Budget
The district operates with a permanent property tax rate of $1.0335 per $1,000 of assessed value. The rate was established in 2003 when the new district was formed. The District's revenue comes from property taxes (55%), billings for ambulance services and FireMed membership fees (44%), and other income (less than 1%).
On November 6th of 2012 voters approved ballot measure 20-205, a 5 year local option levy of $0.47 per $1000.
South Lane County Fire & Rescue 2012-2013 District Budget.pdf
A ground ambulance transport in the Eugene-Springfield area will cost more than $1,800, and an air ambulance more than $18,000, unless you have FireMed! Health insurance may cover 20-50%. 