BFPD FY26 GFOA Budget - Flipbook - Page 34
| DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONS
OVERVIEW
Unlike traditional municipalities, which have a variety of departments to provide comprehensive
service delivery, the District is a special district form of government. In this case, it is singularly
purposed to provide EMS and fire suppression to its community members. Consequently, it does
not have separate departments, but is divided more informally based on operational
responsibilities. These “departments” are as follows:
Administration: Administration houses upper leadership as well as all non-operational District
entities. In addition to leading Operations, Administration handles the clerical, financial,
political, and policy-based work required to ensure the success and longevity of the District. It
also houses the EMS division. Its mission is to provide leadership and support to all members of
the District so that they may serve their community with excellence.
Fire Prevention Bureau: This department houses the District’s Fire Marshal and Fire Inspectors.
The Fire Prevention Bureau oversees the enforcement of fire codes within the Village and the
unincorporated areas within the District. Its mission is to reduce the risks associated with fire and
other hazards throughout the community.
IT: The District contracts out its IT support, but IT services are available through
Administration. This department provides all technical, software, hardware, and security-based
support for the District. Its mission is to provide consistent and reliable cybersecurity protection
and support.
Finance: The District contracts out for its finance department, which is housed in
Administration. This department provides all financial support for the District, including
accounting, budgeting, and assistance with the annual audit. Its mission is to promote financial
wellness, longevity, and transparency.
Community Relations: The District’s Community Relations team operates jointly out of
Administration and Operations. This department provides a variety of services that center around
public education and community engagement. Its mission, aimed at reducing risk in the
community, is to provide fun, safe, and equitable access to public safety information.
Operations: Operations is the largest department in the District, both in size and variety of goals
and objectives. Housed within Operations are the District’s AOR’s (see pages 106-107) which
include critical items such as training and special teams. This department provides the services
that traditionally come to mind when you hear “fire department,” such as fire suppression and
EMS. Its mission is to ensure all FF/PMs have access to the appropriate gear, equipment, and
training so that they may safely serve their community with skill, efficiency, and effectiveness.
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