These are the core values we have chosen to hold which form the foundation on which we perform work and conduct ourselves. These values underlie our work, how we interact with each other, and which strategies we employ to fulfill our mission. They are the practices we use every day in everything we do.

We believe in:

• Putting the Community First; it is the spirit that guides all actions of the Fire Department
• The safety of our citizens and personnel — above all interests
• Providing not only emergency care but also personal care and services
• Excelling in the delivery of our fundamental services: fire suppression and emergency medical services
• Mentoring our members through excellent leadership at all levels of the organization
• Strengthening local, regional and intergovernmental partnerships to provide services beyond our local ability
• Maintaining the organizational culture of trust, respect, and efficiency through the mutual cooperation of labor and management
• Ensuring transparent stewardship of the public’s trust, resources, and expectations
• Respecting contributions of past generations while embracing innovation