The city of Maricopa fire/medical department is authorized to respond to all calls for emergency service within the corporate limits of the city, including responses to environmental emergencies. Whenever assistance or mutual aid is requested outside the corporate limits of the city, such response will follow guidelines as set forth in any mutual aid agreements, departmental policies, or as deemed necessary to protect lives and property. [Ord. 18-09 § 1; Res. 18-24; Code 2004 § 3-114.]