Fire Stations

Fire Department
The City Fire Department provides complete firefighting capabilities, vehicle extrication and rescue capabilities, medical response with 15 NREMT’s and 4 emergency medical responders, and haz-mat response to the Operations level. Public Safety Center (PSC) is our main station and is located at 211 West Walnut. The PSC houses Engine 11, Ladder 12, and our Rescue 14. This facility was purchased in 2014 and while the crews have been sleeping, eating, and working out of this facility. the garages were built in 2022 and dedicated April 14, 2022.  Both apparatus contain a full heavy duty extrication set for rescue calls, as well as air bags. Both apparatus are extended cab units with intercom systems, equipped with Thermal Imaging Cameras, Knox Box systems and all ISO mandated equipment.   Station 1 is…
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Smoke Detectors

Fire Department
Follow these tips to help save your life & property from fire: For minimum protection, install a smoke detector outside of each bedroom or sleeping area in your home. Keep your bedroom doors closed while you are asleep. Better, install detectors on every level of your home. Keep your smoke detectors properly maintained. Test them once a week to ensure that the detectors are working properly. Every Spring and Fall when you change your clocks, remember to change your smoke alarm batteries. Use only the type of batteries recommended on the detector. Develop an escape plan and review the plan with all members of the family frequently. Be aware that children and elderly people may need special assistance should a fire occur. Establish a meeting place outside the house for…
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Preparedness Tips

Emergency Management
The Bolivar Office of Emergency Management encourages you to have plans and supplies to fend for yourself for 72 hours after a major emergency. Bolivar has eight(8) storm sirens situated throughout the community that will sound for three minutes under a Tornado Warning issues by the National Weather Service that affects Bolivar proper. There will then be a three minute pause before the sirens start again. There is no all clear. Watch local media or the EM FB page for updates during a storm. If you hear the sirens going off, seek shelter and monitor weather broadcasts. You can also sign up for local alerts by downloading Smart911 on your smart phone, or going to https://www.smart911.com/smart911/registration/registrationLanding.action?cdnExternalPath= to sign up for emergency alerts on your cell phone, home phone, email or…
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KNOX Box Program

Fire Department
The City of Bolivar and the Bolivar Fire Department along with local businesses participate in the KNOX Box program. This program ensures quick access to a business in case of emergency all the while ensuring the business complete security. You can order you knox box online by going to https://www.knoxbox.com/ and searching for BCFD, or you can call BCFD for any questions and contact Chief Brent Watkins at firechief@bolivar.mo.us.
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Apparatus

Fire Department
Engine 11 Engine 11 is a 2014 Ferrara MVP built engine on an custom Chassis. It contains a 750 gallon tank with a 1750 gpm pump. It is used as a first out apparatus for fire alarms. Ladder 12 Ladder 12 is our 2015 Ferrara MVP 77' aerial . It has a 2000 gallon pump. This truck contains a 300 gallon booster tank and an adjustable waterway. Rescue 14 Rescue 14 is a 2022 Ford 550 truck equipped with medical and extrication equipment. This truck is our response vehicle for medical calls and mutual aid. This apparatus contains a 1500 gpm pump, 300 gallon water tank and a 30 gallon foam tank. This apparatus went in service in Oct. 2022. Engine 13 Engine 13 is a 1999 Precision engine. It has a 1000 gallon tank…
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Bolivar City Fire Department Facebook Page

Fire Department
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Burning Brush Piles

Fire Department
Burning within the City of Bolivar is allowed with a few restrictions. These include burning building material or other items not allowed by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.  Burning natural brush piles is allowed so long that the pile is smaller than 10' wide, by 10' deep, by 5' high. No trash, treated lumber, or non-natural materials are allowed to burn. Prior to burning, please contact Polk Co. Dispatch so that we may know you are burning and not respond emergency. It is required that an adult over 18 stay with the burn pile and have a hose with them in case any issues arise. If there are complaints of smoke from your fire, you will be required to extinguish your fire. If you have any questions please contact…
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BCFD Honor Guard

