Chief Steven Schmoke

The Chief is in complete charge and command of all fire functions, activities, operations, equipment and fire personnel of the entire Company. The duties of the Chief shall include:

All duties specified in Article 176A of the town laws, as amended.

Complete charge at all emergency scenes.

Assigning Officers and fire personnel to keep fire equipment and stations in good condition and ready for service at all times. The Chief must be notified, as soon as possible, when apparatus is removed from service.

Appointing a Training Officer or Officers. The Chief shall check that proper training programs are established.

Appointing a Safety Officer. The Chief shall check that Safety procedures are established.

Delegate fire personnel to keep proper and accurate records of fire activities, equipment, personnel and training and eligible voters.

Notify the Board of Fire Commissioners of the need of funds to buy, repair, and maintain fire equipment needed for the safety of Firefighters and the community.

All press releases and information on fires and other emergencies must be made by the Chief, Acting Chief or Chief’s designee.

The power to suspend any member refusing to obey an order or failing to perform their duties in accordance with provisions of Article 2.