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Banks Fire District News:

MARCH BOARD MEETING

Friday, March 3, 2023

Banks Fire District will be holding the March Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at our Hornshuh Creek Station 14 at 6:00 pm.

Board of Directors Meetings

Tuesday, April 02, 2019

The Banks Fire District Board of Directors Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Banks Station, 13430 NW Main Street, Banks, Oregon. For a copy of the current agenda please click on the Resources tab and then select Board Meeting Agenda.

Want to volunteer for Banks Fire District?

Monday, April 17, 2017

If you are interested in volunteering for Banks Fire District and serving your community click on the Resource tab. Take a look at the various applications and the FAQ's. Banks Fire District is very proud of it's volunteer history. We currently have a strong volunteer force and are always looking for new volunteers. If questions call the administrative office; 503-324-6262.

Address Markers

Monday, February 08, 2016

Help us help you by posting an address marker at the entrance of your residential property. Address markers can be ordered through the Banks Fire District Administration Office, 13430 NW Main Street, Banks or by calling 503-324-6262.

Established in 1954, Banks Fire District #13 provides fire and rescue services to 136 square miles in northwest Washington County, Oregon, serving the communities of Banks, Buxton and Timber. This region, known for its scenic beauty and moderate climate, is mainly rural with close ties to the Portland metro area. Sixty highly trained volunteers respond to more than 750 calls annually, ranging from cardiac emergencies to wild-land fires.

The Banks, Buxton and Timber communities are communities that have always enjoyed tremendous citizen involvement. Whether it's volunteers keeping the summer sports going or taking care of the food bank, the Banks, Buxton and Timber community members know the importance of giving back to the community. Because of this culture of giving Banks Fire District continues to provide emergency service with a committed, highly trained volunteer and paid firefighter force. Our staff not only provides a tremendous value to the taxpayers but care greatly about protecting the area they live in.

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