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City of Santa Barbara Fire Department
Deputy Chief Retirement. After more than 27 years of service, Deputy Chief Mitch Vaughn will retire from the Fire Department on May 22, 2008. Mitch began as a Firefighter on December 9, 1980, and over the years he was promoted to the positions of Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief, and to his current rank of Deputy Chief in 1999. In 2004, Mitch began leading the Department as Acting Fire Chief following Chief Warner McGrew’s retirement. Mitch will retire to spend time with his wife Malinda at their home in Ojai, but still plans to work when needed at “off district” fire assignments. He is especially proud of his sons Aaron and Brian who are both following in their father’s footsteps with careers in the fire service. Mitch is well-respected and admired by his fellow employees and will be greatly missed. ____________________________________________________________
Welcome Aboard. Phil Faulding will be leaving the position of Fire Services Specialist (Wildland Fire Suppression Benefit Assessment District) to become a firefighter with our department. Taking his place is Amber Anderson. Amber spent four years working for CDF (now CALFIRE) as a seasonal firefighter while obtaining her Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Science. We are sure both Phil and Amber will be a success in their new assignments.
Homeowners Making a Difference By Creating a "Defensible Space." Read one homeowner’s account of her experience creating defensible space on her property (with a little help from Phil!). click here
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Wood Chips: If you have any need for wood chips on your property please call Amber Anderson at the Fire Department, 564-5737.
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 Santa Barbara City Fire now has a Child Passenger Safety Program! 80-90% of child safety seats are improperly installed. Our department now has certified installers available. Call 965-5254.
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To Contact Us:
City of Santa Barbara Fire Department
Fire Administration
121 W Carrillo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 965-5254
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