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NOTICE

The Immokalee Fire Control District Board of Fire Commissioners Regular Monthly Board Meeting previously scheduled for March 16, 2023 is cancelled.

01-10-2023

The Immokalee Fire Control District is proud to announce the placement of a new piece of apparatus in service. This state-of-the-art Squad will enhance our ability to respond to emergency situations and better serve the community.

The new apparatus is equipped with the latest technology, including medical response gear, firefighter protective gear and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) and a Hurst Combi tool used in vehicle extrications. This will allow our firefighters to more effectively combat fires and rescue those in need.

Squad 30 is a 2022 Ford F250 and will be staffed with two people. This apparatus responds primarily to EMS related calls, motor vehicle accidents, and fire calls. This vehicle was obtained thru a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Collier County Community and Human Services Division. We are grateful for this support, which has allowed us to purchase this vital piece of equipment.

The Immokalee Fire Control District is committed to providing the highest level of service to our community. The addition of this new apparatus is just one of the ways we are working to improve our ability to respond to emergencies and keep our community safe.

Dear Community Members,

As a community we continue to closely monitor efforts to contain and stop the spread of CoVid-19 nationally and locally. The CDC has recommended Social Distancing as one of the most effective means to prevent spreading the virus. In an effort to protect the health and safety of the community and our firefighters, the Immokalee Fire Control District has implemented the following steps to maximize our Social Distancing without sacrificing emergency response to calls for service.

All District sponsored travel for education, conferences, and professional development has been cancelled until further notice.
Restrict fire station access to only current on-duty personnel.
All station and site tours for youth, school, or community groups shall be postponed.
Postpone non-essential internal training that requires multi-company gatherings.
Deliver training, roll call, or meetings virtually with a conference call or web meeting.
Eliminate unnecessary internal in-person group meetings (cancel if possible). Require any face-to-face meetings to less than 10 attendees and spread out so they are at least six feet apart. No food, drink, or handouts are permitted.
Limit unnecessary routine movement of on-duty personnel within the community and interaction with large groups in public places. This includes retail, grocery stores, and restaurants.

Respectively,

Michael Choate

Fire Chief/District Manager

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Prompt Firefighting and Humanitarian Services

The Immokalee Fire Control District is committed to protecting the people and property within our community. We will be responsive to the needs of our citizens by providing rapid, professional, humanitarian services essential to the health, safety, and well-being of the community.

We will accomplish our mission through prevention, education, fire suppression, first responder medical service, and other related emergency and non-emergency activities. We will actively participate in our community, serve as role models, and strive to efficiently use all of the necessary resources at our command to provide a product deemed excellent by our citizens.

The Immokalee Fire Control District is an Independent Special Taxing District established by an act of the Florida Legislature in 1955 (Chapter 55-30666 Laws of Florida), with the latest revision to the District’s codification included in Chapter 2000-363 Laws of Florida and signed by the Governor into law on May 22, 2000, and operating under the authority of Chapters 189 and 191, Florida Statutes. The legislation created a fire control and rescue district covering 234 square miles of Collier County, Florida. The purpose of the District is to provide fire protection and prevention services, establish and maintain emergency medical and rescue response services, and acquire and maintain firefighting, rescue, medical, transport, and other emergency equipment.

Immokalee Fire Control District Enabling Act

Upcoming Schedule of Events

All Meetings are held at 5368 Useppa Dr. Ave Maria , FL 34142

FY 2022-2023 Meeting Schedule

The Immokalee Fire Control District Board of Fire Commissioners will be changing the time for the Regular Monthly Board Meetings. As of March 16, 2023 they will be held at 3pm instead of 6pm at Station 32 Headquarters, 5368 Useppa Drive, Ave Maria, FL 34142. Anyone requiring special assistance to attend these meetings, please call (239) 657-2111

Date	Time	Event
09/15/2022	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
09/20/2022	6:00pm	Final Budget Hearing
10/20/2022	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
11/17/2022	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
12/15/2022	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
01/19/2023	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
02/16/2023	6:00pm	Regular Board meeting
03/16/2023	Canceled	Regular Board meeting
04/20/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board meeting
05/18/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board meeting
06/15/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board Meeting
07/20/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board meeting
08/17/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board meeting
09/21/2023	3:00pm	Regular Board meeting

We’re proud to be one of Florida’s 1700+ special districts, each delivering specific services effectively, efficiently, and with local control. Learn more about Florida's special districts at FASD.com

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Crowd Managers Class

Crowd managers are required by law for all assembly occupancies! This class cost $10.00 per person. If anyone is interested in this class please Call: 239-657-2111 to register for am or pm class. Classes held at the Fire Station, 502 New Market Rd. East.

In accordance with the 2006 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, Sections 12.7.6.1/13.7.6.1, establishments with an occupant load of at least 50 people shall have at least one trained crowd manager or crowd manager supervisor. When the occupant load exceeds 250 people, the establishment must provide additional trained crowd managers or crowd supervisors at a ratio of one for every 250 occupants.

The Safe Haven Program is designed to temporarily assist infants who are in need of assistance with medical, housing or family issues.

Volunteer Program consisting of 18+ year old adults who are interested in assisting the fire department at events and emergencies by receiving education from variety of practical courses.

What To Expect When A Brush Fire Threatens:

Your road may be blocked.
You could possibly lose power.
Should there be an evacuation, remember this is for your families safety.
Deliveries will probably be interrupted.
School buses may be delayed or have to return to school.

Swimming Advice
for All Ages

If you can not swim well, stay where you can touch bottom.
Never force a child to learn to swim. If he or she is afraid, they are not ready yet.
Learn, practice, and remember how to float.
Only swim in areas where there is a lifeguard or an adult watching.
Use the buddy system. Never swim alone.
Always obey the lifeguard and follow posted swimming rules.
No rough play or showing off.
If you hear thunder or see lightning, get out of the water.
Never allow infants to swallow a lot of pool water. It could cause seizures.
Learn CPR!

Heartsaver
CPR- AED

Interactive information presented to an audience with an Automatic External Difibrillator on or around their home or work. This is a more advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation instruction.

Parade Participation

Fire apparatus are able to participate in or at parade events throughout the community.