CFPD Chief Millar implements new Mission Statement

At the Copperopolis Fire Protection District Board meeting 12-8-11 Chief Millar presented the Board with his new "comprehensive" mission statement for the Board's approval. Millar stated that "to be an effective leader (the dept) needs a comprehensive mission statement." Prior to presentation to the Board Millar had staff meetings with employees and informed all of his expectations stating that he had "widespread support from volunteers and staff" for the proposed mission statement and the new image adoption of a formal CFPD symbol.
Board approval was unanimous.
Joe Butler, President Copperopolis Professional Firefighter Association, stated that the association members support the transition.
The new mission statement is as follows:
"The mission of the Copperopolis Fire Protection District is to provide the highest quality emergency services in a safe, professional, and cost effective manner. Department employees shall fulfill this mission in a manner consistent with the following values and expectations....."

Millar outlined the following values and expectations with definitions of each:
Values:
Professionalism
Teamwork
Accountability
Productivity
Communication
Initiative
Respect

Expectations:
Safety
   Policy
   Personal Protective Equipment
   Injury Illness Prevention Program
   Documentation
Operational readiness
   Training
   Equipment
   Physical Fitness
Facilities
   Stations
   Maintenance
   Special repairs and Project Requests
Administration
   Station administration
   Policy and Procedures
   Reports & Documents
Prevention
   Public Education
   Inspections
Interpersonal relationships
   Public
   Co-workers

For a full copy of the newly adopted mission statement call 785-2393 or visit Station #1.