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City of Bedford
Program Summary
FY 2020-2021

Fund: General
Department: Fire Division: Administration

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Administration Division is responsible for the overall management of the Fire Department. Specifically, responsibilities include
personnel services and management, records management, budget management, and personnel training in the areas of Fire
Suppression, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Safety and Specialized Rescue Operations, severe weather and other emergency management
functions.

The Administration Division is also responsible for the Fire Marshal's Office, which includes enforcement of all fire codes, fire origin and
cause determination, arson investigations, building plan review, and public fire education, including the Citizen's Fire Academy and the
annual Open House. The Fire Marshal's office is also responsible for issuance of permits including, but not limited to: fire alarm, fire
sprinkler, and vent-a-hood protection systems.

FY 2019-2020 HIGHLIGHTS

∗ Several members of the Fire Administration team have been accepted into classes at the National Fire Academy.
∗ Implemented Operative IQ computer software for inventory control and daily vehicle check outs.
∗ Canceled many events due to COVID-19 such as Neighborhood Smoke Detector Checks and Spring Class of Citizen's Fire Academy.

FY 2020-2021 DIVISIONAL GOALS
(AS RELATED TO COUNCIL STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS)

Revitalization
∗ Lead the Community Risk Reduction effort by implementing risk mitigation and intervention strategies throughout the City.
Economic Vitality
∗ Provide the technical expertise required for the implementation and enforcement for all personnel.
∗ Ensure that the Fire Department complies with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Transformation
∗ Fire Department will finalize a Strategic Plan for the Department.

Organizational Excellence
∗ Provide a safe, effective, rewarding, productive, and supportive work environment for all personnel.
∗ Manage the Division's fiscal resources within the allocated budget

Communicate & Engage with Citizens
∗ Ensure citizens, of all ages are educated in the areas of fire prevention.
∗ Fire Department hosts Open Houses and Public Safety Expos.
∗ Attend Community Outreach Events
∗ Fire Department communicates events and activities through Social Media Communication.

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