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Fire District Dissolution
Irondequoit’s Sea Breeze Fire District is dissolving after more than a century, and fire coverage is being reshuffled. If you live in that part of town, the big question is whether crews still get there as fast.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 30, 2026
HighPublic Safety
Police Officer Candidate Disqualifications and Appeals
The commission met in executive session to evaluate recommendations from the police department to disqualify 15 prospective police officer candidates.
7 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 22, 2026
HighPublic Safety
Fire Engine Replacements
The city is borrowing over $2.1 million to buy replacement fire engines for the South Avenue and Emerson Street firehouses, ensuring firefighters have reliable equipment.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026