2024 BFPD Budget Report

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2024 ADOPTED BUDGET MESSAGE

The Berthoud Fire Protection District is a special district in accordance with C.R.S., Title 32 governed by an elected Board of Directors. The District Board of Directors for the budget year 2024 are:

Dan Herslm1an, President Michael Cook, Vice President

Gary Maggi, Secretary Eric Ryplewski, Director David Shipley, Director

Budgeting and finance are a critical function within a fire district, and when managed correctly, can enable the district to meet its operational goals. The Board of Directors has concentrated their leadership role in providing progressive direction toward the unified goal(s) of providing our customers, both internal and external, with exceptional customer service. This long-term focus has enabled the district to continue to meet its unified service goals while also providing long term financial sustainability for the community it serves. The Berthoud Fire Protection District provides emergency services to 103 square miles within Larimer, Weld and Boulder counties. Within the three counties, the district provides emergency services to the Town of Berthoud and a po1tion of the Town of Johnstown. An estimated 25,000 people reside within the district, while more than 100,000 people commute through the district daily and an annual recreation population of 356,000. The district's "Mission Statement": "TO SERVE, TO CARE, TO SUPPORT" which is a reflection of the District's Core Values: Integrity: We stand undivided in promoting harmony and maintaining high ethical standards, which include honesty, faith, compassion, loyalty, duty and forgiveness. Innovation: We encourage and support creative ideas, which improve our programs and services. Traditions: We respect the transcendent wisdom and time-honored practices, which have set the foundation for our country and our profession. Stewardship: We are vigilant in upholding the trust ofthe community, caring for their safety, and honorably managing their public resources. Professionalism: We take pride in our proficiency, maturity, leadership, and accountability to our mission. Community: We respect all people and care about their safety and well-being regardless of status, origin, or personal beliefs. "A combination of career, part time, volunteer and seasonal wildland fire fighters and a committed civilian staff provide emergency and administrative services to those in need.

The District's General Fund revenues and expenditures also reflect agreements with outside agencies for in kind training and services that support in kind services provided by the district.

The District's Volunteer Pension Fund will be f 1 .mded in 2024 with the revenue to meet statutory obligations from the General Fund.

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