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About FCABC
Mission, Vision & History
Uniting Broward County's fire chiefs through shared purpose, professional excellence, and regional collaboration.
Mission
To support those responsible for the provision of fire, emergency medical and rescue services in Broward County through the exchange of ideas, knowledge and experience.
Vision
Lead the nation in the quality of services provided by Broward County Fire-Rescue Departments.
Values
Teamwork
Integrity
Excellence
Professionalism
Last updated on March 17th, 2026 at 04:06 pm
History
The Fire Chiefs Association of Broward County (FCABC) is an organization dedicated to further the professional advancement of fire, emergency medical and rescue service and serve as a unifying body for the fire chiefs of Broward County. Established in 1996, the association serves as the recognized Broward County Fire Chiefs' association with the goals of seamless service provision, regional collaboration, professional development and advocacy for fire-rescue services.
31
Municipalities Represented
1.91M
Combined Population Served
Executive Board
Meet the leadership of the Fire Chiefs' Association of Broward County.
President
Stephen Krivjanik
City of Oakland Park
1st Vice President
Roberto Torres
City of Lauderhill
2nd Vice President
Jorge Gonzalez
Town of Davie
Treasurer
Roberto Lorenzo
City of Margate
Secretary
Marcelino Rodriguez
City of Pembroke Pines
Past Presidents
Honoring the leaders who have shaped FCABC's legacy.
Julie Downey
Town of Davie
Chad Brocato
Retired Pompano Beach Fire Rescue
Frank Babinec
Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department
Thomas DiBernardo
Sunrise Fire Rescue
Anthony Stravino
BSO Fire Rescue
Mark Curran
Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department
Donald DiPetrillo
Seminole Tribe of Florida
Norman Rynning
Sunrise Fire Rescue
David Donzella
Lighthouse Point Fire Rescue
Dan Sullivan
Hallandale Beach Fire Rescue
Ed Curran
Lauderhill Fire Rescue
Garry Westbrook
Margate Fire Rescue
John McNamara
Sunrise Fire Rescue
Subcommittees
Specialized Working Groups
Eleven dedicated subcommittees driving training, safety, and operational excellence across Broward County.
Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH)
Bridging emergency response and long-term care through proactive community outreach.
Community Emergency Response Team
CERT Program Managers from Broward County coordinating training, deployments, and planned events.
Training & Education
Representatives from Training Divisions across every Fire Rescue agency and local educational institutions.
Safety and Health
Addressing all matters relating to safety and health issues facing first responders countywide.
PIO – Subcommittee Chair
Public Information Officer for the FCABC, leading communications since 2018.
EMS Subcommittee – Chair
Discussing relevant EMS issues across Broward County, South Florida, and the State.
Emergency Management
Analyzing emerging trends to prepare for all-hazard natural and man-made disasters.
Fire Prevention
All Fire Code Officials in Broward County, including the Board of Rules and Appeals and School Board.
Mutual Aid and Communications
Improving and enhancing communications between the 19 fire departments in Broward County.
HazMat / Special OPS
Monthly coordination with the four county teams and Regional partners from Miami.