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Parkdale Fire Volunteers
The Parkdale Rural Fire Protection District (PRFPD) volunteers are organized to provide emergency fire and medical services within the fire district. The Parkdale Rural Fire Protection District is supported by local property tax assessments.
Our department is staffed by one full-time paid Fire Chief, a part-time Chiefs Assistant and approximately 20 volunteers and 6 students. The department is made up of two active companies, each with a Captain, Lieutenant, Engineer, and several firefighters. The Board of Directors is elected by the community. The Fire Chief is appointed by the Board of Directors. The remaining officers are appointed by the Chief and Assistant Chiefs. Firefighters are assigned to companies based on company size and need.
Monthly Department Activities
- First Tuesday - Fire Training
- Second Tuesday - Apparatus and Equipment Check
- Third Tuesday - Fire Training
- Forth Tuesday - Volunteer Association Business Meeting
- Fifth Tuesday - EMS drill
Regular Membership
The District provides all equipment, individual gear and facilities for the volunteers. The District is governed by a fire-member board elected by the residents of the district. The board appoints the Chief. The Chief and Assistant Chiefs are responsible for the operation of all emergency, regular business services and daily operations.
Volunteer Association officers are elected annually by the members. The PRFPD volunteer organization conducts social events and other functions of benefit to members and to the community to keep up with forever changing guidelines.
General Membership Requirements
Be at least 18 years old.
Reside in the Parkdale Rural Fire Protection District.
Provide your own transportation and vehicle liability insurance.
Be willing to abide by the by-laws and standard operating guidelines (SOG’s) of the PRFPD.
Complete the Basic Firefighter course and have a CPR card as soon as possible.
Have a valid Oregon Drivers License.
Not have been convicted of a felony or any crime that is related to emergency fire and medical service.
Be willing to submit to a character background and driving record check.
Student Membership Program
Students must be sixteen to eighteen years old.
Must live within the Parkdale Rural Fire Protection District.
Provide your own transportation and vehicle liability insurance.
Be willing to abide by the by-laws and standard operating guidelines (SOG’s) of the PRFPD.
Complete the Basic Firefighter course and have a CPR card as soon as possible.
Have a valid Oregon Drivers License.
Not have been convicted of a felony or any crime that is related to emergency fire and medical service.
Be willing to submit to a character background and driving record check.
Rules and Duties of the Student Firefighter
The student may not leave school for Fire or EMS calls.
The student will not operate any PRFPD apparatus without permission from a chief officer.
The student will not display a red light in their own automobiles.
The student will have valid Oregon driver’s licence, an automobile available for emergencies and PRFPD meetings, and will show evidence of State of Oregon approved automobile liability insurance.
The student will not enter a structure fire.
The student will maintain good conduct, appearance, school grades, and citizenship.
The student must show consistent attendance and participation in the PRFPD activities.
If you have any questions about becoming a volunteer or would like to become a volunteer please drop by the station or call us at (541) 352-6092