There are many factors that affect demand for service.  The size of the resident population and non-resident population are the most significant components.  Non-resident population refers to people who are in the area for work or leisure activities; workers at local businesses, patrons of local businesses, visitors at churches and schools.  Liberty township includes the Town of Clayton, Cartersburg, Belleville and Hazelwood communities.  In addition, it includes all of the warehouse district around I-70 and SR 39.  Other factors that affect the demand for service; traffic( I-70, US40, and SR 39), housing developments, and cultural changes (people call 911 more often). 

Records are kept on every single incident.  There is several years of detailed data available.  These numbers represent the number of incidents in Liberty Township and the incidents in neighboring communities which we assisted the local agency with fire, EMS or Rescue service.  As of the day of this article 8/14/2026, we have responded to 758 incidents since January 1st.  At this pace, it is likely to reach 1230 responses for the calendar year 2026. 

Historical Response Data
2025 - 1122
2024 - 1032
2023 - 831  (ALS/Paramedic service restored)
2022 - 753
2021 - 665
2020 - 679 
2019 - 745  (ALS/Paramedic service suspended due to funding)
2018 - 738
2015 - 659
2010 - 663
2005 - 486
2000 - 391