Division of Fire & Emergency Services
The purpose and responsibility of the Department of Building and Fire, Division of Fire & Emergency Services, is to provide the people of Arroyo Grande with fire protection and other emergency services.The Division assists in the elimination of fire hazards through inspection of commercial, residential,and industrial areas. The Division is also responsible for the fire protection requirements on new subdivisions and occupancies.
The Director of Building and Fire also maintains operations for residential and commercial building projects through the permit and inspection process. These operations include plan checking, permit issuance, fee determinations, and all aspects of Uniform Building Code enforcement.
Fire Department Mission Statement
'To create a community with a sense of safety and security through public education, fire safety inspection programs, and immediate response to the threat to life and property by a dedicated volunteer firefighting force that is well trained and properly equipped to provide a level of quality service and expertise that is second to none.'
Contact Information
City of Arroyo Grande
Division of Fire and Emergency Services
140 Traffic Way
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Phone: (805) 473-5490
Fax: (805) 489-0348
Department Staff
Mike Hubert, Fire Chief, Cities of Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach
Riki Heath, Batallion Chief
Nancy Haglund, Executive Secretary
Randy Steffan, Captain
Steve Whitney, Captain
Paul Quinlan, Captain
Patrick Irey, Engineer
Joseph Silva, Engineer
John King, Engineer