Bushnell’s Basin Fire Association is recognized by our 

community as:

• A model of excellence in providing services through mitigation, prevention, and education.
• A Department that is synonymous with the team leadership.
• A Department that fosters an environment of involvement, trust and cohesion.
• A Department that is responsive to the needs and concerns of our community.

 

• To acquire and own fire and emergency apparatus of any kind or nature for use in the protection of persons and property from injury, loss, damage or destruction by fire or other perils.
• To provide suitable quarters for the use of the members of the organization in connection with the housing of fire or emergency apparatus for a place of meeting for the members of the organization and for the social and recreational use of such members.
• To provide fire protection and emergency services to the territory in which the operations of the organization are principally conducted and to the territory protected by the Mutual Aid System.
• To foster interest in all matters of the Volunteer Fire Service and in the welfare of volunteer firefighters.
• To inculcate love of country, good citizenship, civic virtue and self-sacrifice, and to perpetuate the spirit which from the earliest days has actuated volunteer firefighters in the rendition of service of the highest type in the protection of life from fire and other perils without hope of fee or reward. ¹

In a way that

• Accomplishes our mission through prevention, education, fire suppression, medical services, code enforcement, rescue skills, and other related emergency and non-emergency activities.
• Demonstrates active participation in our community, serves as a role model, and strives to effectively and efficiently utilize all of the necessary resources at our command to provide a product deemed excellent by  our citizens.
• Embraces our Five Core Values and Principles, which demonstrates our belief that our greatest and most  valuable resource is the membership within our organization.
• Promotes proactive involvement with Town, State and Federal agencies to advance the initiatives for strong leadership.
• Continuously strive to improve the safety and the well being of the residents of the Town of Perinton

 

• So that

The public unmistakably perceives the actions of the Bushnell’s Basin Fire Association, Inc. as a Class ‘A’ organization in which there is absolute confidence.

1. Bushnell’s Basin Fire Association Inc. Constitution, 1940

• Respect and protect the sanctity of the family.
• Respect each other as individuals and members of the team.
• Treat others with respect, even when differences occur.
• Value and support human difference.
• Respect the talent and potential of each person.
• Avoid public displays of anger and criticism of others.
• Maintain a PMA (Positive Mental Attitude).

Uncompromising Integrity

• Demonstrate honest and ethical behavior.
• Show a high degree of personal integrity at all times.
• Level with people using open and honest two-way communications.
• Always keeps the success of the organization in mind.
• Give credit where credit is due.

Trust

• Seek support and assistance from others.
• Share information freely and use open and honest two-way communications.
• Trust others to do their jobs. Confidence adds value.
• Stand by others when risks are taken.
• Follow through on assignments and keep promises.

Credibility

• Take personal responsibility for our own actions.
• Admit mistakes.
• Make realistic commitments to others (avoid over-committing).
• Deliver on commitments

Continuous Improvement and Personal Renewal

• Encourage open and honest two-way communication. Listen, respond, and act.
• Continually learn and develop as individuals and as team members.
• Encourage and recognize new ideas.
• Confront stagnation, seek, and encourage improvement.
• Strive for excellence.
• Remain positive and build on experiences, both positive and negative.

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