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New Hope Summary The district works mutually between neighboring districts under the multi - department response protocol. The two stations adequately serve the 5 mile accepted range. The property value is about $550,000,000. New Hope has two stations, #1 on Whitfield Road, and #2 on NC 86 South. With 50 to 60 volunteers, 25 to 30 are "active" and reliable. The report cites a map showing the personnel and stations, but does not appear on the document. More 800MHz radios are required. New Hope is close to 140, is intersected by State Highway 86, and has rail lines which can lead to accidents and exposure to hazardous materials. New Hope lacks a sufficient hydrant system. The age and capacity of vehicles and equipment are given with a total capacity of 4,000 gallons of water capable to reach structure fires, which meets standards. Station #2 needs renovations. New Hope has an increase in call volume but a decrease in tax revenue. Annexation by Chapel Hill and Carrboro will reduce revenues and effectiveness. The 9S ISO rating can be reduced by certification and documentation of water supply sources and by setting proper resources for responding to week daytime calls. New Hope needs increased assistance with administration. Issues Not Addressed: 1. Response times 2. Population 3. Level of risk 4. Adequacy of volunteers and staff 5. Population centers and projected growth areas 6. Any gaps affecting services and critical areas to be addressed 7. Any changes in the facility configuration 8. Countywide public education programs on public safety and being self sufficient in disasters 9. Identify the population in the unincorporated areas of Orange County served 10. Provide an estimated cost (operating and capital) of recommended solutions or alternative solutions proposed 11. How the county can involve Fire and Rescue Departments in processes and programs that affect operational issues 12. Identify countywide training facility need and specific training standards List of Original Needs a. Effectiveness, appropriateness, demand, and response capability: The district works mutually between neighboring districts under the multi - department response protocol. The two stations adequately serve the 5 mile accepted range. b. Strength of current configuration and operations: New Hope has two stations, on #1 Whitfield Road, and #2 on NC 86 South. Station #2 needs renovations. - r 11