Awards & Recognition Ceremony Breakfast
We had a great turnout for our Awards & Recognition Ceremony Breakfast, where we took time to recognize the incredible work being done across the department It was a special morning celebrating the firefighters and staff who go above and beyond every day to serve the Fayetteville community.
Thank you to everyone who came out to support their fellow crew members and help make the event such a great success A special thank you to our sponsor Ten-8 Fire & Safety for supporting the breakfast, and to the families who joined us and continue to stand behind our personnel day in and day out.
Congratulations again to all of this year’s award recipients we are proud of each of you and grateful for the work you do
Photo highlights on page 6-7
GrabCity FOOLS Search Class
Firefighters Noah Montonda, Chris Compton, and Noah Maupin recently attended the GrabCity FOOLS “Search Over EVERYTHING” hands-on training in Columbus, GA The class focused on improving search tactics, including search mentality, body mechanics, VES, TIC use, ladder throws, and searching ahead of the hoseline.
The training emphasized aggressive and efficient victim searches on the fireground Great job to Noah, Chris, and Noah for taking the initiative to train and represent Fayetteville Fire
VFW Public Safety “Service of the Year” Award
Anniversaries TRAINING
Captain Michael Greene - 20 yrs
FF Aiden Hill - 5 years
BC Chief Sean Venza - 30 years
Congratulations to Alex Chisum for being recognized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) with their Public Safety Service of the Year Award This award highlights individuals who go above and beyond in service to their community
Alex’s dedication, work ethic, and commitment to serving the citizens of Fayetteville truly represent the best of our department It’s always great to see one of our own recognized for the work they do every day
Birthdays
FF Harrison Stanford 3/11
LT Erran Brown 3/29
FF Robert Eidson 3/7
LT Levi Hill 3/5
LT Sam Lindsey 3/20
FF Matt Noel 3/6
FF Dustin Samples 3/9
FF Keith Baney 3/22
FF Colin Merkison 3/6
FF Andre Risby 3/4
February Station Statistics
STATION 91
Station 91 responded to 182 calls for service
Average Response Time: 4:28
Turnout Time: 1:01
Average On Scene Time: 21:14
STATION 92
Station 92 responded to 58 calls for service
Average Response Time: 5:34
Turnout Time: 1:35
Average On Scene Time: 26:54
STATION 93
Station 93 responded to 101 calls for service
Average Response Time: 7:23
Turnout Time: 1:10
Average On Scene Time: 34:08
COMMUNITY EVENT HIGHLIGHT – HEARTS & HEROES GALA
Members of C-Shift recently participated in the Hearts & Heroes Gala, attending as special hero guests and bringing a fire apparatus to support the event The evening celebrated and supported local students and families, while giving attendees the opportunity to interact with firefighters and learn more about the work they do in the community
Thank you to C-Shift for representing the department and continuing to strengthen the connection between the Fayetteville Fire Department and the community we serve
Firehouse Subs Foundation Grant Award
On Monday, February 2, 2026, representatives from the Fayetteville Firehouse Subs and the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation visited the department to present the Fayetteville Fire Department with a check for nearly $40,000 to support the purchase of life saving rescue equipment. The new equipment will be placed on the department’s Rescue 92, which was added to the fleet in 2025
We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from Firehouse Subs and their Foundation Their generosity helps ensure our crews have the tools they need to respond effectively and safely when our community needs us most
A Message From the Chief
Spring Into Safety – March Reminder
As you set your clocks forward for daylight saving time, take a few minutes to complete important home safety checks The Fayetteville Fire Department encourages residents to test smoke alarms, inspect cords and outlets, and clean dryer vents to help reduce common fire hazards
AAs we move into the spring season, I want to thank each of you for the dedication you continue to bring to this department The professionalism and teamwork shown across every shift truly reflect the strength of the Fayetteville Fire Department
March brings new training opportunities and continued community engagement I encourage everyone to stay focused on readiness, training, and supporting one another.
I’m proud of the work being done across the department and grateful to serve alongside such a dedicated team
Stay safe and take care of each other
Chief Black
Policy Spotlight
Policy 500 outlines the requirements for documenting patient responses and ensuring accurate, timely medical reporting A Patient Care Report (PCR) must be completed for every patient contact, including patients treated and released, refusals of care, inter-facility transports, and multi-casualty incidents Reports should be completed as soon as possible, with electronic PCRs finalized before the end of the shift and within 24 hours of the incident Accurate documentation including patient information, assessments, treatments, and crew details is essential for patient care continuity, quality improvement, and compliance with state EMS reporting requirements Personnel are encouraged to review Policy 500 to ensure all PCR documentation meets departmental standards and supports professional, consistent patient care reporting