Josh Hale has been the Fire Chief of New Haven-Adams Township since August 2016.  In January 2022, East Central Fire & EMS Protection Territory was created.  Josh was appointed to lead this new organization.  During his time in this new role, Josh has learned the importance of building relationships with various community partners while growing the fire territory's team of Fire and EMS professionals.  

As a member of the Allen County Council, it is imperative to create relationships with the county department heads to truly understand the varied financial needs of our county.  Josh has already had the opportunity to work with several of these departments including but not limited to: Homeland Security, the Board of Health, the Building Department, and the Sheriff's Office.  

Josh has a proven track record working with Governing Boards, City Council, Township Boards, and Volunteer Corporations.  

Understanding the critical roles of each department and how that role impacts the community of Allen County is both work and a commitment Josh is prepared to take head on.