"My background as a full-time and volunteer professional fire fighter and chief officer brings a wide range of knowledge into the delivery of fire suppression and fire prevention services, hazardous materials mitigation, EMS, rescue, leadership and day-to-day management. I am committed to maximizing our fire department capabilities from the perspective of both staff and citizens. In that regard I am proud to have been the catalyst for our citizen task force. Their recommendations continue to be an integral part of our planning, operations and overall mission."