2025 Annual Report

2025 Annual Report
Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District

Printed copies are available at our Administrative Office Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
8426 Kosmerl Place, Frederick, CO 80504
Phone: 303-833-2742

Overview

2025 marked a milestone year as we celebrated our 50th Anniversary and achieved international accreditation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence. This recognition reflects our commitment to high-quality service, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Service Area and Community

  • Serves Frederick, Firestone, and surrounding Weld County areas
  • Coverage area: approximately 38 square miles
  • Population served: approximately 42,000 residents
  • Personnel: 94 staff members

Our community continues to grow rapidly, increasing the demand for emergency services and community programs.

Emergency Response (2025)

  • Total calls: 3,228
    • Medical: 2,004
    • Fire: 380
    • Public assists: 328
    • Hazardous materials: 112
  • Average response time: 5 minutes 19 seconds
  • Property saved: $4,718,988
  • Property lost: $204,655

Our crews respond to a wide range of emergencies while maintaining fast and reliable response times.

Firefighters are preparing for a task, with some outside a building and others inside discussing details.
Firefighters participating in a window  initiated search and rescue drill

Training and Preparedness

  • Total training hours: 33,273
  • Average per employee: 365+ hours

Training includes hands-on drills, classroom instruction, and scenario-based exercises to ensure readiness for complex emergencies.

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Fire Prevention Specialist Venerable checking building plans .

Fire Prevention and Risk Reduction

  • 1,299 inspections completed
  • 173 plan reviews
  • 194 permits issued

Programs include safety inspections, fire investigations, plan reviews, and youth intervention efforts to reduce risk across the community.

A group of firefighters poses with children in front of a fire truck, promoting community engagement and safety awareness.
Station 3's crew during story time at the fire house

Community Engagement

  • 53 CPR/AED classes (455 participants)
  • 20 community events attended
  • Approximately 50,000 community interactions
  • 541 students reached during Fire Prevention Week

We remain committed to education, outreach, and building a safer, more prepared community.

Financial Outlook

The District is committed to transparency and responsible financial management.

In 2025, voters approved a half-cent sales tax, helping create a more sustainable and diversified funding model beyond property taxes.

A Year of Impact

2025 included both progress and reflection.

  • Achieved international accreditation
  • Invested in new equipment and facilities
  • Launched Kristen’s Closet, a medical equipment lending program for residents
  • Continued prioritizing firefighter health and cancer screening initiatives

Looking Ahead

The District remains focused on improving service through technology, strengthening our workforce, and continuing to meet the evolving needs of our community.

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