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Fire Department

The members of the Spalding County Fire Department are committed to serve the people of Spalding County by protecting their lives, environment and property through courteous and responsible services.

Our goal is to improve the quality of life by providing untiring service to training, educating, promoting fire protection and life safety through code enforcement using sound organized management skills and recognizing our people as the greatest resource and key to success.

Fire Department information

The Spalding County Fire Department and Department of Emergency Management/ Homeland Security operate with two Fire Chiefs which divide the daily operations. Chief Glenn Polk is the Fire Chief of Administration and director of Spalding County Homeland Security. Chief Mike Byrd is Fire Chief of Fire Department Operations.

Chief Polk manages the Fire Department budget, purchasing, and grants. Furthermore, is the director of Spalding County Emergency Management. He is responsible for ensuring that the department operates within its fiscal means, and we are good stewards of the public’s tax dollars. Additionally, he is responsible for ensuring Spading County is prepared for any disaster to include natural or man-made. He is responsible for administering the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan along with several other mandated plans.

Chief Byrd manages the day-to-day operations of the Spalding County Fire Department. All three shift commanders, Fire Prevention personnel, Community Risk Reduction personnel, and Training Officer report to him. He is responsible for establishing the strategic direction of the organization under the guidance of the County Manager and Board of Commissioners.

The Fire Chief oversees all department operations, with assistance from two Deputy Chiefs. Battalion Chiefs manage daily shift operations, fire suppression, personnel, and equipment across the county's seven fire stations.

The Fire Marshal handles fire investigations, inspections, and building plan reviews. The Administrative Assistant schedules fire safety classes, reviews timesheets, and prepares department correspondence.

Spalding County Fire and Administrative Complex

1005 Memorial Drive
Griffin, Georgia 30223

Phone: (770) 228-2129
Fax: (770) 228-4785

Administrative Contacts

Glenn Polk
Fire Chief (Administration)
gpolk@spaldingcounty.com
Mike Byrd
Fire Chief (Operations)
mbyrd@spaldingcounty.com
Rocky White
Fire Marshalcwhite@spaldingcounty.com
Terri Collins
Fire-Emergency Management Planner
(770) 228-2129
Fax: (770) 467-4785
tcollins@spaldingcounty.com
Marcus Goodman
Fire Training Officer
mgoodman@spaldingcounty.com
Daniel Cowles
Fire Training Officer
dcowles@spaldingcounty.com

Meet the Fire Department Administration

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Mike Byrd

Fire Chief - Fire Department Operations

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Terri Collins

Fire - Emergency Management Planner

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Daniel Cowles

Lieutenant/Fire Safety Officer

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Marcus Goodman

Fire Captain – Training Officer


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Glenn Polk

Fire Chief - Administration / Emergency Management and Emergency Management Director

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Rocky White

Fire Marshal


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Physical and mental fitness are crucial for firefighters, as fighting one house fire equates to eight hours of heavy construction work.

In Spalding County, firefighters undergo rigorous daily physical training. Additionally, they receive extensive training on knowing and
effectively using their equipment.

The Spalding County Fire Department is a member of the following professional affiliations:

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Fire Safety Tips, Resources & Useful Information

History of Spalding County Fire Department
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Areas Served by the Spalding County Department
About Us
Outdoor Burning and Burning Permit Information
FEMA - After the Fire
Spalding County Fire Department Classification