Grafton begins considering fire service options

A recent study of Ozaukee County fire departments concluded Grafton’s reliance on volunteers and paid-on-call fire and emergency services is no longer viable to meet the needs of the community.

“I feel our fire departments have evolved rapidly over the last five to 10 years, and our communities have failed to keep up with those changes,” Grafton Fire Chief Bill Rice said.

“I think (the study) is a step in the right direction. I also believe it displays the low per-capita spending on fire and EMS in our county, which is now affecting our ability to provide services.”