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Vision Statement


The vision of the Manlius Fire Department is to be a recognized leader in fire and emergency services, respected by our community for anticipating and responding to the ever changing needs. The department will embrace appropriate new technologies and techniques, focusing on training and education to provide the highest level of customer services and satisfaction in a professional and caring manner.


Core Values


The members of the Manlius Fire Department are dedicated to operating a professional, ethical, service-minded organization. Our department's values drive our decisions and actions.

  • We value honesty and integrity in all matters, leading to the highest level of trustworthiness.
  • We value respect for each person as an individual, recognizing the worth of our subordinates, peers, supervisors and customers.
  • We value teamwork, as each person's capabilities enhance our performance as a whole.
  • We value responsibility, taking ownership of our actions and committing to our assigned objectives.
  • We value professional pride, adhering to a strong code of moral and ethical conduct.
  • We value compassion, fostering a genuine concern for those we serve.
  • We value safety, ensuring our own health as well as the safety of our team and those we serve.
  • We value diversity of the people in our department and our community.
  • We value training and education as the foundation of superior service.
  • We value commitment, working through any adversity to meet the community's needs.

Our Goals

  1. Goal # 1 Develop an organization to effectively administer and manage the resources of the department.
  2. Goal #2 Develop a system for minimizing the impact of disasters and other emergencies on life and property.
  3. Goal #3 Provide an effective Emergency Medical Services System.
  4. Goal # 4 Provide an effective Fire Prevention and Public Safety System.

Our Members Will: BE NICE, PREVENT HARM, SURVIVE.