Growth is always present with the Grand Island Fire Company. But it doesn't come about on its own. The Grand Island Fire Company is an organization of people - people who continually see growing needs and respond accordingly.

In February of 1938, a small group of men recognized the need for Island-based fire protection. The first formal meeting of interested men was held on February 10, 1938, at the home of Town Supervisor, John. L. Mesmer Jr. Ralph W. Simson, an Assistant Erie Country District Attorney and a member of the New York State Fireman’s’ Home Committee, explained to those present the necessary steps for the organization of a volunteer fire company. Supervisor Mesmer was chosen chairman of the group with Eugene G. Bucher to serve as secretary.