A MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF
On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Plain Township Fire Department, I am proud to present the 2025 annual report. Within these pages, you will find a reflection of our progress, key accomplishments, and our continued commitment to providing exceptional service to our community.
Our mission remains steadfast: to protect lives, property, and the overall well-being of those we serve. Over the past year, we have taken meaningful steps to ensure our department is prepared to meet the increasing demands of a growing community, both now and in the years ahead.
Maintaining appropriate staffing levels continues to be a top priority, as it directly impacts our ability to respond safely and effectively to emergencies. The replacement of two full-time firefighters this year underscores the Board of Trustees’ ongoing commitment to the safety and security of our residents.
We have also made significant progress toward the development of a new fire substation, strategically planned near the intersection of State Route 605 and New Albany Road East. This project represents a critical investment in our community’s future and is a cornerstone of the department’s strategic plan. We extend our sincere appreciation to The New Albany Company for their generous land donation and valued partnership, as well as to the City of New Albany for their continued collaboration. Together, these partnerships have been instrumental in advancing this initiative, with the substation anticipated to open in the summer of 2027.
Additionally, we are honored to have been awarded the federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant. This highly competitive award will partially fund the addition of six firefighters in 2026, resulting in a savings of $1,628,441.80 for our community. These new positions will be vital as we work toward meeting national staffing recommendations and preparing to effectively staff the new substation in alignment with NFPA standards.
As we reflect on the past year, we recognize that these achievements are only possible because of the unwavering dedication of our firefighters, the support of their families, and the trust placed in us by the community we are privileged to serve. We remain committed to excellence, readiness, and continuous improvement as we look toward the future.
Respectfully,
Patrick T. Connor
Fire Chief
2025 PTFD Annual Report (Web Version)
2025 PTFD Annual Report (Print Booklet Version)
