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ments, that way the Bath fire hall could remain open and provide fire protection for that area. They would also receive assistance and support from the larger department.
• In order to become part of one of the fire tax districts, the township board would need to present signed petitions to the fire district for approval. It would then move to the county commissioners to give final approval.
• The Bath Township, like all communities in South Dakota, has to provide fire protection to its citizens.

• -Char Telkamp