Board of Directors

Klamath County Fire District 1 is  governed by a five person, elected Board of Directors, all of which must live within the boundaries of Fire District 1.  The Board is responsible to represent the citizens of Fire District 1 and to govern and set the policies that determine how Fire District 1 functions.  The Board employs the Fire Chief, who is the CEO of the organization and is  responsible to assist the Board in their duties and to implement the  policies of the Board.

The Fire Chief reports directly to the Board, and has a diverse set of responsibilities.  He assists the Board in policy development, implementation, and adherence, and also is responsible to ensure that the services provided not only meet the community’s needs, but also follow legal,  ethical and nationally recognized standards.