Welcome to RITA

RITA supports the Rogue Valley Fire Chiefs Association and local fire and EMS agencies, with training to deliver the best possible public safety.  RITA also serves as a regional association for the Oregon Fire Instructors Association.

RITA is comprised of Public Safety Training Officers in Jackson and Josephine County who meet on the Third Thursday of every month.

RITA Meeting Locations - 2008
RITA Goals  2008-9
Officer Goals - 2008-9

PRESIDENT:  Dan Petersen, Deputy Chief, MFD
VICE PRESIDENT:  Arlen Blenkush, Division Chief, JCFD #3
SECRETARY: Chris Wolfard, Operations Chief, Applegate Fire District
TREASURER:  Dave Blakely, Training Chief, RMFD
MEMBER AT LARGE: Greg Case, Division Chief, Ashland Fire