Wright – Tallmadge Fire Department
- Fire Chief : Mike Gavin
- Deputy Chief: Jon Alkema
- Capt. : Marty Fish, Kyle McClellan
- Lt. : James Foster, T.J. Tygesen, Matt Tucker, Kris DeWit
Click here for a Burn Permit
Persons may burn solid household waste from one and two family homes in an approved container, as long as it does not create a smoke or odor nuisance. No plastics, rubber, etc. Paper, Cardboard and Wood Only.
Burning permits are required by the State of Michigan for burning brush, etc. The burning of construction materials is prohibited.
Small recreational camp fires are permitted for food preparation or recreation.
Large “BON” fires are not permitted.
Burning permits can be obtained by calling the Fire Chief’s Office Monday thru Friday at 677-1610 or the Tallmadge Twp. Office at 677-1248.
Click on the link below for the 2022 Year End report:
Business Registry
The Wright-Tallmadge Fire Department wants to ensure they have the most up to date information regarding this facility. In order to accomplish this, we are asking all commercial and industrial locations in our response area to fill out a business registry form. Please click the link below to access the registry form.
Hydrant Access
If there is a hydrant near your home or business, please clear the snow to keep it accessible during winter.
Congratulations!
In 2020, we received the ISO analysis of our fire suppression services. Most insurers use this classification for underwriting and calculating premiums for residential, commercial and industrial properties. Our previous rating has been 06/10. Starting July 2021 our rating is now 05/10. The lower number normally indicates lower insurance premiums.
Safety and Community Relations
Many of our Fire Fighters volunteer their personal time to teach fire education and preparedness at local schools as well as civic and church organizations. Recent activities included the Open House at Tallmadge Township and the Haunted Fire Station at Wright Township. Members donate many hours of time planning and staffing these events.
Avoid Panic!
Make a plan and practice the plan NOW! Reinforce what your kids have been taught in school and by their local Fire Fighters. Specify the emergency exits from each room and set an outdoor meeting place.
Smoke and CO Detectors
Keep your family safe and minimize property damage by frequently checking the batteries.
Emergency Access on Private Driveways
There are several driveways in our jurisdiction that are overgrown with brush and trees. This makes access to these homes difficult in case of emergencies, especially for the larger trucks. We ask that homeowners clear/trim driveways to 16 feet height by 16 feet width.
Can We Find Your House?
To assist in locating your house, you can purchase a green & white reflective address sign from the Firemen’s Assoc. Cost is currently $15.00 which includes the sign and post, as well as installation. Order Forms are available at both twp. offices and online.