An apparent unwillingness to provide proper funding to the Mountain Gate Volunteer Fire Department has prompted them to suspend operations. Saying their gear is inadequate and unsafe, the department has announced that they will not respond to any emergency calls for service until further notice. The notice posted Monday says the equipment volunteer crews have been using does not meet OSHA regulations. The issues have apparently been brought to the attention of the Mountain Gate Community Services District Board, whose next meeting is at 6PM Wednesday evening at 14508 Wonderland Boulevard.
-Steve Gibson