The Fire District serves nine cities and unincorporated portions of three counties. In an effort to be responsive to the needs of these individual communities, our Community Liaisons and District staff work closely with elected and appointed officials in each jurisdiction to ensure their expectations are met and their issues addressed.

Our Community Liaisons and Station Captains also participate in leadership classes to gain a better understanding of each city we serve and meet local business leaders.

To discuss current issues, District staff and firefighters also attend city council, neighborhood association, and civic group meetings on a regular basis, and provide periodic luncheons and/or breakfast meetings at local fire stations for city council and staff.

At the state level, the District works with the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal and the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, as well as other agencies in state government, on regulatory issues and matters of common interest. During the biennial sessions of the Oregon Legislature, District staff monitor legislation and act on matters of interest to the District and its constituents.

At the regional level, the District maintains a relationship with Metro and several coalitions of public agencies to ensure cooperation and coordination in planning and service delivery.