Martinez Lake Fire District

11/01/2026

🎄🚒 MARTINEZ LAKE FIRE DISTRICT PROUDLY SUPPORTS TOYS FOR TOTS! 🎁🧸

Every Child Deserves a Little Christmas Magic! ❤️ The donation box is at the main station and ready to fill!

The mission of the Marine Toys for Tots Program is to bring the joy of Christmas and a message of hope to children in need through the gift of a new toy.

🎅 How Did Toys for Tots Begin?

The story began in 1947 when Marine Corps Reserve Major Bill Hendricks and his wife, Diane, wanted to make Christmas brighter for children who might otherwise go without.

Diane had handcrafted a doll and asked her husband to donate it to an organization that would give it to a child in need. When Bill discovered there wasn't a local organization dedicated to collecting and distributing toys, Diane encouraged him to start one.

That simple act of kindness inspired the very first Toys for Tots campaign in Los Angeles, where Marines collected and distributed approximately 5,000 toys to children that Christmas.

In 1948, the United States Marine Corps Reserve adopted the program, beginning a tradition of generosity that has continued for generations.

🇺🇸 DID YOU KNOW? Martinez Lake Fire District Proudly Supports Our Military Families!

Our commitment to those who serve extends far beyond the firehouse.

Martinez Lake Fire District proudly supports our nation's military, veterans, and their families through our focused efforts to recruit and hire veterans and military family members.

We are especially proud to recognize members of our own fire district family who share this connection to military service:

🇺🇸 Dan Goodwin — Fire Chief
United States Military Veteran

🇺🇸 Jodi Little — Administrator/Volunteer
Proud Veteran Spouse

🇺🇸 Richie Rubi — Firefighter/EMT
United States Military Veteran

🇺🇸 Will Koppelman — Firefighter
United States Military Veteran

🇺🇸 Jacob Goodwin — EMT/Volunteer
Proud Veteran Son

These individuals represent something very special to our district: a continued commitment to service. Whether through military service, supporting a military spouse, or answering the call to protect our local community, their dedication reflects the values upon which our fire district is built.

We recognize the dedication, discipline, sacrifice, and sense of service that military families bring to our community. Providing opportunities for those who have served, and the families who stand beside them, is one small way we can show our appreciation.

Supporting Toys for Tots is another meaningful way we can honor that commitment and stand alongside the United States Marine Corps in giving back to the communities we proudly serve. 🇺🇸❤️

🚒 Our Mission at Martinez Lake Fire District

At Martinez Lake Fire District, serving our community means more than responding to emergencies. It means looking after our neighbors, supporting families, and finding ways to make a positive difference in the lives of those around us.

This holiday season, we are proud to support the Toys for Tots mission and help spread a little Christmas magic throughout our community.

We believe that even the smallest act of kindness can make an extraordinary difference, especially in the heart of a child.

🎁 One Toy. One Smile. One Community Coming Together.

From our firehouse family to yours, thank you for helping us keep the spirit of giving alive.

🚒❤️ Martinez Lake Fire District — Proudly Serving Our Community, On and Off the Fireground.

10/31/2026

🎃🚒 Happy Halloween from Martinez Lake Fire District! 👻🔥

Before heading out for a night of tricks and treats, remember a few safety tips!

🎃 Be Seen! Wear bright costumes, carry flashlights, and use glow sticks.

👻 Stay Alert! Watch for trick-or-treaters, slow down, and drive carefully.

🍬 Check the Treats! Parents, inspect candy before the little goblins dig in!

🔥 Keep It Spooky, Not Smoky! Use battery-operated candles instead of open flames in your jack-o'-lanterns.

🐾 Protect Your Pets! Keep candy, decorations, and chocolate away from furry family members.

🚒 Remember: The only thing that should be scary tonight is your costume — not your safety!

Have a SPOOKTACULAR Halloween from all of us at Martinez Lake 🔥 District

09/15/2026

FYI, This "box" next to our station is for storage, NOT a garage dumpster, please STOP throwing trash and bags if dog p**p on top of it. The dumpsters are blue, and not at the fire station.

09/04/2026

07/06/2026

🚒 Now Accepting Nominations for the Martinez Lake Fire District Governing Board

The Martinez Lake Fire District is now accepting nominations for individuals interested in serving on the District's Governing Board. This is an opportunity to help guide the future of fire protection, emergency medical services, and public safety for the Martinez Lake community.

Positions to Be Filled in the November 2026 General Election

- Board President
- Secretary/Treasurer
- Board Member

Candidate Qualifications

In accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes governing fire district elections, candidates must:

✅ Be a qualified elector (registered voter) in the State of Arizona.
✅ Have resided within the Martinez Lake Fire District for at least one (1) year immediately preceding the election.
✅ Continue to meet these qualifications throughout their term of office.

Election Process

Individuals interested in serving on the Governing Board are encouraged to express their interest now. Prospective candidates should submit their name and a brief statement of interest to the Fire District.

As the November 2026 election approaches, qualified candidates will be required to complete the official nomination process administered through the Yuma County Elections Office. This includes filing the required candidate paperwork and nomination petitions within the statutory filing period established by Arizona law. Once the filing period closes, all qualified candidates will appear on the November 2026 General Election ballot, where registered voters residing within the Martinez Lake Fire District will elect the Board members.

The Martinez Lake Fire District will provide additional information regarding filing dates, nomination petition requirements, and election deadlines as they become available.

How to Express Your Interest

If you are interested in serving your community and would like to be considered for nomination, please email the following information to:

[email protected]

Please include:

- Your full name
- Contact information
- A brief summary of your background
- Why you are interested in serving on the Martinez Lake Fire District Governing Board

Serving on the Governing Board is an important public service. Board members provide oversight of district finances, establish district policies, support long-range planning, and help ensure the Fire District continues to provide exceptional emergency services to our residents and visitors.

Thank you for your interest in serving the Martinez Lake community.

Strong leadership begins with dedicated citizens. We encourage qualified residents to step forward and help shape the future of the Martinez Lake Fire District.

07/02/2026

🚤🇺🇸 That awkward moment...

You’re ready for the water—boat hooked up, cooler packed, friends hyped—then 🚨 you’re told you don’t have enough flotation devices.

Don’t let that ruin your day!

Thanks to a generous donation from Mike Lutz, the Martinez Lake Fire District has U.S. Coast Guard-approved throwable flotation devices available to borrow for the holiday weekend.

Stop by the Main Station, grab what you need, enjoy your day, and return it after.

Stay safe—and let only your fishing line sink. 🎣😉

🇺🇸 Have a safe and fun Fourth of July!