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10/15/24 - Moving Up the Ladder

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Chief Miller congratulated  Firefighter McIntrye for sucessfully passing the final check-off on his Engineer Taskbook. He is now qualified as an Acting Engineer, which greatly increases our capacity and flexibility to keep staffing at adequate levels.

Thank you for your efforts! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                       

10/15/24 - Our newest GFR Firefighter Academy Graduate

Chief Miller recognized Charlie Greenwald for her successful completion of  the GFR Firefighter Academy. A-Shift is thrilled to add a hard working firefighter like Charlie to the crew, and they look forward to the future.  Chief Miller also thanked Captain Modrell for taking on the role of HFD's  Cadre Instructor and everyone involved in training and support of these accomplishments. 

Congratulations Charlie!

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Chief Miller and A-Shift


09/17/24 - Paramedic Graduate

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Engineer Chris Sanchez and Erika

Chief Miller recognized Engineer Chris Sanchez for his efforts to graduate from Paramedic Course. He has dedicated countless hours this year to become another ALS provider for the district and serve our community. We are grateful to have firefighters like him!

 

 

 

 

 

 

08/20/24 - Firefighters Recognized

Chief Miller recognized Firefighters Carillo and Dunlap for successful completion of their Firefighter Skills Evaluaton and completion of their probationary year with HFD. Congratulations!

Chief Miller also recognized Firefighter Dunlap for being accepted into the next paramedic class.

 

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Firefighter Clayton Carrillo
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Firefighter Kaden Dunlap

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

07/16/24 - It's an Honor

Chief Miller announced two new members to our Honor Guard ranks, Firefighter Jacob McIntyre and Firefighter Louis Hawkins recently completed the Honor Guard Academy in Prescott and served in honoring the Granite Mountain 19 on the 11th anniversary of their passing.


Thank you for stepping up to fill this roll! Honor the fallen, honor the flag.
 

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06/22/24 - Promotional Ceremony

A promotional ceremony was held to recognize Battalion Chief Josh Pond and Engineer Chris Sanchez. These promotions occurred a while back, but we wanted to ceremoniously recognize them and hold an event for their families, as well.

Congratulations on your promotion!

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Engineer Chris Sanchez
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HFD Honor Guard
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Battalion Chief Josh Pond

03/19/24 - Firefighters Recognized 

Chief Miller recognized Firefighters Aguirre, Hawkins, and McIntyre for successful completion of their GFR 4th Quarter Probationary Firefighter Skills Evaluation and completion of their probationary year with HFD.

Your hard work has paid off. Congratulations!

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Firefighter Faith Aguirre
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Firefighter Jacob McIntrye
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Firefighter Louis Hawkins

02/20/24   - Apparatus Committee

Chief Miller recognized the Apparatus Committee for their efforts in building the Type 6 Engine and developing specifications for the Type 1 and 3 Engine purchases. The committee is led by Engineer Reed; members include Chief C. Pond, Captain Modrell,  Captain Monreal, and  Captain True. A new Type 1 Engine has been ordered, and personnel are excited for its arrival. 

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Engineer Clayton Ahrendt
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Captain Bryan Monreal
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Captain  Casey Modrell
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Captain Eric True
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Battalion Chief Chris Pond
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Engineer Eric Reed

01/24/24 - Fire Chief's Performance Review

Tom Hancak, Chair of the Fire Board, was very complimentary in his description of Chief Miller’s performance, especially for his leadership. Chairperson Hanecak believes that Chief Miller supports his staff and the District and encourages everybody to grow and develop. Chairperson Hanecak would like to see this amazing performance continue.

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 Fire Chief Todd Miller

 Congratulations Chief on a job well done!