White River Township Fire Department

Public SafetyUnited States51-200 Employees

We currently serve a twenty-six square mile area with a population of approximately 35,000 people.  The area includes a large commercial strip on State Road 135, four elementary schools, two middle schools, several large churches, three large assisted living facilities, multiple apartment complexes, and thousands of single family homes.  The District spans two major highways, State Road 37 and State Road 135, which are both major thoroughfares for Indianapolis commuter traffic.

     The Department employs 150+ individuals in five different divisions which include full-time firefighters, part-time firefighters and associate members.  Although staffing varies, it typically involves around twenty-one on-duty firefighters per day and eight to ten office staff during the week.

MISSION, VISION and FOCUS

            The strategy developed by the District includes a mission and vision to protect the lives and property of the community, which helps the department to focus on serving the community through innovation and excellence.  The department also strives to grow to meet the needs of the community while continuing on a financially solid foundation.

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