Fire Department Mission & Goals

Meeting the needs of our protection area in fire prevention, fire suppression and rescue services
Effectively utilizing and improving the dedication and skills of our personnel
Constantly working to improve all of our services and operations

In carrying out this mission the Howard City Fire Department will:

Make priority number one the safety of our firefighters
Actively encourage the professional and personal development of all our personnel
Work as teams to take full advantage of our skills, knowledge, and creativity
Communicate openly and honestly to our membership and protection area to inspire confidence and trust

GOALS

To operate the department under SOP guidelines in order to promote safety and eliminate uncertainty in regards to department operations.

To take advantage of grant programs as funds permit to purchase equipment and apparatus.

To provide proper personnel turn-out gear, equipment and apparatus for use by the department.

To properly maintain all equipment and apparatus under the operation of the department.

To maintain a minimum staffing level of at least 6 paid on call personnel available 0600 hours to 1800 hours.

To maintain a minimum level of 18 qualified paid on call personnel within the department.

To encourage all personnel to participate in professional and personal development classes.

To actively work towards fire prevention in all of our areas of responsibility.