Citizens for City of California Fire Tax

04/08/2026

THANK YOU CALIFORNIA!

On behalf of Citizens for the City of California Fire Tax and the California City Fire Department, THANK YOU for your support.

The ballot measure passed by nearly 200 votes, and we are incredibly grateful to our community for making this possible.

04/07/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY.
We hope you are able to vote today at either St Paul Lutheran Church (Wards 1 & 2) or California City Hall (Ward 3) - Polls are open until 7PM -
California City Fire Department is asking for your help by voting YES on Question 1
"Shall the City of California, Missouri, impose a sales tax of one half of one percent for the purpose of providing revenues for the operation of the California City Fire Department."
Please contact us if you have any questions, thank you for the support.

03/23/2026

Busy weekend for California FD, mainly helping neighbors in Fortuna and California Rural Fire Districts with a couple of Structure Fires.
Chief Friedmeyer making sure any unattended hose lines were put to good use.

A little over 2 weeks before the April 7th Election.
A YES Vote for the California Fire Sales Tax not only helps the California Fire Department serve the citizens of California but also trickles down to assist our neighbors when needed.

03/16/2026

Great work California Fire Department!

FIRE AT LOCAL PROCESSING PLANT QUICKLY CONTAINED

CALIFORNIA, MISSOURI – March 15, 2026 — At approximately 11:00 p.m., the California Fire Department was dispatched to a reported Structure Fire at 1001 E. Smith Street, Pitman Family Farms turkey processing plant, formerly known as Cargill.

Callers reported to Moniteau County Emergency Dispatch that a fire was visible in the lunchroom area and possibly above the ceiling. Due to the nature of the call, the California Rural Fire Protection District and Jamestown Fire Protection District were also dispatched through automatic mutual aid.

California Police officers and Moniteau County Sheriff’s deputies arrived on scene and confirmed that all occupants had safely evacuated the facility, they obtained information indicating the fire involved an air conditioning unit located above the break room area.

Fire crews arrived and made entry into the facility, where visible smoke was present in the lower level of the building. Crews advanced to a second-floor mechanical area and located a large industrial condenser unit with visible flames. Water was quickly applied, and the fire was extinguished. Crews then verified the fire had not extended into the roof structure before shifting operations to smoke removal and ventilation.

The incident was brought under control within approximately 15 minutes of firefighters’ arrival. Crews remained on scene for about 90 minutes to ventilate smoke and conduct overhaul operations. Multiple ventilation fans, along with the facility’s exhaust system, were used to remove smoke from the building.

The fire was contained to the condenser unit and its immediate surroundings.

The California Fire Department would like to thank Moniteau County Emergency Dispatch, the California Police Department, Moniteau County Sheriff’s Office, California Rural Fire Protection District, Jamestown Fire Protection District, and MidMO Ambulance for their assistance.

Additional media inquiries regarding this incident may be directed to Fire Chief Brad Friedmeyer or Pitman Family Farms.

03/04/2026

We would like to invite everyone to attend one of several upcoming Open House events.

🗓️ Sunday March 8
🗓️ Sunday March 15
🗓️ Sunday March 22
🗓️ Sunday March 29
🗓️ Sunday April 5
⏱️ 11:00AM - 1:00PM

📍 California City Fire Station 800 E Buchanan St

🚒 Tour the Station, See the Trucks and Equipment
🗳️ Learn about the upcoming sales tax measure
❓ Ask questions, learn what we do
ℹ️ Provide Feedback, Help Strengthen our Service
👨‍🚒 Interested in potentially Volunteering?

Please help spread the word.

Hope to see you there.

02/07/2026

Do you ever drive by the fire station and see fire trucks parked outside? This is why, in order for trainings to be held like today’s, there is no room. Trucks are rearranged and parked outside while members place tables and chairs in the bay to train. This is one of many reasons we are asking for your support in April. As everything in today’s world is progressing, the Fire Service requires constant trainings to best serve our community.
✅ Vote YES in April for California Fire’s Fire Protection Sales Tax.

Members of California City and California Rural Fire Departments are attending web cast trainings today at the Fire Station. These webinars are part of Missouri University Fire Rescue Training Institute - Winter Fire School.

02/06/2026

California City Fire crews took advantage of the nice weather today to practice some supply hose lays.

Did you know the Fire Engines for City of California carry 750 gallons of water. This amount is typically sufficient for extinguishing a car fire or making an initial attack on a larger fire but many times requires additional water which is where fire hydrants or water tankers (tenders) come into play.
We carry 1000 ft of 4in supply hose on our main truck to be able to reach a distant hydrant, it comes off a lot easier than It goes back on!!

Proud to Serve

02/03/2026

The Firefighters for the City of California are asking for your help.
The California Fire Department is in need of equipment and upgrades. Currently the funding for the California City Fire Department is through utility revenue from the City of California and is simply inadequate when compared to the needs of the department.
By passing a half cent sales tax this would generate adequate revenue to sustain funding for the California Fire Department to ensure they are best prepared to provide the safety and services the City of California needs and deserves.
Join us in supporting the Fire Department and voting YES in April in support of a Fire Protection Sales Tax in the City of California MO.

02/03/2026

California Mo Firefighters invite you to a Trivia Night February 28 at Centennial Hall. $200 per team (8 people max). Fun Night and for a good cause.

Register your team at the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzV4HPsl2nkOnt0CnC3IZCoDKgAhjmmIY9DWPIf91zKUVlKQ/viewform?pli=1

01/07/2026

The City of California MO Fire Department is in need of assistance. Currently the Fire Department is funded through City general revenue which is supported primarily by electrical, water and sewer utility income.
The needs of the fire department to best serve the community of California MO have vastly outgrown the funds in place to support them.

Some issues we face:
👨‍🚒 Protective gear in need of updating
💨 Breathing Apparatus end of life requiring replacement
🚒 Fire Trucks average 22 years old
🧯 Needing additional equipment to keep up with ever changing technology
🏫 Lack of space for training within current station - in need of updates

Help support safety in California MO by voting YES on April 7 for establishing a Fire Safety Sales Tax.