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MERRAG! (pronounced Mirage) is a network of trained volunteers who work and live in the Montecito area. Members are prepared to respond to a community disaster during the critical first 72 hours following an event. Since 1987, the mutual “self-help” organization has been serving Montecito’s 13,000 residents with the guidance and support of the Montecito Fire, Water and Sanitary Districts.

Find out more about MERRAG and how you can help yourself help MERRAG.

Mission Statement

The Montecito Fire Protection District is a progressive organization committed to the protection of the people, property, and the environment. We exist to provide a professional and timely response to the needs of the community in preparation for, during, and in recovery from emergencies.

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Montecito Fire Protection District

The Montecito Fire Protection District Draft Station 3 Property Site Identification Study is now available for review.

Click here for a copy of the study in .pdf format. (Note that the file is very large and may take some time to download)

Printed copies are available at Montecito Fire Headquarters: 595 San Ysidro Road, Santa Barbara

A Public Workshop was held on May 27, 2008 at 6:00 pm. to discuss the results and review the recommendations of the Draft Station 3 Site Identification Study.

The next Public Workshop is tentatively scheduled for August 18,2008 at 6:00 pm.

Comments and concerns can be emailed to Dan Gira, AMEC, Earth and Environmental

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