WHO WE ARE - ABOUT US
Protecting Aumsville Since 1942: A Legacy of Service and Dedication
The Aumsville Rural Fire Protection District has been proudly serving the community since its formation in 1942. Originally contracting with the City of Aumsville for fire protection services, the district took a major step forward in 1947 when a Special Election approved $10,000 in General Obligation Bonds. This funding allowed for the purchase of new fire equipment and a Diamond T Pumper, ensuring better fire response for local residents. The bonds were successfully paid off within a decade, marking a milestone in the district’s growth.
Today, the Aumsville Fire District covers 24.4 square miles and serves approximately 6,200 full-time residents. With a main fire station and a satellite station, our dedicated team is equipped with three fire engines, two water tenders, and two brush trucks to handle a wide range of emergencies. In 2016, thanks to a 2014 bond measure, we upgraded our fleet by replacing three engines and two brush trucks with two new Type 1 Engines and two Type 3 Brush Trucks, improving our ability to fight both structural and wildland fires.
Our substation, located in Shaw (2.8 miles northeast of Aumsville), is home to our training center and plays a crucial role in rural water supply for firefighting. This station houses an engine, tender, and brush truck, strengthening our response capabilities for wildland fires , brush fires, and structural fires.
As an independent Special Service District, Aumsville Fire is governed by a five-member Board of Directors, elected by the community. The Board holds public meetings on the second Thursday of each month at the Aumsville Station, and all residents are encouraged to attend and stay engaged with the future of fire protection in our district.
At Aumsville Fire, we are more than emergency responders—we are your neighbors, your protectors, and your first line of defense in times of crisis. With every call we answer, we remain committed to keeping Aumsville safe, prepared, and resilient.
STAFF
Fire Chief
Rob Garrison
Assistant Fire Chief
Brett Swenson
Office Administrator
Jamie Chamberlin
VOLUNTEER OFFICERS
Our Volunteer Captain & Lieutenants are the first line of management for our firefighters
but also hold the responsibility of fireground management.
Capt. Justin Gregory
Lt. Brad Buchholz
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Lt. Todd Raska
MISSION & VALUES
It is the responsibility of each member to support the mission by subscribing to the following values
FOR THE COMMUNITY
We recognize that the community is the reason for our presence.
We value the faith and trust of the community, and continually work to deserve that confidence through our attitudes, conduct, and accomplishments.
We will provide professional and courteous service at all times.
Lives are more valuable than property.
Safety is paramount.
Everyone is entitled to our best efforts and services we can provide.
The department encourages partnerships with all aspects of the community.
We will model our values at all times when acting on behalf of, or perceived to be acting on behalf of the Aumsville Fire District.
FOR THE DISTRICT
Volunteers are our most valuable assets.
We strive for excellence in everything we do.
Honesty, fairness and integrity will not be compromised.
We continually seek effectiveness, efficiency and economy.
Unity and teamwork are to our mutual advantage as individuals and as an organization.
Safety is paramount.
Members are continually encouraged to improve themselves as individuals and community servants.
The free exchange of ideas is encouraged, along with the capacity to accept ideas without prejudice.
We will provide professional and courteous service at all times.
We are sensitive and responsive to changing community needs.
We will strive to maintain and improve relationships with neighboring fire agencies.