History and Mission
History and Mission
The Great River Fire Department was established in 1916.
The Mission of the Great River Fire Department is the protection of lives and property of the citizens of Great River from the adverse effects of fire, emergencies and hazardous situations on land or water.
The GRFD Firefighters will serve with dedication, courage, innovation, responsiveness, courtesy, caring and professionalism while performing their duties of fire and emergency response, education and prevention.
We also stand ready to support and assist other Fire and Rescue Departments through mutual aid.
Commissioners
Paul Llobell, Jr. – Chairman of the Board
William Gormley
Ronald Gibbons
Henry Leibbrandt
Harold Sundin
Joanne Sutera – Secretary
Line Officers
Thomas Sansone – Chief of Department
James Orgera – 1st Assistant Chief
James DiGiovanna – 2nd Assistant Chief
William Vogel, Jr. – Captian
Paul Llobell, III - Lieutenant
Thomas Potter – Treasurer
James Andrus - Sergeant at Arms
Steven Capobianco – Secretary
