Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

38

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Florence Fire/EMS

Years With Department/Agency

5

Dept. Web Site:

http://florence-ky.gov

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Southgate
Bellevue
Cold Spring
Fort Wright
Fire District #1

My Training:

Certified KY 400 FF
IKY Instructor
EMT Instructor
4000 hours of others
BA in Management

Day Job:

This is my day (and night) job

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Joined as a "Cadet" with my buddies. It was also a family thing.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It the best occupation and/or dedication you can have

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Loss of volunteers.
Increase in training requirements.
Safety-Safety-Safety