Support our Firefighters
Vote YES on the
2026 Batavia Township
Fire & EMS Levy
Faster response times. Better equipment. Safer community.
Your support ensures our firefighters can protect what matters most.
The Current Challenge
Our firefighters face growing challenges every day. This levy helps ensure they have the resources to keep us safe.
Critical Situation
Our fire department is facing unprecedented challenges. Aging equipment, insufficient staffing, and budget constraints are putting our community at risk.
Every minute counts in an emergency. Right now, our response times are falling behind national standards, and our firefighters are stretched thin trying to cover growing service areas with outdated resources.
Without action, these challenges will only worsen, putting lives and property at greater risk.
12+ min
Average Response Time
Above the 8-minute national standard
71%
Call Increase
Critical shortage of trained personnel
7+
Aging Equipment
Vehicle avg 9+ years old
17%
Village Share of Calls
The village only contributes 7% funding
Service Call Distribution
Imagine living near a station, but everyone is on calls 15 minutes away.
Current stations are show as white circles. This graphic is a simplified heatmap distribution.
What the Levy will Achieve
Rallying support to keep our firefighters ready and safe.
Modern Equipment
Replace aging fire trucks and purchase state-of-the-art firefighting equipment and technology.
Building New Stations
Drastically improve response times by constructing additional stations.
Investment in Our Future
These improvements aren't just upgrades—they're essential investments in the safety and well-being of every person in our community. Every second counts in an emergency.
Additional Staff
Retain 6 staff members currently funded by expiring federal grant and staff up new stations.
Exiting Joint Services
The township will exit the joint district Jan 1 2027, securing our tax dollars.
Transparent Cost Breakdown
We believe in complete transparency.
Here's exactly what the levy will cost and how it compares to everyday expenses.
Less than 5 Lattes per month
Cheaper than the monthly coffee habit.
Less than two streaming services
Cheaper than your Netflix and Disney+ subscriptions.
Less than that one impulse buy
We've all gotten those social media ads.
Put it in Perspective
Average Household
Based on median home value of $200,000
Commercial Real Estate
Based on average commercial property value of $500,000
Annual Cost Increase
Monthly Cost Increase
That's a nominal annual increase of $151.77 per $100k increase in property value.*
$25.30
$303.54
$758.85
Annual Cost Increase
*Note that the levy on that ballot says $333 per $100k. That's because by exiting the joint district we're eliminating the existing levys.
$63.24
Monthly Cost Increase
Less than a dollar a day is a small price for safety
If the Levy Doesn't Pass
Slower Response Times
Emergency response times will continue to exceed safe standards, potentially increasing to 15+ minutes.
Deteriorating Equipment
Aging fire trucks and ambulances will become unreliable, leading to more frequent breakdowns - even during emergencies.
Staffing Crisis
20% reduction in emergency staff personnel. Reduced training. Exhausted crews. Unsustainable workloads.
Community Safety at Risk
Inability to meet community needs and maintain adequate life saving responses.
The Stakes Are Real
Every minute of delayed response increases the risk of property loss and endangers lives. Our firefighters are already stretched to their limits.
Without new funding, we risk falling further behind safety standards, potentially facing state intervention or loss of insurance ratings that could increase homeowner costs significantly.
The Choice is Clear
Invest a small amount now in essential fire and EMS protection, or risk facing far greater costs—both financial and human—in the future.
How to Vote
Vote Early!
You have a whole month. No excuses!
Clermont County Board of Elections
2026 PRIMARY/SPECIAL ELECTION
May 5, 2026
DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE - April 6 open until 9 p.m.
You can register in person and online
WHERE TO VOTE?
76 S Riverside Dr, Batavia, OH
EARLY IN-PERSON VOTING HOURS
April 7-10 // 8a - 5p
April 13-17 // 8a - 5p
April 20-24 // 8a - 5p
April 27 // 7:30a - 7:30p
April 28 // 7:30a - 8:30p
April 29-May 1 // 7:30a - 7:30p
May 2 // 8a - 4p
May 3 // 1p - 5p
Website
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Designed and paid for entirely by Brandon Hicks, a friend of first responders.
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