KUMA Coffee Hour host Dan Thesman sits down with Pendleton Fire and Ambulance Chief Tony Pierotti to discuss the department's future following the recent rejection of the proposed emergency services levy. Chief Pierotti breaks down how the department plans to manage high-priority emergency calls with its current finite resources, tackle potential staff burnout, and navigate geographic disparities in response times. Additionally, get vital updates on the long-awaited renovations at Station 2, including temporary crew quarters and code enforcement adjustments, alongside the department's preparations for the upcoming wildfire season.