February 17, 2012

Dear Fire Service Personnel,

Establishing and/or re-evaluating our vision and mission are important. As such, your involvement in the process is requested during one of our “Fire Service Planning” days – Feb. 23 or Feb. 25. You are invited to attend to learn about our planning process and progress, but most importantly to provide your valuable input.

The statewide delivery of fire service in South Carolina has been built on a solid foundation by many great leaders, both internal and external to our system. Since January 2012, the Division of Fire and Life Safety team has been working through our strategic planning process. As our internal work continues, it is time to receive external input. It is our desire to continue the progression, while enhancing the delivery focused on outcome.

The session agenda is as follows: (Identical sessions will be conducted Feb. 23 and 25)

• 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   Introduction, Strategic Planning, Feedback
• 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.      Lunch (on your own)
• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.        Ideas, Comments, Concerns, and Questions

In closing, thank you for your service to the citizens of South Carolina and for your support of the Division of Fire and Life Safety. We will remain available both days for anyone wishing to call or come by the office. If you have questions or feedback prior to the meeting dates, please contact me.