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2 <br /> insurance savings available by improving individual departments' ISO ratings". <br /> Numerous Fire Departments have lowered their ISO ratings and others are pursing this <br /> goal. The Fire Departments would like to discuss this goal, the progress made to date <br /> and provide the Board the opportunity to provide feedback and determine any next steps. <br /> 3. Fire Protection Agreements Between Fire Departments and the County <br /> The Orange County Board of Commissioners has a long-term partnership with the <br /> County fire departments and rescue services as evidenced by the attached contracts, <br /> most of which were originated in 1992. Most of these existing fire protection contracts <br /> automatically renew for a one-year term each fiscal year. The Chief's Association's <br /> Strategic Plan encourages the initiation of new fire-year fire protection contracts in order <br /> to ensure sustainable services. <br /> On June 5, 2012 the Board approved a recommendation from the Emergency Services <br /> Workgroup to proceed with the development of New Fire Protection Contracts with the <br /> North Chatham Fire Department, the Town of Carrboro, and the Town of Chapel Hill for <br /> implementation by July 1, 2013. The Emergency Services Workgroup is currently <br /> defining potential new fire service areas in the Southern Triangle and South Orange Fire <br /> District's to improve fire protections and ISO ratings. The County Attorney's office is <br /> beginning the process of drafting new fire protection contracts. This presents an <br /> opportunity to review national standards and establish local standards and best practices <br /> that could be incorporated into a new contract. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with discussing the items noted <br /> above. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss the "Strategic <br /> Plan for the Provision of Emergency Services", Insurance Service Office (ISO) Ratings, and Fire <br /> Protection Agreements with representatives from the volunteer fire departments, provide <br /> feedback, and determine any next steps. <br />