To minimize the loss of life and property resulting from fire, medical emergencies and other disasters.

 • Responded to 1,139 fire calls and other types of emergent situations.

• Conducted 714 business and pre-fire plan reviews.

• Verified proper installation of forty-three child safety seats.

• Participated in seven department wide business / industrial complex tours.

• Provided Advanced Fire Officer coursework for 10 personnel who hold the current rank of Driver or Firefighter.

• Recertified 56 personnel in Hazardous Materials & Emergency Response through the Oklahoma Department of Homeland Security.

• Installed seventy-seven smoke alarms in Ponca City Residences.

• Fire Education and Prevention program presented to 2,855 students K-5th grade in the public and private school systems within the City.

• Inspected, tested and performed routine maintenance to 900 fire hydrants; additionally, 160 hydrants were repainted for better identification.