Fire service for the City of Washington and The Washington Community Fire District.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Washington Volunteer Fire Company is determined to be the most innovative and effective Fire Department in the Country.To achieve this goal, it will be one customer-oriented organization, a culture in search of excellence and greatest cost effectiveness in its delivery of fire prevention and protection, rescue services, property conservation, environmental protection and emergency management. Significant resources shall be devoted to maintaining the highest standards of performance within the realm of economic feasibility.
PURPOSE
The Washington Volunteer Fire company’s purpose is to utilize in the most cost effective manner possible its allocated tax dollars and contributions invested by the citizens to minimize the impact of fires and other emergencies on life safety and property.
STATEMENT OF DIRECTION
We are an innovative, nationally recognized fire department, providing quality service to the City of Washington and the Washington Rural Fire Association.
We are proud of the strength and diversity of our professional volunteer workforce and emphasize continuous service improvement, focusing on the preservation of life, property and the environment.
We recognize the value of our volunteers and their families. using participatory management, through the Washington Volunteer Fire Company, their input is solicited to improve department decisions and demonstrate commitment.
The department explores all options to provide resources necessary to meet our goals, and enjoy excellent cooperation and relationships with other agencies and policy makers.
The Washington Fire Department is prepared to handle all emergencies, including major disasters, that may occur in our community, and do so with environmental considerations, as well as cost effectively.
