The City of Jeffersonville is now automatically responding to structure fires and other related emergencies in Utica Township.
The Automatic Aid Agreement was approved today by the Board of Public Works and Safety. It means the Jeffersonville Fire Department will respond to any addresses or occupancies within the Utica Township Fire District which includes the Town of Utica and Utica Township.
The Jeffersonville Fire Department will respond to the following:
- All reported structure fires within the Utica Township Fire District with two (2) Engine Companies, one (10 Ladder Company, and one (1) Command Officer;
- To all rescues/entrapments with one (1) Engine Company, one (1) Truck Company, and one (1) Command Officer; and
- To any medical call where the patient is unconscious or unresponsive with one (1) Engine/Truck Company
“The people of Utica need our help. We’re going to help,” said Mayor Mike Moore. “It’s about stepping up in a time of need. That’s what makes Jeff so special.”
Fire Chief Shawn Grant said his department has the resources to cover the additional area without compromising fire protection in the City of Jeffersonville.
“We have developed and implemented a plan that allows us to provide immediate coverage for the residents and businesses in Utica Township,” said Grant. “We will still have more than enough resources and personnel to continue to provide the fire protection Jeffersonville has come to expect.”
“It’s satisfying knowing Jeff can provide assistance for Utica,” said Council President Dustin White. “I’m hopeful it’s the first step towards addressing the recent concerns over fire protection in that community.”