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Eugene Fire Fee Petition Deadline Passes: Fate of Proposed Fee Now in Voters’ Hands

by Tonya McPhearson
March 14, 2025
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Eugene Fire Fee Petition Deadline Passes: Fate of Proposed Fee Now in Voters’ Hands
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EUGENE, Ore. — Thursday marked the deadline for the petition supporting the controversial Fire Fee in Eugene, leaving city officials and residents awaiting confirmation on whether enough signatures were gathered to place the proposed fee directly before voters.

The Fire Fee, designed to address the city’s looming $11.5 million budget shortfall, has sparked heated debate across the community. Supporters argue that without the fee, the city will face significant cuts to vital services, potentially jeopardizing public safety and other essential functions. Proponents believe the fee is a necessary step to ensure the city’s fiscal health and preserve critical services.

However, opponents of the Fire Fee have expressed concerns about its sustainability. Many believe that implementing a new fee to address the shortfall is not a long-term solution, and that the city should explore other avenues for addressing its financial challenges. Critics argue that the fee could place an unfair burden on residents, particularly those already struggling with rising costs of living.

The next step in the process hinges on whether the petition organizers have successfully gathered the required number of valid signatures. If the petition passes this hurdle, Eugene residents will have the opportunity to vote on the proposal in an upcoming election, giving them the chance to decide the future of the Fire Fee and, by extension, the city’s fiscal strategy.

As the city awaits confirmation on the petition’s success, discussions about the Fire Fee continue to dominate local debates, with many wondering how the city will balance its budget without resorting to measures that may have long-lasting consequences for its residents. The outcome of the petition could have far-reaching implications for both Eugene’s financial stability and its community’s trust in city leadership.

For now, all eyes are on the signatures, as Eugene residents prepare for a possible referendum on this pivotal issue.

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