Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan

The Fire Department's Strategic Plan was updated in 2021 and sets forth the department's vision and mission, identifies departmental values, and outlines a series of measurable goals and objectives for service delivery. Areas that are addressed include staffing, budget, communications, technology, stations and apparatus.

The 2021-2026 Strategic Plan carries forth the same mission, vision and departmental values set forth in the previous plan, but identifies eight new measurable goals and about 30 action items to help accomplish them.

A key element of the Washington Township Fire Department's organizational philosophy is having a high levelgroup photo of WT employees at accreditation hearing of commitment to the community and recognizing the importance of community satisfaction. Thus, the department invited community representatives to provide feedback on services provided by the department. Respondents were asked to provide a prioritized perspective of the programs and services provided by the department. Additional input was gathered during the meeting that discussed community expectations and concerns (prioritized) as well as positive and other comments about the organization. Specific findings of the community stakeholders are provided in the appendix of this document.

The agency stakeholder work sessions were conducted over three days. These sessions served to discuss the organization's approach to community-driven strategic planning, focusing on the department's mission, values, core programs, and support services. Additionally, focus was given to the organization's perceived strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The work sessions involved participation by a stakeholder group representing a cross-section of the department.

The Center for Public Safety Excellence's Technical Advisor Program helped facilitate the process and developed the final version of the plan. Accredited fire agencies update their Strategic Plan every three to five years.

Mission - The Washington Township Fire Department provides exceptional emergency and non-emergency services to enhance the safety and well-being of our community.

Vision – To provide the highest quality, most effective, safe and compassionate emergency services in the region.

Core Values – Professionalism, integrity, community, service.