[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Agawam 12-21-1972
as § 7-1 and 7-3 of the Code of the Town of Agawam. Amendments noted
where applicable.]
There is hereby established a Fire Department, consisting of a Fire
Chief, who shall be appointed by the Mayor, and such other members and personnel
as the Mayor shall determine.
The Fire Department shall be charged with safety of the town with regard
to fires and associated hazards.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Former § 7-2, Exemptions from jury duty
of firemen, was repealed as per MGL C.234A, § 3.
Any member of the Fire Department who has at least five years of service
in the Department may reside outside of the town, provided that he/she resides
within the commonwealth and within 10 miles of the limits of the town.