Jupiter leaders move forward with new assessment fee for fire rescue funding

JUPITER, Fla (CBS12) — With Jupiter set to launch its own fire rescue department on October 1, town leaders are taking a major step in deciding how to pay for it.

After weighing multiple options, council members agreed to move forward with a plan that includes a non-ad valorem assessment, a per-property fee, as part of the department’s funding.

The new Jupiter Fire Rescue Department is expected to cost about $25 million per year…

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