The Cortez Fire Protection District dedicates our service to the health, safety and welfare of all who live and visit our community, and the environment.

Mission Statement

We strive to be a professional emergency service organization. Our personnel are the core of the organization, trained to the highest standards on the highest quality equipment. We work as a team to provide premier service and continue to expand our special operations to meet the future needs of our community. We are committed to being leaders and setting the standard in every aspect of our profession through service, community education and involvement. We work hard establishing and fostering partnerships with our community and surrounding agencies.

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Values

Recognizing the dedication and skill and value of all members, we will create and maintain an environment of individual safety, well-being and trust.

We are guided by:

Service to Others

Team Work

Compassion

Integrity

Safety

Honesty

Accountability

Professionalism

Respect

Diversity