Santa Cruz County Central Fire District Overview

Central Fire District serves the communities of Aptos, Capitola, La Selva Beach, Live Oak, Rio Del Mar, and Soquel. The resident population is approximately 90,500, with a seasonal influx during the summer, and covers an area of 55 square miles. The District responds to requests for service for fire, water rescue, emergency medical services, hazardous materials calls, and assorted alarms. 

The District operates seven fire stations, an Administrative Office & Community Risk Reduction Division, Training Division and Fleet Services Facility. The District has several robust program areas including Community Risk Reduction, Community Education, Emergency Medical Services, Water Rescue, Fire Investigation, Hazardous Materials, Urban Search and Rescue, and Training. 

Central Fire District has a publicly elected Board of Directors consisting of five members who are elected to four year, staggered terms.