A Special Referendum for qualified voters of the Barnard Fire District will take place at 3084 Dewey Avenue, Rochester, New York, on May 18, 2026. Polls will open at 5:00 p.m. and remain open until 9:00 p.m. The referendum will allow voters to decide on the following proposition:

Proposition #1 involves the approval of a resolution by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Barnard Fire District. ... (Full Story)

Recently there were significant concerns posted to numerous Facebook Groups concerning signs posted on Barnard Fire Department Property at 410 Maiden Lane commonly referred to as Barnard Park.

To clarify to all concerned Barnard Park has been owned by the Barnard Fire Department since October 1975. The property was purchased adjacent to the Barnard Exempt Fireman’s Association to create parking spaces ... (Full Story & Photos)

International Fire Fighters Day, is observed on May 4th to honor the courage, dedication and sacrifices of fire fighters worldwide. This day commemorates those who have died in the line of duty, supports their familes, and gives thanks to the active fire fighters protecting our communities.

State Fire Administrator James Cable said, “This weekend is a solemn one — one we spend remembering our ... (Full Story & Photos)

Barnard Fire Fighters checking our wildland brush equipment. The weather has been great this week, however conditions for fires are increasing.
A reminder from our County Fire Coordinator and the NYS DEC:

The 2026 New York State DEC annual burn ban is in effect from March 16 through May 14, 2026. This statewide ban prohibits the burning of residential brush, sticks, and leaves to reduce wildfire ... (Full Story & Photos)

February is recognized as American Heart Association "Save A Heart Month."

Community Risk Reduction teams from fire districts throughout Monroe County have joined with the County of Monroe to create and share important life-saving messages. The County Communications Department and Doctor Cushman played key roles in producing the video linked below.

We encourage everyone to watch the video and ... (Full Story & Photos)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 13, 2026
Barnard Fire District

Barnard Fire District Responds to the Residential Structure Fire;

At approximately 22:45 hours on January 12, 2026, the Barnard Fire District was dispatched to 49 Brayton Road in the Town of Greece, for the report of a house on fire in a two-story, two-family residence. Crews arrived on scene within three minutes, at 22:48 hours, and observed ... (Full Story & Photos)

On January 12th, 2026 Norm Gerhard took the oath of office for another 5 year term as a District Commissioner. Norm is starting his 22nd year with the District! ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last month was Fire Prevention Week. The Barnard Fire District held our annual "Win A Ride on a Fire Truck Contest". Area students were asked to make a home fire escape plan and practice their plan with their family. One lucky student from each of our area schools was selected as a contest winner. This year's contest winner for English Village School was kindergarten student, Jayde Stemmer. Here ... (Full Story & Photos)