Poudre Fire Authority 2022

Poudre Fire Authority Annual Report 2023 Service Above Self

A Note from Your Fire Chief

Dear Community Members,

I am thrilled to share the Poudre Fire Authority’s (PFA’s) 2023 Annual Report, highlighting a year of remarkable achievements. Our new badge and rank structure has boosted operational effectiveness and provided clear career paths for our firefighters, ensuring opportunities for professional growth. PFA firefighters are well-equipped to deliver the highest level of service to the public, thanks to the diligent efforts of our support staff.

Our community engagement efforts, including events and educational programs, have had a positive impact and strengthened our ties with residents.

The addition of our newly designed red apparatus, showcased in the 2023 Fort Collins Independence Day parade, reflects our commitment to professionalism and staying at the forefront of firefighting technology.

As we move forward, our new Mission, Vision, Principles document continues to shape the Authority’s culture, emphasizing values like integrity and teamwork. We are grateful for the unwavering support of our community as well as our board members, and together, we look forward to a promising future of continued excellence in service.

Derek Bergsten | Fire Chief

Our Rank Structure

On January 9th of 2023, the new rank structure was implemented, which has improved PFA’s organization and opportunity for growth. Three newly formed roles were developed: engineer, lieutenant, and captain.

Who We Are

PFA is a partnership of the City of Fort Collins and Poudre Valley Fire Protection District, proudly serving Fort Collins, Timnath, Laporte, Bellvue, Horsetooth, Redstone Canyon, and areas of unincorporated Larimer and Weld counties. Composed of highly trained personnel, PFA is committed to providing exceptional emergency services to protect lives and property in our jurisdiction.

PFA is accredited through the Center for Public Safety Excellence and is committed to public safety through fire suppression and mitigation, hazardous material control, and emergency medical services. Moreover, PFA is an agency that embodies the idea of service above self through public education, appropriate response, and fostering the idea of community.