FY2023 Adopted Budget

Fire Department Department Mission The mission of the Iowa City Fire Department is to protect our community by providing progressive, high quality emergency and preventive services. Department Description The Iowa City Fire Department is dedicated to providing the community progressive, high quality emergency and preventive services. Sixty-four full-time firefighters provide fire, medical, technical rescue, and hazardous materials emergency response to approximately 75,000 residents in the 26 square-mile incorporated area of Iowa City, including the University of Iowa main campus. The department operates from four fire stations and staffs four engine companies, one truck company, and a command vehicle. The Iowa City Fire Department collaborates with many other fire protection agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Specialty areas include: Fire Investigations, the Johnson County Hazardous Materials Response Team, and Special Operations Response Team.

“This fiscal year 2023 budget reflects the ICFD’s commitment to mitigate increasing operational demands in our community while being faithful stewards of the community’s resources.” - Chief Grier

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