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AMENDMENT 3 INFORMATION - FIRE & EMS IMPACT FOR EAST LAKE COMMUNITY RESIDENTS

Join us! We are hosting several East Lake Fire and EMS Amendment 3 Local Service Information Sessions for East Lake Residents at Station 57 - 3375 Tarpon Lake Blvd., Palm Harbor, FL 34685:

Thursday, September 10, 2026 6:30PM                                        Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:30 PM                                  Friday, October 9, 2026 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM

Zoom Meeting will be available for viewing & listening only:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87076832827?pwd=X2Wkqb2dtKFbPH5oeNr3app2cYV63Z.1

Meeting ID: 870 7683 2827
Passcode: 228529

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The image discusses the impact of Florida's 2026 property tax amendment on East Lake, highlighting revenue losses for fire and EMS services.
East Lake's fire/EMS response times exceed benchmarks; proposed funding cuts may worsen service and affect insurance rates.
The image shows rising costs for fire department budgets, detailing increases for fire engines, stations, gear, insurance, and personnel.