Keep Round Rock Safe with Stronger Fire and Emergency Response Standards
A petition is currently circulating to place a safety measure on the May 2026 ballot. Here’s what it means for you, your family, and our community.

What This Measure Does
1. Guarantees Safety: Every fire engine and ladder truck will always have at least 4 firefighters riding them, bringing them up to minimum National Standards.
2. Faster Response Times: Emergency calls will be answered more quickly, and your firefighters will arrive at your door within 4–6 minutes, adhering to minimum national safety standards.
3. Locked Into the City Charter: Once approved, the standard will be written into the City Charter. Any future changes would require voter approval, ensuring clear and stable safety expectations for Round Rock residents.

When You’ll See the Benefits
1. 2027: Ladder trucks and quints (multi-purpose fire trucks) will operate with 4 firefighters.
2. 2029: Specialty units (hazmat, rescue, wildland) will operate with 4 firefighters.
3. 2031: All fire engines and trucks in Round Rock will operate with 4 firefighters.
4. 2033–2037: Emergency response times will phase in until 90% of calls meet the minimum national standard.
Why This Matters
1. Seconds Save Lives. A fire can double in size every minute. A heart attack victim’s survival rate drops fast when help is delayed.
2. National Standards. This measure adopts NFPA 1710, the minimum standard for fire department crew sizes and response times.
3. Community Accountability. Independent reviews and citizen enforcement ensure your safety can’t be compromised.
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Take Action
Firefighters are out in the community asking neighbors to sign this petition so you can control your safety, not politicians.
Together, we can make sure the families and businesses of Round Rock have the highest level of fire and EMS protection that our community deserves and expects.
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