NORTH CENTRAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ( CONTINUED

The District also has a robust community risk reduction program that includes internal fire inspection, code enforcement, investigation, plans review and public education. The District participates with National, Regional, and local organizations such as FIST, FISE, and the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation to provide enhanced fire investigation, code enforcement, and public education capabilities. Operations personnel assist the fire prevention division conducting business inspections of 3,260 inspectable occupancies, performing hydrant maintenance, weed abatement, and pre-fire planning each year.

District Statistics 2022

Response area: 230 square miles

Population: 51,000

Total calls: 4,488

Mission Statement

Fire: 329 (10%)

EMS: 2,702 (58%)

Other calls: 1457 (32%)

The Mission of the North Central Fire Protection District is to Integrate with our community by exceeding traditional service expectations.

Vision Statement

The Vision of the North Central Fire Protection District is to Cultivate a legacy of growth through teamwork, unity, compassion, respect, and professionalism; rooted in community and service.

OUR VALUES

COMMUNITY / COMPASSION / COMMITMENT / TRUST / RESPECT / INTEGRITY / PROFESSIONALISM

Would you like to see your Fire Districts photo in FDAC publications and marketing material? We are looking to share the face of California local government fire. If you have photos that you would like FDAC to consider, please upload them to the dropbox link below.

*FDAC reserves the right to choose photos as it seems fit, there is no guarantee that photos will be selected for use. This continuity has created a culture of community. As the community and State continue to change LFPD, as well as all special districts, we are all experiencing challenges in funding, growth, and providing the highest level of service possible.

To many, July 1st marks the beginning of the fiscal year. To members of the Fire Agencies Self Insurance System (FASIS) and the Fire Districts Association of California – Employment Benefits Authority (EBA), July 1, 2023, also marks the culmination of years of work and efforts to consolidate the two programs to form Fire Risk Management Services (FRMS).

The combined 55 years of experience across the more than 200 fire districts under the EBA and FASIS joint power authority agreements has proven both programs to be viable and successful alternatives to the commercial insurance marketplace. The long-standing goal of the Boards is to establish a “one-stop shop”, providing insurance coverage and ancillary services essential to conducting business as a California fire district. FRMS will provide a multi-line risk-sharing program (initially) offering employee benefits and workers’ compensation coverage to eligible fire districts across the State of California.

Organization and Structure

Board of Directors - FRMS’ Joint Powers Agreement, Bylaws, and policies emphasize the member-directed principle of the organization. FRMS will be governed for the first year of operation by a 13-member Board of Directors serving three-year terms, with subsequent years governed by an 11-member Board of Directors. Directors are to be the Fire Chief, Administrative Officer, or member of the Member District’s governing body. The Board is responsible for the organization’s Bylaws, annual budget, program development, admission of prospective members or expulsion of existing members, authorizing payment of dividends/assessments, and electing Board officers.

Standing Committees – The Benefits and Claims Committees are responsible for specified FRMS matters, as outlined in the governing documents.

Pool Membership

FRMS will be comprised of 220 public agencies including, career, combination, and all-volunteer fire agencies, municipalities, and other special districts throughout California.

Membership Requirements

To be eligible for participation in FRMS prospective members must meet the following conditions:

Workers’ Compensation Program

• Be a public fire protection or community services district in the State of California

• Agree to a minimum three years of participation

Employee Benefits Program

• Be a public agency with the power to provide at least one of the following services: (1) fire suppression services, (2) emergency medical services, including emergency disease response, prevention and control services;(3) hazardous material response services (4) medical transport and/or ambulance services, including emergency transportation services(5) rescue services; (6) any other emergency response services provided pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act

• Agree to a minimum three years of participation

Other Services

FRMS will provide a variety of services to members, including:

• Workers’ Compensation Claims Administration & Oversight

• Workers’ Compensation Training & Education

• Employee Benefits Consultation & Guidance

• Mental Health & Wellness

Pre-placement, Annual, and Fit-for-Duty medical exams

Firestrong, First Responder Resiliency, and Employee Assistance Program

• Safety & Risk Control Consultation & Program Development

· On-Site or virtual risk control reviews

· Safety trainings, video library, publications, and sample SOPs

• Attorney hotline for personnel-related issues

Partnership with Fire Districts Association of California

FASIS and the EBA were created in partnership with the Fire Districts Association of California (FDAC) and will continue to promote self-insurance services, membership, and participation in the programs through marketing, training, and legislative support.

For questions regarding FRMS, the programs, operations, and services, please contact FASIS Executive Director, Jennifer Jobe, at jennifer.jobe@sedgwick.com, or FDAC EBA Administrative Director, Carmen Berry, at cberry@firebenefits.org.

FDAC MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS IT’S TIME TO RENEW!

FDAC membership renewals for the 2023 – 2024 fiscal year are now underway! We would like to thank all of our current members for their continued support as we strive to provide better and expanded member benefits to fire protection districts throughout California.

Our 2023 Annual Conference and 2022 Leadership Symposium were both a success with strong presentations and great networking done throughout the industry. With one COA event already in the books we look forward to our next COA event which will be held in Mill Valley on July 24 – 25, 2023. Thank you to our member, Southern Marin Fire Protection District for hosting the event! In the meantime, the team here at FDAC is also working to put together the 2023 Leadership Symposium, which will be held in the fall. More details to come!

Through the years Fire Protection Districts are able to persevere through the strength, mutual aid, and support we provide to one another. The FDAC board and staff recognize the commitment and service each of you provide to one another and to your local communities to help ensure the health and safety for all California citizens.

FDAC continues to reach out and collaborate with other groups who share our mission and values. FDAC is a proud participant in the FDAC-CalChiefs Legislative Task Force, the Fire Legislative Priorities Group, and will continue our vigilance for finding new ways to ensure our members voices are heard. Our legislative focus for the session has centered on two areas; the upcoming budget deficit and ensuring that local fire maintains their independence to provide service to their communities. Within the State Congress themselves, we have seen a marked increase in interest in supporting all firefighters across the state through financial, personal, and mental health initiatives.

Again, thank you for remaining part of our fire protection district family. We are honored by the service you provide to your communities and the commitment you bring to FDAC and we could not be the voice of our members in all forums, without your support. If you have any questions or need help in renewing your membership, please contact Daniela Dejeu at staff@fdac.org or (916) 231-2941.