MISSION:
Provide exceptional community-focused service
VISION:
To set the standard for public safety excellence in preparedness, emergency response, and customer service
VALUES:
Integrity - Compassion - Professionalism
Fire Administration is home to Fire Chief Josh Chadwick, along with Division Chief Todd Matthews, Division Chief Mike Brown, and Division Chief Carl Littorno. The Division Chiefs share administrative and operational duties including emergency incident command and personnel supervision.
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Chief Chadwick has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration and a Master’s Degree in Emergency Services Management.
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Division Chief Matthews began his fire service journey in 1987 as a Fire Explorer in the Boy Scouts with the Benicia Fire Department. He began his professional career in 1994 with CalFire as a seasonal Firefighter and was hired at the Benicia Fire Department in April of 1997. He worked his way up through the ranks of the Department serving as Paramedic Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, and was promoted to Division Chief in August of 2019.
Areas of Responsibility
Operations
Training
Special Operations
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Division Chief Littorno joined the Benicia Fire Department as a Firefighter/Paramedic in 2009. He promoted to Engineer in 2012 and Captain in 2018. Littorno was promoted to Division Chief in April of 2022.
Areas of Responsibility
Operations
Emergency Medical Services
Hazardous Materials Liaison
Volunteer Services
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Division Chief Bates began his career with the City of Benicia in 1994 as a lifeguard at James Lemos Swim Center. After graduating from Arizona State University, Bates joined the Benicia Fire Department as a Firefighter Paramedic in 2003. He promoted to Captain in 2019 before being promoted to Division Chief in 2024. Chief Bates has raised his family in Benicia and is a proud resident of our town.
Areas of Responsibility
Operations
Prevention
