(The Center Square) – Martin County officials say a proposed statewide property tax amendment could force the closure of three fire stations or the elimination of 116 firefighter positions by 2028.
Martin County’s Emergency Services stands to lose $16.5 million if voters pass the property tax relief proposal in November.
A fiscal impact briefing prepared for the Martin County Board of Commissioners shows emergency services would lose $9.5 million during the first year and an additional $7 million the next year…