About Buchanan Fire & Rescue
Buchanan Fire & Rescue is a volunteer department currently served by 32 volunteer firefighters. In 2009 the Fire Department responded to 87 calls for service (there were 56 calls in 2008). These calls included requests for jaws, vehicle and structure fires, gas leaks, accident clean up and many other fire service calls. In addition, we responded to several requests from our neighboring communities for "mutual aid" which is assistance that we provide for each other when the need for additional personnel or fire apparatus is needed.
The Administration and Command of the Department is as follows:
- Fire Chief, Michael Grones
- Assistant Fire Chief, Dennis Berg
- Assistant Fire Chief, Rick Schroeder
- Captain, Ben Dietzen
- Captain, Scott Lockhart
- Captain, Ramiro Garcia
- Captain, Dean Klanderman
- Captain, Tony Desmond
If you would like to know more about Buchanan Fire & Rescue or become a volunteer firefighter on this Department please call the Buchanan Town Hall at (920) 734-8599 and ask for Fire Chief Michael Grones or e-mail him at mgrones@townofbuchanan.org. The following application to become a firefighter can also be completed and submitted to the Town Hall.
Fire and Rescue Application and Information Packet
2009 Fire Department Fundraiser
The Fire Department sucessfully sold 1,000 raffle tickets to assist in purchasing equipment in 2009. For 26 weeks winners were selected. Thank you to all who participated in the fundraiser to support Buchanan Fire & Rescue.
Fire Service Mutual Aid Agreement with the Village of Wrightstown
Beginning January 1, 2009 an agreement has been approved between the Town of Buchanan and the Village of Wrightstown to provide new and enhanced fire protection for any property in the Town of Buchanan east of Loderbauer Road.
Both municipalities will be simultaneously dispatched to any fire emergency call within this service area. The Town of Buchanan will handle all non-emergency fire department related calls in this service area.
Burning in the Town of Buchanan
The Town of Buchanan adopted a open burning and refuse burning ordinance in January 2009. Click Here to view the ordinance. Any questions on the ordinance can be directed to the Town Hall at 734-8599.
Grant Money Received for Buchanan Fire & Rescue
NEW GRANT AWARD! The Town was recently awarded $5,000 from the Georgia-Pacific Foundation to purchase turnout gear for our firefighters. We thank Georgia-Pacific for this generous grant which supports our department.
The Town has also recived funding in 2009 under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The approved project costs total $35,000 for an exhaust removal system. The Federal share of this grant was 95% of the approved amount.
In 2008 we were awarded approximately $94,000 in grant funds. Because we were fortunate enough to receive grant money, this helps reduce equipment purchase expenses for the Buchanan taxpayers while improving public safety.
Adopt a Hydrant
If you have a fire hydrant on or near your property, please keep it clear of snow during the winter. This allows us quick and easy access in case of an emergency. Thank you!