Budget on Fire: Tucson City Council Considers Eliminating Two Fire Stations to Help Balance Budget

Budget on fire: Tucson City Council considers eliminating two fire stations to help balance budget

As the City of Tucson looks ahead to fiscal year 2027, officials are grappling with a projected $16.8 million budget deficit, prompting difficult conversations about potential cuts including the possible closure of two fire stations.During a City Council study session Tuesday, leaders discussed a range of cost-saving measures, including a proposal to shut down Fire Stations 3 and 6. Station 3 is located near the University of Arizona, while Stat…

Tucson Fire Department facing possible cuts, station closures

As the city works to finalize its budget and deal with a deficit, the Tucson Fire Department could be forced to close two of its stations.