followed in this exact order:
- Turn off the stove.
- Cover the pot, pan, or fryer with a lid.
- Douse the fire with baking soda, salt, or a fire extinguisher—never water
Fire sprinklers can dramatically reduce the heat, flames, and smoke produced in a fire. Properly installed and maintained fire sprinklers help save lives.
Redmond Fire & Rescue was assisted by Redmond Police Department.