Did you know that 28,000 people live in unincorporated areas of Kaufman county just outside the boundaries of Forney? That’s about 4,000 more residents than live within the Forney city limits. These families reside in various subdivisions like Windmill Farms, Devonshire and Travis Ranch, as well as on the larger lots and acreage in rural areas, with some being passed down for generations.

Most of these families worship in churches, participate in youth sports, shop and dine in Forney. And, with just a few exceptions, their children attend the highly-rated Forney Independent School District.

While the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Department and County Constables help protect families from crime in these unincorporated areas, fire and emergency services are provided through the Kaufman County Emergency Services District #6 (ESD #6). A map of the service boundaries for the ESD#6 is provided below.

Prior to the formation of ESD#6, the families living in the rural areas of Kaufman County were served by a small, volunteer fire department. Due to our population growth, ESD #6 was approved in 2001 by voters of the unincorporated areas outside of Forney and is funded by property taxes, the same way city residents pay for their emergency services. 

ESD #6 is a state-approved governmental entity – managed by five members of a Board of Commissioners that serve two year terms – and are appointed by the County Commissioners. ESD#6 contracts with the Forney Fire Department to handle fire response services, as well as critical response for automotive accidents, critical incidents on ranches, and other emergencies. ESD #6 also works with the Forney 911 system to provide quick response during medical emergencies. 

Kaufman County ESD #6 plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and a high quality of life for families living outside of Forney. ESD#6 also helps keep home and business insurance low by providing fire, emergency and 911 services by full-time, well-trained professionals.

If you have questions about ESD#6, or would like to discuss safety concerns in your part of Kaufman County, please contact us at ewilson@kcesd6.net.

 Map of Kaufman County Emergency Services District #6

If you live in the blue areas, you can vote in the Kaufman County ESD #6 referendum election.