Following back-to-back devasting brush fires in Cave Creek over the summer, the town has taken a big step towards addressing the lack of fire service in the town. The town council voted unanimously to approve an intergovernmental agreement with the city of Scottsdale, which focused on exploring options to create a firefighting strategy and establish modern day fire services. Scottsdale agreed to loan Deputy Fire Chief Jim Ford to Cave Creek for at least one year. Ford helped create the Scottsdale Fire Department and hopes his expertise can offer solutions for the town. Ford said he would also like to help nearby fire departments who have faced financial burdens due to the lack of fire service in Cave Creek.