Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District

Protecting Neighbors

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2025-26 District Budget

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
LANDRUM AREA FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT
PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 OPERATING BUDGET

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission, the governing body of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District, to discuss the proposed operating budget for its fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.

The hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356. The regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will begin immediately following the budget public hearing.

The budget for the current fiscal year calls for revenues of $1,446,750.02 and expenditures of $1,421,878.45.

The proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026 calls for revenues of $1,374,531.23 and expenditures of $1,374,531.23.

Ad valorem property tax in the amount of 45.9 Mills for the Spartanburg County portion of the District and 45.9 Mills for the Greenville County portion of the District is expected for the Fire District to partially meet the operational needs for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. No millage increase is anticipated over the current year.

A copy of the proposed budget is on file in the office of the fire chief at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

In accordance with state law, notification for this public hearing was published in or will be published in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal on June 8th and 15th.

Commission Meeting — June 2, 2025

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission was moved from Monday, May 26 to Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

The meeting was moved due to the Memorial Day holiday.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
June 2, 2025  6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • April Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* –Items on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on April Financials
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
  • Old Business
    • Update on Future Expansion – Pinned Agenda Item
  • New Business
    • Fiscal Year 2026 Budget-First Reading
  • Public Comments* –Items Not on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on May 30, 2025 at 3:34 p.m.)

Commission Meeting — April 28, 2025

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
April 28, 2025  6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • February Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* –Items on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on February Financials
    • Consideration and Action on March Financials
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
    • Award Presentation
  • Old Business
    • Update on Future Expansion – Pinned Agenda Item
    • Consideration and Possible Action on Human Resource Services
  • New Business
    • Presentation of Audit
    • Consideration and Possible Action on Banking and Finances
    • Consideration and Possible Action on District Scholarship
  • Executive Session
    • Pursuant to Section 30-4-70(a)(2) for the discussion of negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements. – Professional Service Providers

**Upon returning to open session, the Commission may act on matters discussed in executive session.

  • Public Comments* –Items Not on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on April 25, 2025 at 8:53 p.m.)

Landrum Fire Receives 2024 “Fire Safe South Carolina” Community Designation

Landrum, S.C. — The Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District has once again been recognized as a “Fire Safe South Carolina” community, earning the 2024 designation alongside 206 other departments across the state. The recognition highlights the district’s ongoing efforts to reduce fire-related injuries and improve safety through education, prevention, and data-driven response.

The designation is awarded by Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) in partnership with state and national fire service organizations. It reflects a department’s commitment to community risk reduction, public outreach, and the collection of accurate data to help shape future safety strategies.

“Our team is proud to be recognized again as a Fire Safe SC community,” said Chief Warren Ashmore. “This honor reflects our department’s dedication to protecting lives and property — not just through emergency response, but by educating our residents and working to prevent emergencies before they happen.”

To earn the designation, departments must complete specific training, document public education efforts, and collaborate with local organizations to address risk factors in their communities. In 2024, statewide results showed remarkable progress: over 1.1 million South Carolinians were reached through fire and life safety initiatives—up 70% from the previous year.

“This recognition is a testament to the strong relationship between our firefighters and the community,” said Pam Hilsman, chair of the district commission. “We’re grateful for the support of our residents and proud of our firefighters who go above and beyond to serve Landrum with excellence and care.”

Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District will be formally honored at the Fire Safe SC Award Ceremony on June 13 during the 2025 Fire-Rescue Conference in Myrtle Beach.

For more information on the Fire Safe SC program and community risk reduction efforts, visit firesafe.sc.gov.

Commission Meeting — March 24, 2025

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
March 24, 2025  6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave. — Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • February Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* — Items on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on February Financials
  • Human Resources Presentation
    • Consideration and Possible Action on Human Resources Services
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
    • Award Presentation
  • Old Business
    • Update on Future Expansion – Pinned Agenda Item
    • Consideration and Possible Action on Strategic Plan
  • New Business
    • Presentation of Audit
  • Executive Session
    • Pursuant to Section 30-4-70(a)(2) for the discussion of negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements. – Service Procurement

**Upon returning to open session, the Commission may act on matters discussed in executive session.

  • Public Comments* –Items Not on the Agenda (30‐minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on March 21, 2025 at 5:10 p.m.)

We Believe…

Public safety should be government’s top priority.

The residents and businesses in our area deserve peace of mind knowing that help is always a phone call away.

Where We Are…

Landrum Area Fire & Rescue District
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-3101

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