Fire Advisory Board

Purpose:                      The duties consist of cooperating with the Office of Fire Prevention and Control in the Department of State, in relation to programs such as fire training, fire service-related activities and mutual aid.  The Board serves as an advisory body to the County Fire Coordinator on matters such as fire training and mutual aid.

Oversight:

County Dept:              Emergency Management Office

                                    Fire Coordinator’s Office

Membership:

Number of members: 21 (Appointed by County Executive)

Terms:                         1 year

Legislators:                  No

Representation:           Five members chosen from each of four fire battalions in county

Legislative Approval:  YES

Chair: