The Immokalee Fire Control District, which includes the town of Ave Maria, is asking for an increase in the millage rate to fund its fire and rescue services to 3.75 mills from the current level of 3 mills. The proposed new rate is the highest allowable in the state of Florida.\nRepresentatives from the fire control district are holding an informational meeting Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ave Maria Master Associaiton offices (Fitness Center) in the town center to discuss the proposed increase and answer questions from residents.\nMore information about the proposed change can be found in two documents provided by the district:\nClick here (http://aveherald.com/images/stories/fireflyer.pdf)for a flyer about the meeting, with information on why the tax change is being requested.Click here (http://aveherald.com/images/stories/voterletter.pdf)for a letter to voters explaining the referendum.