The Westmere Fire District is a governmental entity formed under the laws of the State of New York.  It is governed by a board of five commissioners, each of whom serves a five year term.  One commissioner is elected every year.

The district lies within the eastern portion of the town of Guilderland.  It covers one of the most densely populated parts of the town, including Crossgates Mall and a large part Western Avenue which is home to many commercial establishments. 

View Westmere Fire District in a larger map.  Data source:  County of Albany.  Please note that this map omits properties along State Route 155 which are actually in the District according to the maps filed and certified by the Town of Guilderland.  The exact boundaries are descirbed in Guilderland Town Board Resolution 265 dated November 6, 2003.

 The district owns and operates the fire house, various fire apparatus and all the equipment used by the Westmere Fire Department.  An annual budget is approved by the commissioners and taxes are levied based on the budget. 

The Westmere Fire Department is a separate entity from the district.  Please see the Westmere Fire Department information page.

UPCOMING MEETINGS (all meetings start at 6:30 and are held at 1732 Western Avenue unless otherwise noted)

• November 1, 2011 (Note:  This meeting replaces the 11/14/2011 meeting.)
• November 9, 2011 (Note:  This meeting follows the monthly meeting of the Westmere Fire Department at 1741 Western Avenue.)
• November 16, 2011 (Note:  This meeting replaces the 11/24/2011 meeting.)

PAST MEETINGS AND MINUTES

• October 18, 2011 - Annual Budget Hearing