The Board of Directors administers the affairs of the Highlands Fire District (HFD) acting on behalf of its citizens to ensure smooth and efficient operation of the Fire District. The Fire Board conducts business in compliance with a multitude of state laws, many of which were enacted in Chapter 5 of Title 48 of Arizona Revised Statutes. The Fire Board is responsible for employing the Fire Chief to manage all aspects of the District.

Chief Todd Miller serves as the District’s Fire Chief. He oversees all personnel, and formulates management strategies to ensure the proper, efficient, and ethical completion of organizational goals. In addition to providing leadership and oversight for operational functions, he takes an active role to promote public awareness and provide support to organizations and programs for the advancement of public safety throughout the State.

The Highlands Fire District Board of Director approved the FY 2026 Budget at the June 17, 2025 Fire Board meeting.

Administrative Services supports District operations through human resources, records management, and administrative coordination. This includes employee benefits administration, preparation of Board materials and meeting minutes, and support of the PSPRS Local Board. The department also manages official records in compliance with Arizona public records laws, processes public records requests, and maintains the District’s website and communications.

Arizona law requires all officers and public bodies to maintain records reasonably necessary to provide an accurate accounting of their official…