Of prime importance in any community is the quality of the safety personnel
and facilities. Through the work of dedicated officials, Fitzgerald continues
its efficient and dedicated commitment to the service of its citizens.
Fitzgerald Police
Department
Consisting of 28 full-time, duly sworn officers, the Police Department
serves as the main body of law enforcement in the city. There are also
eight support personnel and one court officer on staff. Headquarters,
including the office of Chief Bill
Smallwood, are located at 255 Appomattox Rd. The FPD occupies a precinct
in the Roanoke Homes area and plans to open a second precinct soon. For
non-emergencies, call (229) 426-5000.
Fitzgerald Fire Department
The Fitzgerald Fire Department, whose 22 fire fighters and officers are
guided by Chief Jay Whitley, provides a superb service to our community.
Currently, the city's fire classification is 4. Equipment and training
in the fire department are constantly being upgraded to ensure our town
is well protected. For example, the FFD is now developing a hazardous
materials (hazmat) unit equipped to handle industrial/chemical emergencies.
The Ben Hill County Volunteer Fire Department, with its six stations,
also serves Fitzgerald.
Fitzgerald Fire Department
315 East Pine Street
Fitzgerald, Georgia 31750
(229) 426-5030
Ben Hill Volunteer Fire Department
715 North Johnston Street
Fitzgerald, Georgia 31750
(229) 423-8081 | 