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Rural Fire Service
The City of Stillwater Rural Fire Service Contract is available for property owners or rural residents who are situated within ten miles from a Stillwater fire station and not within the coverage area of another fire department.
We encourage those outside the Stillwater city limits to evaluate your current insurance coverage and consider participating in the Rural Fire Service Program to ensure you are adequately protected in the event of an emergency.
Key Features
- The annual fee for the Rural Fire Service Contract is $200.
- If you have a Rural Fire Service Contract, the maximum fee for an emergency response is capped at $2,000 per incident.
- View the Rural Fire Coverage Zone Map at the bottom of this page. If you live within the blue zone, you may be eligible for our Rural Fire Service.
2026 Rural Fire Service Contract
The 2025 rural fire service form is available until December 31, 2025. A link to the online form and the printable document can be found at the bottom of this page.
Have Questions?
Explore the FAQs below or contact us for further assistance. Finally, see the rural fire service zone map at the bottom of the page to see if you may be eligible for our Rural Fire Service.
- How much does rural fire service cost?
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As of January 1, 2025, the Rural Fire Service contract fee is $200 per calendar year.
- Is the fee prorated?
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No. The contract runs January 1 to December 31.
- Will I be reminded to renew my contract each year?
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Yes, renewals will be mailed out at the beginning of December. We will also send an email to those who completed the online form.
- How many contracts do I need if a road or intersection splits my property?
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One. Property is contiguous or adjacent parcel of land held under a common ownership or leasehold.
- What is the benefit of having a Rural Fire Service Contract?
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Fees will not exceed $2,000 per incident for contracted properties. When a property is not covered under a Rural Fire Service Contract, a minimum charge of $500 applies and there is no limit on the maximum fire charges.
- How do I sign up?
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Complete the Rural Fire Service Contract online or in person, and pay the associated fee. To pay by check, return the completed contract to the fire department administration office at 1510 S Main Street. To pay with cash, return the completed contract to city hall at 723 S Lewis Street. For a link to the online form or to download the printable form (PDF), visit the rural fire page.
- Is the contract transferable to successor property owners or lessees?
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Yes.
- Why did the rate increase in 2025?
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Stillwater City Council approved Resolution CC-2024-29 on September 23, 2024, adopting a revised rate schedule for fire service charges. The revised charges are effective January 1, 2025. Also on September 23, City Council advanced Ordinance No. 3545 to second read. Ordinance No. 3545 increases the annual contract fee for the Rural Fire Service Contract from $100 to $200 per year. The ordinance also designates that fees collected are to be utilized to support operations of the Fire Department. Ordinance No. 3545 was adopted on October 7, 2024.
Rural Fire Zone
If you live within the blue zone, you may be eligible for our Rural Fire Service. Contact the SFD Administration Office at (405) 742-8308 for more information.