Tri-Lakes Volunteer Fire Department

06/16/2026

High temps and high winds bring strong fire growth potential to the area.

Please avoid activities that could start a fire as any start will be difficult for crews to contain.

06/05/2026

Hey Helena High, Capitol High, and East Helena High Class of 2026

Big congrats, you made it 🎉 As you head out to celebrate with your crew and family, just keep it smart and look out for each other. Make good choices and make sure everyone gets home safe. 🙌

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05/23/2026

Memorial Day weekend is more than just burgers, beer, and the first weekend out on the lake; Memorial Day is a day of reflection. This weekend, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our way of life.

If you are drinking this weekend, please don't drive. Find a sober ride.

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05/03/2026

Trustee Meeting Agenda

May 5, 2026 at 7:00 pm - 3200 Spokane Creek Road



Public comment in accordance with §2-3-103, MCA



Minutes from previous meeting(s):

Glenn Henderson



Treasurer’s report:

Sarah Diehl -



Chief’s Report:

Marc Weniger –



Old business:

Colorado Timberwolf Truck Update -

Sale of 6801 Update – Develop a plan for replacement.

Sale of 6825 spare engine. – Update.

Sale of 6832 - Update

DNRC 50/50 Grant – Awarded. Status on reimbursement.

DNRC 90/10 Grant – Update/discussion

Fee Increase – Plan and start process of fee increase.

DOD Chassis discussion – Build and sell stake beds.

InterCap Loan – Status of Final Draw?

Storage Unit Water Supply – Power responsibility discussion





New business:

Incident Reviews:

Review unusual Medical & Fire incidents. – Marc Weniger



Equipment:

Repairs required:

Purchases necessary:

Station 2 Generator – Waiting on a quote.

Ratify Purchase of new 6801 and trade in of old 6801. Brian Larson worked with Lithia Chevrolet for a 2026 Silverado ½ ton pickup truck and trade in of old Ram 1500. Purchase price after rebates and trade-in, $35,400.



General:

Subdivision Updates –

Current Personnel Issues –



Other New Business Not Listed:

05/01/2026

Thanks to the campers at Black Sandy Campground last night for calling in the brush fire on Dana's Point. We found an 11 acre-ish fire burning in grasses that we were able to stop before it got into taller fuels and junipers.

There is not a lot of moisture in the soil as we continue on with our warm, dry and windy Spring. Conditions only deteriorate the longer we go without sustained precipitation.

04/22/2026

We'd like to thank the The Friendship Center for training our medical responders last night.

Our community is lucky to have such a valuable community partner dedicated to advocating for those experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault and/or stalking in Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, or Jefferson Counties.

The mission of The Friendship Center is to be a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking and to empower our community to flourish in relationships free from violence.

04/21/2026

Weather will be quite warm today. IF you choose to burn, please know that strong winds are expected within the next 24 hours. Any burns need to be out cold. Even accidents can leave you with the bill if a burn you thought you had extinguished leaves your property.

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04/09/2026

Heavy smokefrom the forest service controlled burn is drifting into our district.