8. Fire Department Promotion - Kirk PedersonKALISPELL FIRE DEPARTMENT
Randy Brodehl - Fire Chief
Jim Stewart - Assistant Chief/Prevention
Dee McCluskey Assistant Chief/Operations
Date 3/31/2004
REPORT Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM Randy Brodehl, Fire Chief
SUBJECT Promotion of Kirk Pederson to Lieutenant
MEETING DATE 4/2/2004
PO Box 1997
31.2 First Avenue East
Kalispell, Montana 59903-1997
(406)758-7760
FAX, (406) 758-7952
BACKGROUND: Kirk Pederson joined the Kalispell Fire Department on February 28, 1994,
Kirk is the Kalispell Fire Department's coordinator for the car seat program. His involvement in this
partnership between the Fire Department and The Summit has been instrumental in reducing child
death and injuries throughout our community. He also leads the breathing apparatus maintenance
program, ensuring that this crucial element of firefighter safety is always in its highest readiness
state. Kirk has been promoted to Lieutenant, filling the position vacated by the promotion of Steve
Herman to Captain. Kirk is an inspiration to his peers and possesses a natural leadership that is a
benefit for the department both on the fireground and in the station.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Council recognizes Lieutenant Kirk Pederson, and congratulates him on
his successful promotion.
Brodeh , Fire Chief
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Chris Kukulski, City Manager
"_Assisting our community in reducing, preventing, and mitigating emergencies. "