About Us

OUR MISSION

We pledge to perform our duties with courage and dedication. We also strive to be active in our community and proactive with public education and prevention campaigns. Together, we are the frontline defenders of our home, forging a safer, stronger and more resilient community through our tireless commitment to service, education and preparedness.

OUR VISION

The Stronach Township Fire Department is a community-focused, value-centered, and progressive fire, rescue, and emergency services organization. The Stronach Township Fire Department achieves its mission and vision by building upon a system of values and principles. We uphold professionalism as our core value.

Providing fire and emergency medical services since 1970.

We are a team of passionate, highly trained professionals committed to serving Stronach Township and its surrounding areas. Our members are your neighbors, friends, and family, united by a shared commitment to protecting and safeguarding our community.

Our Fire Department delivers top-tier emergency response services, with our firefighters demonstrating excellence in all aspects of fire prevention and life safety.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

We prioritize the safety of our community, our team members, and ourselves. Every action and decision is guided by a steadfast commitment to preserving life and property.

EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE

We strive for excellence in all aspects of our service. From fire suppression to emergency medical response and community outreach, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality assistance with professionalism and compassion.

TEAM UNITY

We value teamwork as the foundation of our effectiveness. We foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, and trust, recognizing that the strength of our team is essential to achieving our mission.

Unwavering Commitment

We believe in providing the best possible service to our community. We accept the responsibility of striving to safeguard and preserve life and property from the elements of fire and disaster. We will disseminate our knowledge and skills with our contemporaries. We will never allow personal feelings or danger to prevent us from performing our duties as a humble, competent, and a well-trained, efficient team.

COMMUNITY RESILIENCE

We are dedicated to building a resilient community. Beyond emergency response, we actively engage in initiatives that promote community preparedness, education, and overall well-being.

COMPASSIONATE CARE

We approach every interaction with empathy and compassionate care. Whether responding to emergencies or engaging with the community, our actions are guided by a genuine concern for the welfare of others.

CONTINUOUS LEARNING

We embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Through training, education, and staying abreast of technological advancements, we aim to enhance our skills and adapt to ever evolving challenges.

Integrity & Accountability

We uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability. Our actions are transparent, and we take responsibility for our decisions and their consequences. Trust is paramount in everything we do.

Welcome Message from the Fire Chief

On behalf of the men and women at the Stronach Township Fire Department, I would like to welcome you to the Stronach Township Fire Department webpage.

Our mission is clear: to respond swiftly and effectively in emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. From battling blazes to providing emergency medical care, from responding to natural disasters to community education, we are your go-to resource for all things related to fire safety and emergency services.

We hope that this website serves as an interactive hub and resource center for residents, businesses, and community groups. We hope you find our website informative and user friendly. Please feel free to contact us and check back frequently to find updated news and important information.

Your Stronach Township Fire Department serves a base population of 834 people (as of the 2020 U.S. Census). Our residents are spread across the 55.7 square miles that make up Stronach Township.

While these population figures may seem small, it is not an entirely accurate representation of the numbers of people living, working, or traveling through our community and township at any given time.

We have two stations: Station 11, located within the Village of Stronach at 2471 Main Street, and Station 11-B, located at 1037 Skocelas Rd. South. Between the two stations we have 6 pieces of apparatus to support our fire and EMS response capabilities. Rescue 11, Engine 11, and Tender 11 are all housed at Station 11. At Station 11-B we house Wildfire Tender 11, Brush Truck 11, and UTV-11. Brush Truck 11 has both wildfire capabilities and EMS capabilities and is also used in remote area rescue to bring patients out to an ambulance that cannot reach them. UTV-11, a utility terrain vehicle, has almost identical capabilities. It does not carry as much equipment, but it can get into even tighter locations and worse road, path, and woods conditions than the Brush Truck can. We use it a lot out in the Manistee National Forest and the Big M Recreation Area.

At the heart of our community, the Stronach Township Fire Department is more than just a group of dedicated individuals; we are your first line of defense in times of crisis, your trusted guardians in moments of need, and your partners in safety and building community resilience.

FRED R. LAPOINT, STRONACH TOWNSHIP FIRE CHIEF

Command Officers of Stronach Township Fire Department

Fred R. LaPoint

Fire Chief

With over 50 years in emergency services, including a 40-year career as a professional firefighter with the City of Manistee Fire Department, where he served as a Driver Engineer-Paramedic, Fred joined Stronach’s Fire Department in 2019 as Captain-Paramedic. He was named Fire Chief Paramedic in September 2023.

Randy Stoykovich

Assistant Fire Chief

35 years previous served as Chief, Interim Chief, and Captain and is also a licensed Medical First Responder.

Clarence Szymanski