There is hereby established and created in the
Township a Fire Department, to be known as the Springfield Township
Fire Department.
The Fire Department shall consist of such volunteer
fire companies as may be incorporated with the consent and approval
of the Township Council. Such volunteer fire companies shall be under
the supervision and control of the Council with regard to budget,
equipment, personnel, training and all other matters as they pertain
to firefighting activities within the Township.
The purpose and duty of the Fire Department
shall be to protect lives and property within the Township and, subject
to such rules and regulations as may be enacted, within neighboring
municipalities, against fire or other disasters. To accomplish this
purpose, the Fire Department shall coordinate and oversee the activities
of the volunteer fire companies.
The Council may make, amend or repeal appropriate
rules and regulations for the proper governance of the Department.