White River Township Fire Department
Michael Arany has extensive work experience in the field of fire and safety administration. Michael started their career in 2008 at ElectroTek Consultants as a Forensic Consultant/Investigator. In 2011, they joined the White River Township Fire Department as a Fire Marshal and later became the Deputy Chief of Administration in January 2018.
Michael Arany obtained a Bachelor of Science in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology from Eastern Kentucky University from 2007 to 2008.
White River Township Fire Department
We currently serve a twenty-six square mile area with a population of approximately 35,000 people. The area includes a large commercial strip on State Road 135, four elementary schools, two middle schools, several large churches, three large assisted living facilities, multiple apartment complexes, and thousands of single family homes. The District spans two major highways, State Road 37 and State Road 135, which are both major thoroughfares for Indianapolis commuter traffic. The Department employs 150+ individuals in five different divisions which include full-time firefighters, part-time firefighters and associate members. Although staffing varies, it typically involves around twenty-one on-duty firefighters per day and eight to ten office staff during the week. MISSION, VISION and FOCUS The strategy developed by the District includes a mission and vision to protect the lives and property of the community, which helps the department to focus on serving the community through innovation and excellence. The department also strives to grow to meet the needs of the community while continuing on a financially solid foundation.