General Information
Fire Chief
Sheldon D. Gilbert
Deputy Chief, Operations
David A. Rocha
Deputy Chief, Support Services & Special Operations
David A. Lord
Deputy Chief, Assigned Chief Officer
Demetrious N. Shaffer
Area of Service:
Approximately 506 square miles with a daytime population of 384,000 people.
Department Facts:
- 4 Battalions
- 28 Fire Stations
- 25 Engine Companies
- 7 Ladder Truck Companies
- 1 Heavy Rescue Vehicle
Specialized Equipment:
- Air/Light Support Unit
- 3 Zodiac Boats
- 2500 Gallon Water Tender
- Dozer
- Hazardous Material Response Vehicle
Specialized Response Teams:
Hazardous Materials, Urban Search & Rescue, Water Rescue
Fiscal year 2010-2011 Budget:
$108,837,950
Authorized Positions:
404
Reserve Firefighters:
80
