Independence
Fire District
About the District
The Independence Fire District was established in 1979 under KRS 75 and annexed the city limits of Independence and the surrounding areas in 1991. The Fire District covers 43 square miles with a population of nearly 50,000 people.
About the District Board
The District Board is a seven person board that has the power to operate the Fire Department and levy tax upon the property in the Fire District. The Kenton County Judge Executive appoints three board members that serve a three year term. Two board members are elected by property owners in the Fire District and two are elected by the Fire Department membership. All elected member terms are four years. KRS 75 allows a fire district which serves as the primary ambulance service to set their tax rates to no higher than 20 cents for every $100. District Board meetings are open to the public and are held at Station 1 on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm.
Board Members
Steve Martin
Attorney
Richard Messingschlager
Board Trustee
Term Expires 2026
Appointed by Judge Executive
Dan Richman
Board Trustee Term Expires 2025
Elected by Membership
William Eggleston
Board Chair Term Expires 2024
Elected by Property Owners
Arthur Anderson
Board Trustee Term Expires 2024
Appointed by Judge Executive
Pat Cook
Board Treasurer Term Expires 2025
Appointed by Judge Executive
Jason Stewart
Board Trustee Term Expires 2026
Elected by Property Owners
Adam Wilson
Board Secretary Term Expires 2027
Elected by Membership