LLANO COUNTY, TX - Llano County Emergency Services District #3 (ESD#3) is asking local voters to approve Proposition A, which would allow the district to levy up to $0.10 per $100 property valuation, bringing it in line with other emergency service districts across Texas.
The roots of ESD#3 date back to January 15, 2000, when voters first approved the creation of Rural Fire District #2 (RFD#2) by a margin of 78 to 39. This decision established a taxing entity with a maximum rate of $0.03 per $100 valuation to fund local fire protection. In 2003, the State of Texas reclassified all rural fire districts as emergency services districts, automatically changing the name to ESD#3. However, the change in designation did not automatically convey all the benefits associated with a full ESD status.
Today, ESD#3 operates under the direction of a five-person board appointed by the Llano County Commissioners Court. All board members reside within the ESD #3 service area and are known for their conservative fiscal approach and dedication to community service. The board oversees all spending decisions and maintains full transparency through public budget and tax rate meetings.
