Fort Payne Fire Rescue, governed by the City of Fort Payne in Alabama, provides a range of fire protection and prevention services. It operates fire stations with a staff of more than 30 individuals. The department also offers emergency medical and specializes rescue solutions. Fort Payne Fire Rescue provides vehicle extrication and confined space and trench rescue services. In addition, it offers hazardous materials response solutions. The department maintains a training center. The City of Fort Payne operates police, education, public works, sanitation, and parks and recreation departments. It also maintains city council and hall. The city government s inspections and zoning department is responsible for the processing of construction and zoning permit requests.