Our Commitment to You

At Poudre Fire Authority (PFA), we believe that trust is earned through our actions, our words, and our unwavering commitment to the people we serve. Our Mission, Vision, and Principles (MVP) define who we are, what we stand for, and how we serve our community — today and into the future.

"When you join PFA, you join a family, become part of a team, and commit to a higher standard as a public servant. To join the fire service means upholding a special trust that has been given to us by the community we serve, as well as by each other."
— Fire Chief Derek Bergsten

PFA is more than a fire department. We are a team, a family, and a partner to our community. Our MVP is a reflection of that identity, a living document that outlines the values we uphold and the culture we cultivate within our organization.

It speaks to how we:

• Support one another as a team and family,

• Train and grow together to meet the evolving needs of our community,

• Make thoughtful, people-centered decisions guided by shared principles.

We believe our greatest strength is our people. That’s why the MVP was created by a diverse team from across all ranks, divisions, and specialties within PFA. It represents our collective voice and shared purpose.

Published in early 2023, the 4th Edition of the MVP is not a final product, it's a dynamic guide that will grow and evolve, just as our community and organization do.

We invite you to learn more about what drives us, connects us, and shapes the way we serve. Because at the heart of everything we do is our commitment to you — our community.

Read the Poudre Fire Authority Mission, Vision, Principles.