Mission Statement
The Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District #1 is commited
to excellence, integrity, and caring in the performance of emergency
fire, medical, or rescue service. We are commited to continuing to fulfill
the needs of our residents by providing as amny aspects of fire, medical,
and rescue assistance as possible. OUr purpose is to save lives, reduce
injuries,a nd protect property. We will continue to foster supportive
relationships among all volunteer members of the District and recognize
their ongoing enhancement of professional competence and personal growth.
We will continue to provide leadership in the community to enhance the
safety, health, and welfare of all District residents. We will maintain
equipment and facilities with responsible fiscal management.
Map of district
District Boundaries
Approximately 80+ square miles starting at the Wisconsin state line
(excluding the City of South Beloit) and on the East by Boone County
line and on the West along Dorr Road continuing south along Old River
Road West between Roscoe Road and Gleasman Road and then it follows
the Rock River South to approximately Langley Road across East to Minns
Drive at Harlem-High School. North to Hwy 173 to I-90 and connects with
a line intersecting Carradale Road at the Boone County line. We also
provide protection to parts of Manchester Township Area (North Boone
District) under a contract agreement.
District Background
The Harlem-Roscoe Fire District consists of mainly
a bedroom community, sprinkled through the center area with commercial,
retail, and light manufacturing, serving approximately 25,000 residents.
We have the I-90 Tollway, Route 173, Highway 251, a
Railroad, and the Rock River running through the district. The district
has one High School (Harlem High School) of over 2000 students, seven
K-8 Grade Schools, and a number of preschools located within our district.
The district is made up of parts of Machesney Park,
Roscoe, Rockton, unincorporated Argyle, and some rural unincorporated
county areas.
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