About Us

The Michigan City Fire Department is dedicated to ensuring community safety through emergency response and fire prevention. We prioritize education and work closely with residents to promote safety awareness. Our team is highly trained and ready to serve, fostering a strong partnership with the community.

Committed to Safety, Service, and Community

At the Michigan City Fire Department, we’re committed to protecting lives, property, and the community through exceptional emergency response, fire prevention, and public safety education. Our team of highly trained firefighters and EMTs provides rapid assistance during fires, medical emergencies, and disasters.

We also perform fire safety inspections, enforce fire codes, and offer outreach programs to promote safety awareness in our neighborhoods.

Through continuous training and collaboration with local organizations, we work to ensure a safer, more prepared environment for everyone in Michigan City. Our dedication to innovation, professionalism, and compassionate service guides everything we do as we strive to protect and serve with integrity.

Core Values & Principles

We are committed to protecting lives, property, and the community through emergency response, fire prevention, and public safety education. Built on courage, integrity, and professionalism, our firefighters and EMTs serve Michigan City residents and businesses with dedication.

Courage

We face every challenge with bravery, risking our lives to protect the community and respond to emergencies without hesitation.

Pride

We uphold the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability, ensuring trust and transparency in all our actions.

Honor

We take great honor in our profession, striving for excellence in every duty we perform and remaining committed to serving with dedication.

Respect

We treat everyone with dignity, fostering a culture of teamwork, inclusivity, and mutual appreciation within the department and the community.

MCFD Leadership

Our team consists of skilled professionals dedicated to ensuring community safety. We respond to emergencies with expertise, provide safety education, and work together to protect and serve Michigan City.

Barrett Taylor

Barrett Taylor

Chief

Shannon Borders

Shannon Borders

Deputy Chief of Operations

Frank Rebac

Frank Rebac

Deputy Chief of Administration

Jeff Bruder

Jeff Bruder

Fire Marshal

William Sonntag

William Sonntag

Training Officer

Tia Free

Tia Eckwood

Public Information Officer

Join Our Team

Join the Michigan City Fire Department and become part of a dedicated team committed to protecting and serving the community. We’re looking for motivated individuals to help make a difference through courageous work and professional training.