Fire Department
Community Expectation Survey for the Saint Francis and Bethel Fire Departments -
The purpose of this survey is to gather input from residents regarding their expectations and thoughts about the proposed merger of the St. Francis and Bethel fire departments. Your feedback will help ensure that the combined department aligns with the needs and priorities of our community. We value your opinions and encourage you to share your insights on how this merger can best serve our community.
Your participation in this survey is essential in guiding the decision-making process. By sharing your views, you contribute to creating a fire department that reflects the collective goals and values of our community. The information gathered will be used to make informed decisions that benefit all residents, ensuring that the merger supports enhanced safety, efficiency, service quality, and appropriate funding levels.
Please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
The St. Francis Fire Department was incorporated on May 9, 1963. Since that time, it has a strong history of providing trusted fire and rescue services. Our Department is built on the foundation of a full-time Fire Chief, a full-time Captain and Paid-on-Call (POC) staff. Firefighter responsibilities include responding to structure fires, emergency rescue calls, station staffing during peak call volumes or inclement weather along with ongoing training to maintain and strengthen skills. In February of 2024, the City of St. Francis begin covering the neighboring city of Bethel for fire services.
All of our firefighters are dedicated to protecting the citizens and community at large. The St. Francis Fire Department’s primary responsibility is for fire suppression, first responder medical care for the sick and injured, special rescue, fire inspections, arson investigations, fire prevention and public relations.
Our Team protects over 8,600 citizens between the two cities and our business community with 24/7/365 services. St. Francis Fire participates in active mutual aide and auto aide programs to ensure sufficient resources for, and from, neighboring fire departments. In addition St. Francis is also shares a multi-year contract with the City of Nowthen to utilize the services of our Fire Chief. The City strives to be a partner in the north metro sharing common values and the commitment to make communities safe.
