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1. Who do I call if I have billing questions?

Contact our billing company, Change Healthcare at 855-626-9660. M - F 7am to 7 pm.

2. How do I schedule an inspection for my business?

You will need to call Planning and Zoning at the Government Center. For questions please call 903-654-4870.

3. How do I schedule an inspection for my residence, for foster care purposes?

You will need to go to Planning and Zoning at the Government Center, For questions please call 903-654-4870.

$25.00 City, $50.00 County

4. Who do I contact for certificate of occupancy?

You will need to call Planning and Zoning at the Government Center. 

For questions please call 903-654-4870. $100.00

5. Who do I call to get the requirements for new construction?

You will need to call Planning and Zoning at the Government Center.

For questions please call 903-654-4870.

6. Who do I contact about Corsicana EMS Subscription Program coverage questions?

Corsicana Fire Administration 093-654-4956 Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm.

7. How do I sign up for the Corsicana EMS Subscription program?

Applications can be found:

www.cityofcorsicana.com/Fire

Corsicana Public Library

Navarro County Courthouse

Area Water Departments

8. How do I sign up for the Everbridge Weather Alert Notification System?

Everbridge Sign up page

9. What are the hours of Corsicana Fire Administration?

Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm

10. How do I obtain information about the Yellow Dot program?

Yellow Dot Kits are available at the following locations:

Corsicana Fire Administration

Lotts Physical Therapy

Corsicana Rotary Club

11. Why do I hear sirens at the beginning of each month?

The first Wednesday of each month around 1:00 pm we test the early inclement weather warning sirens that are located through-out the city to ensure they are working properly. 

12. How do I obtain information about Air Ambulance Services?

You may pick up flyers for our local air ambulance services at Corsicana Fire Administration, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.

13. Do I need to show my Corsicana EMS subscription card to the paramedics?

It is not necessary to show your card. We have a data base that is compared to the names of people that are transported. Please be sure to give the paramedic your legal name. Please do not use nick names. 

14. Does the Fire Department provide car seats?

The Fire Department no longer provides car seats. You can contact the following to see if they have any available:

Navarro County Extension Office

3003 W. 3rd Ave., Suite 305

 Corsicana, TX 75110

903-654-3075

15. Will I get a new Corsicana EMS subscription card every year?

The cards that were provided to you do not have expiration dates; you should keep them as long as you are a subscriber. 

16. Where do I obtian a detailed EMS statement for services that were provided?

Contact our billing company, Change Healthcare at 855-626-9660 7am to 7 pm cst.

17. Where do I mail my payment for my EMS payment?

City of Corsicana

P.O. Box 732664

Dallas, TX 75373-2664

18. Who do I contact to set up a program at my school or at the fire station for a group of kids or young adults?

You may e-mail our Fire Prevention Captain, Heath Butaud, for Public Education or you can call 903-654-4963.

19. Does the fire department provide educational programs for businesses, schoold, nursing homes?

You may e-mail our Fire Prevention Captain, Heath Butaud, for Public Education or you can call 903-654-4963.

20. Are fireworks allowed in the City of Corsicana?

Fireworks cannot be sold, bought, or ignited within the City of Corsicana

Exception: Pyrotechnic shows require a Fireworks Permit which is issued by the State Fire Marshals office and approved by the City of Corsicana's Fire Marshal.

21. How do I dispose of syringes/needles safely?

Place needles and syringes in a hard plastic or metal container (must not be see through) with a tightly secured lid. (The container should be labeled “Syringes,”
“Sharps,” or “Needles.”)
• Keep the container out of the reach of children and pets.
• When the container is full, seal and reinforce its lid with heavy-duty tape.
• Dispose of the sealed container in the household trash.

22. When I am driving, what am I supposed to do when a firetruck or other emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and siren on?

If a firetruck or other emergency vehicle is behind you or coming towards you with their lights and siren on, you should pull your vehicle to the right side of the road and stop. If you are unable to safely pull over (due to other traffic, etc) STOP and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle passes your location. Many times, precious seconds are spent trying to maneuver a large firetruck through unyielding traffic.                                                                        

Click here for Navarro County Burn Ban Information

23. Why is my smoke detector beeping every few minutes?

It is most likely that the battery needs to be changed. According to the National Fire Protection Agency, it is a good idea to change the battery at least twice a year. The entire smoke alarm unit needs to be changed out every eight to 10 years. You should test your smoke detector at least once a month.

24. How do I obtain a copy of a fire report?

Contact Corsicana Fire Department Administration at 903-654-4956. You will need to complete an open records request form. Bring a copy of your Drivers License or ID. Each report cost $2.00.

25. How can I obtain a copy of my medical report related to the time I was transported by ambulance?

Personal reports can be obtained at our Administration office, 200 N 12th St., Corsicana, TX. 75110

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