District Motto:

“Proudly Volunteering since 1883” 

Vision

Preserve and protect life and property from fire through prevention and suppression

Mission Statement

Preserve and protect life and property from fire through prevention and suppression. Reduce the adverse effects of injury and sudden illness through quality emergency medical services as first responders. Provide necessary services during natural and manmade disasters.

Respond to the community as requested in the spirit of the Fire Service

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 Silverton 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 employees.
• 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 districts.