Lane Fire Authority

05/08/2026

What could district operations look like after June 30, 2026? 
As we continue discussing the upcoming levy expiration, we want to provide information about how district operations may be affected under different funding levels. 

If the current operations levy is not renewed, Lane Fire Authority would return to operating on its base budget beginning July 1, 2026. Under the current financial projections, this may affect up to eight firefighting positions and the staffing of the district’s remaining peak-hour ambulance. 

If the levy is approved, the proposed operational plan includes restoring service levels and adding two firefighter positions to help address increasing call volume and service demand within the district. 

Lane Fire Authority remains committed to providing factual information regarding district operations, staffing, and budgeting. 

Additional information, including public budget documents and recordings of information sessions, is available on our website, page, and YouTube channel.

05/07/2026

Looking for more information about district operations and finances? 
We understand community members have questions regarding district funding, staffing, and emergency services. 

Lane Fire Authority is committed to providing public access to operational and financial information so residents can review district information directly. 

Resources currently available include: 
• Public information session recordings on Facebook and YouTube 
• Monthly board meetings open to the public, recorded and posted for later viewing 
• Current district budgets and expenditures on our website 

Some of the most common questions we receive involve: 
• How Lane Fire Authority is funded 
• The difference between assessed value and market value 
• Oregon funding limitations for special districts 
• How staffing levels affect emergency response operations 

For additional questions regarding district operations or funding information, community members may contact Fire Chief Dale Borland at [email protected]. 

We will continue sharing factual information and operational updates through our official communication channels.

05/06/2026

Where does Lane Fire Authority funding actually come from? 
We often receive questions about how Lane Fire Authority is funded. 

Lane Fire Authority does not receive operational funding from state, federal, county, or city budgets. Our primary source of revenue comes from local property taxes based on assessed value, not market value. 

Under Oregon tax laws adopted in the 1990s, special districts like ours cannot increase operational funding without voter-approved local option levies. 

Our current operations levy expires on June 30, 2026. The May election will determine the level of services we are able to provide moving forward under our operating budget. 

We encourage community members to review the available public information regarding district operations and finances.For additional questions regarding district operations or funding information, community members may contact Fire Chief Dale Borland at [email protected]. 

Recordings of our public information sessions are available on our page and YouTube channel. Current budgets, expenditures, and monthly board meetings are also available on our website at: www.lanefire.org/boardmeetings

05/05/2026

In March 2026, Lane Fire Authority responded to 564 calls for service across our district and service area.

To learn more about how our district operates visit: lanefire.org

05/05/2026

What a nice surprise!!! Thank you for your generous donation to Lane Fire Authority in recognition of International Firefighters’ Day! In addition to the donuts, they contributed funds to our Volunteer Firefighters Association, which supports the dedicated volunteers who serve our community.

On behalf of the career and volunteer members of the Fire Authority, we appreciate your support.

05/02/2026

Today, we honor the career of Lieutenant Matthew Snauer, who retires after 29 years of service to his country, his community, and his crew.

Matt served seven years in the United States Air Force before beginning his fire service career with Cottage Grove Fire Department. He later joined Lane Rural Fire/Rescue, helping build the ambulance service that would become part of today’s Lane Fire Authority.

Throughout his career, Matt’s impact has been felt far beyond the calls he responded to. It lives on in the people he mentored.

He is the kind of leader who takes care of his crew, teaching those eager to learn, making sure no one went without a meal, and always showing up when it mattered most.

Even if you have never met him, our communities are stronger because of someone who learned from Lieutenant Snauer.

Matt, thank you for your service, your leadership, and the care you have given to this community.

We wish you all the best in retirement. You have more than earned it.

05/02/2026

04/29/2026

Have questions about Measure 20-378?

Lane Fire Authority will host Community Information Sessions this week to provide factual information and answer questions about the local option levy appearing on the May 19 ballot.

Attend in person or watch the livestream on Lane Fire Authority’s page or YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/

Thursday, April 30 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 2 | 10 a.m.-noon
88050 Territorial Highway, Veneta

Additional information: lanefire.org/localoptionlevy

04/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Lane Fire Authority’s Annual Open House on Saturday. We appreciate the community support and enjoyed welcoming families to the station for an afternoon of fire safety education, and connection with your local firefighters. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

04/24/2026

Lane Fire Authority responded to a mobile home fire on Delay Drive at approximately 7:20 p.m. yesterday evening.

Upon arrival, firefighters found the structure fully involved in flames. Due to the intensity of the fire and initial reports indicating a large amount of ammunition inside the home, crews implemented a defensive strategy to contain the fire and protect nearby structure.

The homeowner reported that an indoor space heater, rated for indoor use, exploded shortly after being plugged in. Fire investigators located a heater matching that description within the structure.

No injuries were reported among residents or responding personnel. Tragically, two pets were unable to escape and were lost in the fire.

Lane Fire Authority would like to thank Eugene Springfield Fire for their assistance on this incident. Their support was especially critical as crews operated in an area without fire hydrants, requiring coordinated efforts to establish and maintain water supply.