6,000+
Calls for help every year
Longview Fire & Rescue responds to more than 6,000 incidents annually, and call volume keeps climbing.
80%+
Are medical emergencies
The vast majority of calls are EMS responses: heart attacks, strokes, accidents, and other life-threatening emergencies.
20+ yrs
Since staffing last increased
Longview has added two fire stations' worth of growth without adding a single additional crew in two decades.
17 → 4 min
How fast fire spreads, then vs. now
In 1980, residents had about 17 minutes to escape a house fire. Today, modern furnishings mean that window has shrunk to as little as 4 minutes. Every minute of response time matters more than ever.
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About the measure
Closing the coverage gap
Longview Fire Department currently operates two stations: Station 81 (740 Commerce Avenue), the main station and administrative headquarters housing an engine and ladder company, and Station 82 (2355 38th Avenue), home to Engine 82 and Medic 82 on the west side.
That's one station for roughly every 9.5 square miles of the city, far above the 5.8 square mile average recommended for timely response. Neighborhoods like Columbia Heights and the Highlands sit furthest from current crews, meaning longer waits when seconds matter most.
Prop 1 funds a third station, positioned to reach those underserved neighborhoods, translating directly into faster arrival times for fires, medical emergencies, and accidents.
Station 81
740 Commerce Avenue
Main station, Fire Marshal's office, engine & ladder company.
Station 82
2355 38th Avenue
Engine 82 & Medic 82, covering the west side of the city.
Proposed Station 83
Funded by Prop 1
A new station positioned to cut response times in areas furthest from current coverage.
Where the money goes
$6 million a year, invested directly in your safety
Prop 1 is a levy lid lift, generating approximately $6 million in new annual revenue for Longview Fire & Rescue. Every dollar is dedicated to closing the response-time gap and keeping our department staffed, equipped, and ready. Per Resolution No. 2624, proceeds may be used for:
- ✓Construction of new Fire Station #83
- ✓8 additional firefighter/paramedic positions
- ✓Raising minimum daily staffing from 9 to 12 personnel
- ✓A 4th frontline response unit, in service every day
- ✓New equipment, apparatus, and personal protective gear (PPE)
These are the categories of expenditure authorized under the levy lid lift per the official ballot resolution. Actual budget allocations are determined by the Longview Fire & Rescue and the City of Longview through the normal budget process.
Take action
Get involved
Prop 1 passes when neighbors talk to neighbors. Put up a yard sign, volunteer a few hours, or chip in to help spread the word before November 3, 2026.
Chip in
Donations to the SAFE Longview PAC fund yard signs, mailers, and outreach to get Prop 1 across the finish line.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Prop 1 fund?+
Prop 1 is a levy lid lift that generates about $6 million in new annual revenue for Longview Fire & Rescue. That money funds the construction of Fire Station #83, eight new firefighter/paramedic positions, an increase in minimum daily staffing from 9 to 12, a fourth response unit, and new equipment and PPE.
Why does Longview need a third fire station?+
Longview currently has one fire station for roughly every 9.5 square miles of the city, well above the 5.8 square mile average recommended for timely response. Neighborhoods like Columbia Heights and the Highlands sit furthest from existing crews, meaning longer waits during fires and medical emergencies. Station #83 closes that gap.
How much will Prop 1 cost me?+
Prop 1 is estimated to cost the owner of a median-value Longview home about $32 per month. Use the calculator above to get an estimate based on your specific property's assessed value.
How is response time calculated on this site?+
We use live driving-route data to estimate how long it would take a unit to reach your address from each station today, and how that changes once the proposed station is built.
When would the new station open?+
Timelines depend on construction following voter approval. Check official city and fire district communications for the latest schedule.
When is Election Day?+
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Washington votes by mail, so watch for your ballot to arrive in mid-October. Return it by mail (postmarked by November 3) or drop it in an official ballot drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Mark your calendar
Election Day is November 3, 2026
Faster help in an emergency starts with your ballot. Watch for it in the mail in mid-October, then return it by mail or to an official drop box before 8 p.m. on November 3, 2026. Vote Yes on Prop 1 for a safer Longview.
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