Establishment in 1944, the Bedford Township Fire Department is a public safety agency that offers a range of fire prevention programs. The department maintains a fleet of trucks, engines, tankers and other fire safety apparatus. It has various fire stations and provides information on outdoor burning regulations. The department manages a staff of firefighters and support personnel. The Bedford Township Fire Department is a part of the township of Bedford, which operates through finance, building and accessing departments. The township of Bedford also maintains planning, treasury and supervision departments. Its building department issues commercial and residential electric permits. The Bedford Township Fire Department is located in Temperance, Mich.