HISTORY

Oracle Fire District . . .
serving Oracle since 1966

The Oracle Volunteer Fire District was formed in 1966 by 15 local citizens who became the town's first group of firefighters. The original fire station is located at 1010 Mt. Lemmon Highway and is still used as a garage and storage area for some of the older fire engines.

In 1976, a new station was built at 1475 W. American Ave. and named Drake Station in honor of the Architect, Cecil Drake. Don Hartman was the fire chief for nearly 30 years until his retirement. The current Fire Chief is Albert Ortiz. Chief Ortiz was elected by the citizens of Oracle in 2000, for a four year term. He was re-elected in 2004 for another four year term and will run again in 2008.

A building addition, including new offices and sleeping quarters were added to Station One in 2005. The name "Drake Station" has been changed to "Station One." However, in keeping our history alive, the Drake shield was reinstalled on the front of the new addition. The vacant lot next door was recently purchased and plans to build a training center are being explored.