The Akron Fire Company is
a 100% volunteer organization.
We are contracted with the Village of Akron and the
Town of Newstead for fire protection and emergency services. The
money we receive from these municipalities, approximately
$175,000, is used directly for our operating budget. Unfortunately,
after insurance, fleet maintenance and expenses, fire hall
maintenance, expenses and other budgetary needs, (i.e.
training, course work, emergency medical supplies, etc.),
the contracted money leaves the company with a budget
shortfall of $80,000. In
an effort to bridge this gap, we depend on our fundraising events
and support from the community.