How Well Do You Know Your Fire District?

Who is Paul's special guest at tonight's kickoff event?*
- His wife, Sherry (as long as it's not windy!)
- His sister, Connie
- George Washington
- Maxwell, his three-legged rescue dog.
How is the Iona McGregor Fire District primarily funded?*
- Florida sales tax
- Federal grants
- Ad valorem (property) taxes
- Fire inspection fees
How many fire stations serve the Iona McGregor Fire District?*
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
What happened to Paul's Hurricane Ian-damaged home before it was demolished?*
- It became a temporary fire station.
- It was donated to Habitat for Humanity.
- Firefighters used it for realistic rescue and training exercises.
- It became a storage facility.
Which issue is especially important to Paul?*
- Historic fire stations and classic cars
- Fire safety education in the community
- Fire apparatus design and technology
- Supporting firefighters and veterans, including mental health and PTSD awareness.
Which simple action can help slow the spread of smoke and heat while you sleep?*
- Sleep with a fan running.
- Leave your bedroom door open.
- Keep a window slightly open.
- Sleep with your bedroom door closed.
The Iona McGregor Fire District is one of just 313 accredited fire agencies worldwide. What does this accreditation recognize?*
- Excellence in leadership, training, emergency response, and continuous improvement.
- The largest fire department budget.
- The oldest fire stations.
- The most firefighters.
Who is responsible for hiring the Fire Chief of the Iona McGregor Fire District?*
- Lee County Commissioners
- The firefighters
- The Governor of Florida
- The Board of Fire Commissioners
Which free service is available to residents at every Iona McGregor Fire Station?*
- Passport photos
- Pet licensing
- Sharps container disposal
- Driver's license renewals
The Iona McGregor Fire District protects more than homes and businesses. It is also responsible for protecting over 20 miles of...*
- Beaches
- Bike paths
- Shoreline and canals
- Nature trails
Approximately how much will the district's new aerial platform fire truck cost?*
- $750,000
- $1.2 million
- $2.23 million
- $4.5 million
Which best describes the role of the Fire Commission?*
- Responding to emergency calls.
- Conducting fire inspections.
- Providing leadership, financial oversight, policy direction, and long-term planning for the district.
- Driving ambulances.
The district's ceremonial Honor Guard is made up of firefighters and...*
- Professional athletes
- Local teachers
- Military veterans and an active-duty National Guard member
- Police explorers
How often should your family practice a home fire escape plan?*
- Never
- Once every five years
- At least twice a year
- Only after moving
HB 4013 is legislation that would allow voters to decide whether to merge which two fire districts?*
- Iona McGregor Fire District and Fort Myers Beach Fire District
- Iona McGregor Fire District and Lee County EMS
- Fort Myers Beach Fire District and San Carlos Fire District
- Iona McGregor Fire District and North Fort Myers Fire District
One of the Fire Commission's most important responsibilities is planning for the future. Why is long-range planning important?*
- It schedules firefighters' daily shifts.
- It helps ensure the district has the personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to serve a growing community.
- It approves residential building permits.
- It maintains neighborhood roads.
Which statement best reflects Paul's approach to serving as Fire Commissioner?*
- Spend whatever it takes.
- Focus only on emergency response.
- Let others make the financial decisions.
- Provide excellent fire protection while being a good steward of taxpayer dollars.
The Iona McGregor Board of Fire Commissioners work for...*
- The Fire Chief
- The firefighters
- The Fire District
- You—the taxpayers.
What type of government is the Iona McGregor Fire District?*
- A department of Lee County
- A city department
- An independent special fire control district
- A private nonprofit
Tonight's trivia is modeled after which Drew Carey TV show, where there are no prizes, the points don't matter, and there are no winners?*
- The Drew Carey Show
- Family Feud
- Whose Line Is It Anyway?
- Let's Make a Deal
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