Strategic Planning
Fire District 9 is undertaking a comprehensive Strategic Planning effort to ensure we continue providing the highest level of emergency response as our community grows. Guided by data, expert insight, and the experience of our team, this work is focused on strengthening public safety while supporting the health and well-being of our firefighters for years to come.
This strategic planning effort is about more than the next few years; it's about ensuring District 9 is ready for the challenges and opportunities of the next decade and beyond.
Matthew Vinci, Fire Chief
From Vision to Action: Planning District 9's Next Chapter
Read the full message in House Calls, the District 9 Newsletter
Planning Priorities
Data-Driven Decision Making
Using real-time dispatch data, GIS mapping, and historical response trends to identify service gaps, improve response times, and forecast future emergency demand.
Facilities & Station Planning
Evaluating existing facilities and planning improvements to better support operations, response efficiency, and firefighter health and safety.
Staffing & Deployment Optimization
Analyzing call volume trends, response scenarios, and community risk profiles to ensure the right personnel and apparatus are dispatched to every incident.
Fleet Replacement & Modernization
Assessing the condition and lifecycle of emergency vehicles and apparatus to prioritize replacements and ensure reliable, modern frontline equipment.
Training & Professional Development
Strengthening training programs to support technical skills, leadership development, and mental wellness for all firefighters.
Firefighter Health, Wellness & Safety
Improving station living spaces, alarm alerting systems, and wellness facilities to meet national standards and promote long-term health and injury prevention.
Long-Term Community Readiness
Building a forward-looking plan designed to serve the community safely and effectively for the next decade and beyond.
Transparency & Community Engagement
Committing to open communication and ongoing updates as the Strategic Plan continues to develop.