An Emergency Services District (ESD) is a local government agency created by a vote of the public to provide fire protection and/or emergency medical services (EMS) in specific areas in unincorporated Gregg County. There are over 310 ESDs in Texas, 3 of which are in Gregg County. The governing statute for an ESD is Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. ESDs are funded through ad valorem property taxes levied within the ESD. Additionally, many ESDs receive funding through sales tax if approved by the voters within the ESD. To provide fire protection and emergency medical services an ESD can contract with a service provider, in this case, Judson Fire Department.
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Fire Safety
Information about Fire Safety is important to have at your disposal. Some important tips that can help you and your family are:
- Make sure your smoke detectors are in working order
- Have fire extinguishers around your house
- Have an evacuation plan and meeting point outside
- If. you have kids, speak to them about what to do in case of a fire
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