Managing in a Cutback Environment, Bart A. Lewis, 2002
A cutback environment occurs whenever the fire department has to operate on a reduced budget. Whether it is due to the economy, politics, or some other cause, managing a department in this predicament can be especially challenging
In Managing in a Cutback Environment, Deputy Chief Bart Lewis provides a framework of management concepts to approach this often vexing problem of delivering fire services in a cutback environment. He identifies methods for developing and implementing plans to provide quality service when revenue is shrinking. These effective, cohesive techniques also help to minimize undesirable effects on both the public and fire department personnel during times of fiscal belt tightening.
Along the way, Deputy Chief Lewis offers suggestions and guidance that will help department’s accomplish another important goal: preserving the health and sanity of fire service managers.
Chapter list:
General Approaches to Cutbacks
Developing Cutback Plans
Potential Reductions
Enhancing Revenue
Coping with the Ramifications of Cutbacks
Opportunities in the Cutback Environment
6" x 9", 60 pages, softcover, ISBN: 0-87939-206-1, BM3050 / $16.50