NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

(Monroe, LA) – The City of Monroe Fire Department has once again achieved a Class One Public Fire Protection Classification following a recent evaluation by the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana (PIAL).

Monroe has maintained a Class One classification since 2002. Class One is the highest classification under PIAL’s 1 to 10 rating system and is associated with the lowest fire protection insurance premiums for residents.

The evaluation considers emergency communications, fire department operations, water supply, fire prevention, public fire education, community risk reduction and fire investigation.

PIAL also reviewed department records and inspected fire apparatus and equipment for compliance with established standards.

“A Class One rating is a reflection of the standards we hold ourselves to every day,” said Acting Fire Chief Kenneth Maxey. “It tells our community that we are prepared, equipped and ready to respond when they need us.”

Mayor Friday Ellis said the rating reflects the City’s continued investment in public safety and the work being done across departments to support fire protection.

“Achieving a Class One rating is a tremendous accomplishment for the Monroe Fire Department,” said Mayor Friday Ellis. “We are proud of the men and women who work hard to keep our community safe and provide this level of service to our residents.”