IAFF Local 2786 was established in Howland Township in August of 1980. The original membership consisted of 13 fire-fighters. Since then our membership has grown to 24 members strong.

The purpose of the organization is to promote the well being of it’s membership, and to provide monetary contributions as well as charitable services to the community of Howland Township. To these ends the organization has successfully donated considerable energies to organizations such as The Children's Rehab Center, The American Cancer Society Relay For Life, New Life Maternity Home, MDA and a number of other community oriented charitable organizations.

Officers:
President: Randy Stottlemire
Vice President: Luke Kuzma
Secretary Treasurer: Ted Luman

Executive Board:
Lance Blair
Brian Pugh
Brian Bellus