General Statutes 58-84-1, 58-84-5, 58-84-10, 58-84-25, 58-84-30, 58-84-35 and 58-84-40 established the “Firemen’s Relief Fund”. The fund is based on a state tax that is applied to all premiums written on fire and lightning insurance policies covering property located within specific fire districts. These funds can be used to:
The primary purpose of the Board is to determine investment strategies for the fund and disbursements from the fund.
Two members are appointed by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, two by the North Carolina State Firefighters' Association, and one by the North Carolina Insurance Commissioner . Effective July 1, 2016, terms are eliminated (Revised G.S. 58-84-30(1), now to serve at the pleasure of the respective governing body until they resign and/or are reappointed.
Name | Title | Term Expires |
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Gary L Styers II | Staff | 3/10/2028 |
The Board meets upon the call of the Chairman, a majority of the members, or the Fire Administrator.