Board of Fire Commissioners

Members

Overview

The Commissioners are a three-member board appointed by the Board of Selectman for staggered three-year terms. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the development and adopting and supporting the Fire Department’s mission and services to the community
• Making recommendations for improvements as needed to the Fire Chief and Board of Selectman regarding public safety issues in relation to emergency management developments
• Reviewing annual budget and acting as a sounding board for the initiatives of the Department
• Assisting with grants and other funding mechanisms for technical equipment acquisitions not otherwise covered in operating budget
• Serving as a medium for the lay public to share their concerns and compliments
• Maintaining a collaborative relationship with Town government, Emergency Medical Services, Local Emergency Planning Committee and other local emergency agencies