Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "fire department" means a fire department established by a county, city, town, or township, including a fire protection district under IC 36-8-11 or a fire protection territory established under IC 36-8-19. The term does not include a volunteer fire department. As added by P.L.140-2017, SEC.1.
"Fire department"
Ind. Code § 36-8-2.2-3, under Firefighter Representation.
Ind. Code § 36-8-2.2-3