Chief Schmidt’s Message

I am honored to serve as your new Fire Chief and lead this dedicated team of professionals. With over 25 years of experience in the fire service, I am committed to providing the highest quality fire and emergency services to our community, fostering a culture of compassion, professionalism, and unwavering dedication in all our interactions.

At LFD3, we acknowledge the significant growth our service area has experienced in recent years, and we are committed to evolving alongside our community. To that end, we are:

• Expanding our Community Risk Reduction Division: Proactively preventing fires and enhancing overall community safety through outreach programs, educational initiatives, and targeted risk assessments.
• Investing in our Training Division, including our regional fire academy: Ensuring our firefighters possess the skills and knowledge to effectively serve the unique needs of our citizens. We recognize the importance of maintaining adequate staffing levels to meet the growing demands of our community. This will involve ongoing training for our experienced firefighters, coupled with focused training for new recruits.

We strive to build a department that reflects the diversity of our community and ensures equitable access to fire and emergency services for all. We value your input and feedback and deeply appreciate your trust and support. Together, we can build a safer, stronger, and more vibrant community for everyone.

Sincerely,

Chief Jennifer Schmidt