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Parowan fire and police chiefs report staffing, equipment, and 2025 call totals
Summary
Fire Chief Alan Cavalieri and Police Chief Addison Adams updated the council on department readiness: the fire department noted turnout‑gear gaps and six recruits attending training; the police department reported 2,741 calls in 2025 and 311 training hours.
Fire Chief Alan Cavalieri told the council the fire department operates two structural engines, a 50‑foot ladder truck, and recently identified equipment maintenance needs including leaks; 15 of 26 firefighters have turnout gear within the 10‑year age requirement. He highlighted acquisitions of wildland turnouts and 40 pairs of suppression boots, and credited training officer Brad Benson for bi‑weekly training sessions. Chief Cavalieri noted six recruits are attending Firefighter 1 school and emphasized ongoing efforts to improve ISO rating and response times.
Police Chief Addison Adams reported the department handled 2,741 calls for service in 2025 with six officers—about 237 reports per officer—down from about 285 the prior year. Adams provided a category breakdown: 316 property crimes, 178 crimes against people, 33 drug/alcohol crimes, 477 medical emergencies, 286 agency assists, and 718 neighborhood preservation calls. He also said the department logged 311 training hours in 2025, exceeding the state‑mandated 240 hours.
Why it matters: Public‑safety capacity, training, and equipment directly affect emergency response and community safety. The reports identify near‑term equipment and training needs staff will continue to address.
