The Bartlett Fire Protection District is hosting "Coffee with the Fire Chief" to provide information on the upcoming referendum. Residents of the fire district will have the opportunity to ask questions about the referendum, exchange ideas, offer feedback and participate in "community-building."

The fire district is a separate organization and taxing body from the Village of Bartlett and relies on property taxes to fund its operations. The district responds to more than 4,000 calls for help each year and operates out of three strategically located fire stations covering more than 25 square miles. According to the district, since 2009, its total revenue has increased a total of 3% while calls for help have gone up 15%.

If you would like to ask questions, discuss concerns, offer comments or suggestions or just have a chance to meet Bartlett Fire Protection District Chief Mike Falese, please come to this event.