Rural fire department sues Fargo, claims city illegally annexed territory

A dispute over boundaries, taxes, and fire protection is heading to court in Cass County. Southern Valley Fire and Rescue has filed suit against Fargo and Cass County, alleging the city illegally annexed land on its south side and redirected millions in tax revenue away from the rural fire district. The case centers on who has authority to serve rapidly developing areas near 52nd Avenue South—and who should collect the taxes that come with that growth. Fargo says it will vigorously defend its actions. April Baumgarten with InForum has the full story.

April Baumgarten

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