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    Laura Knapp
       Laura Knapp
         Fire Chief
      616.456.3900
    Mission Statement
     The GRFD will provide the highest level of service to our
    community through a commitment to excellence. 
     
             Vision Statement
       The GRFD strives to be an accredited national fire service leader that aligns with community needs and provides a secure work environment for its members.  This is accomplished by diverse partnerships, increased adaptability, fluid communication, complete transparency and a preventative mindset towards all endeavors.

     Value Statement

    The GRFD is committed to doing what is right through:

            Honesty                    Integrity                 Loyalty

                        Teamwork                  Excellence


     
     
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    Juvenile Fire Starter Information

     

     

    Prevention Division

    Suppression Division

    Training Division

    "Community Based Fire Service"

      

    2012 Fire-Rescue Expo
    May 5th 11am - 4pm
     

     

     

       Highlights

         Recent News

    • Two Firefighters Recovering from Injuries following House Fire 5-3-2012...Fire Lieutenant Injured in House Fire
    • Fire Lieutenant Injured in House Fire 4-29-2012...Fire Lieutenant Injured in House Fire
    • 3rd Annual Fire-Rescue Expo May 5th...2012 GRFD Fire-Rescue Expo
    • 3ra Edición de los Bomberos y Rescate de la Expo 5 de mayo...Exposicion de Bomberos-Rescate 2012
    • Fire Fatality in Grand Rapids...Smoke Deterctor Information
    • GRFD given ISO Class 2 rating...Smoke Deterctor Information
    • 2011 Governor's Traffic Safety Award...Smoke Deterctor Information
    • Congratulations to Fire Hazard Inspector Ted Jensen who has recently been awarded the 2011 Public Fire Educator of the Year by the Michigan Fire Inspectors Society.
    • For Important Smoke Detector Information check here...Smoke Deterctor Information

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         Quick Links

    • Local Girls Wanted To Meet a Female Firefighter - They Got Chief Knapp...Local Girls Want To Meet Female Firefighter
    • 2011 GRFD Annual Report...Car Seat fitting locations and schedule
    • Open Burning Ordnance and information on outdoor fire pits...Information on Open Burning in the city
    • Use of Grills in Multifamily Residential Buildings...Use of Grills in Multifamily Residential Buildings
    • 2011 Car Seat fitting locations and schedule...Car Seat fitting locations and schedule
    • Latest Fire related product recalls..Latest Fire related product recalls