Fire and Emergency Services

The Reality

The safety of all Markham residents is a critical consideration for all levels of government.

The Challenge

The Markham Fire and Emergency Services budget accounts for almost 30% of property tax dollars collected. New communities are being designed for huge fire trucks, not people.

The Opportunity

Review City of Markham and York Region emergency services with a focus on maintaining or improving safety at a reduced cost.

Focus new development on the needs of people, rather than machines
Consider lifecycle replacement of fire trucks with smaller, more agile vehicles
Aim for better integration with other York Region fire services