Fire Department
Bolivar Fire Department is proud to have a 4 man honor guard to represent our department and the communityThis group marches in local parades, represents BCFD at the state wide firefighter memorial service, and other events throughout the year. For information regarding this group, contact Chief Brent Watkins at firechief@bolvar.mo.us.
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Crisis Intervention Team

Police
Polk County Area Crisis Intervention Team Mission Statement: “We are dedicated to serving individuals who are mentally ill, developmentally disabled or experiencing trauma by dispatching trained officers who partner with community agencies to resolve the situation in a manner that supports the well-being of all.” Here is a closer look at Crisis Intervention  
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Links

Fire Department
Helpful links if you have general interest other aspects of the fire service or other helpful policy links.   Please follow this link to find out more about the Missouri Fire Sprinkler Coalition Summit! http://www.firesprinklerinitiative.org/state-coalitions/missouri.aspx Also check out the National Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition for additional resources! http://www.homefiresprinkler.org/ At this link you will be able to learn about kitchen safety and other safety issues: https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/preventing-kitchen-fires/
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Renting Parks and Pavilions

Parks & Recreation
PARK & PAVILION SCHEDULES SUMMER HOURS:      APRIL 1-SEPT 30 **GATES OPEN & 7:30AM** PARK CLOSES @ 8:30 10-3                                                                             3-8 PAV #1             $20                                                      PAV #1             $25 PAV #2             $15                                                      PAV #2             $20 PAV #3             $15                                                      PAV #3             $20 PAV #4             $15                                                      PAV #4             $20   WINTER HOURS:        OCT 1-MAR 31 **GATES OPEN @ 6AM** PARK CLOSES @ 5:30PM 10-3 ONLY PAV #1             $20 PAV #2             $15 PAV #3             $15 PAV #4             $15
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Utility Forms

Documents / Forms Center, Utilities
Below are documents in .pdf format: 2020 Water Sewer Rates2019 Water Sewer Rates   Water Sewer Account Agreement- BusinessWater Sewer Account Agreement- IndividualWater Sewer Account Agreement- Landlord   ACH Authorization for Direct PaymentsWater Sewer Confidentiality FormWater Sewer Cosigner Agreement in Lieu of deposit Download
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Links:

Emergency Management
Missouri Department of Homeland Security National Weather Service Polk County Health Center Missouri State Highway Patrol SEMA (State Emergency Management Agency) FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) US Dept of Homeland Security
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Training Policies and Procedures:

Fire Department
Requirements to be a volunteer are: o   18 yrs of age o   Pass background check and drug/alcohol screening o   Score a 4.0 or greater on the physical capacity test o   Possess a valid operator’s license and have automobile insurance o   Be able to perform the normal functions expected of a firefighter o   Possess a high school diploma or a GED Requirements for a full-time position o   MO Firefighter I & II certification o   AT LEAST emergency medical responder certification o   Pass the physical firefighter screening test with a minimum score o   All the requirements listed for volunteers above ALL members must pass NIMS 700, 800, 100, 200.  Captains must add NIMS 300, and White Hats (Chief Officers) add NIMS 400. ALL members must pass a CEVO defensive driving class or you will not…
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Utility Rates/Payment Info

Utilities
City of Bolivar Water & Sewer Services Corrected 2020 water sewer ratesCity of Bolivar Water & Sewer Services The City of Bolivar currently maintains Water & Sewer services for its citizens. City Utilities Office Hours of operation are Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.  (more…)
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Golf Course

Parks & Recreation
The City's Municipal Golf Course has recently come under City Management after being leased and operated as the Bolivar Golf Club for more than 30 years.  Located 1506 W. Broadway St., it is a beautiful 9 hole course offering play to all ages featuring "Two for Twenty Dollar Tuesdays" and monthly specials.  Memberships are available by contacting the Golf Course or City Hall at 417-326-2489.
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