Chelan Fire & Rescue Recognition Awards for 2019

Chelan Fire & Rescue held their 2019 Recognition Awards Banquet on March 7 at Larc Hill Vineyard Ranch

2019 Chelan Fire & Rescue Recognition Awards

2019 Chief’s Awards – presented by Chief Mark Donnell

The 2019 Chief Award recognize members of Chelan Fire & Rescue who have significantly contributed to our mission of protecting lives and property through emergency response, training, and education.
This year we recognize the following members for their contributions:
• Firefighter Laura Cross - As one of our newest members of Chelan Fire & Rescue this individual taken the personal commitment to be the best that they can be by stepping up as a firefighter on South Lakeshore.  She has continually sought out additional training, started to master operation of apparatus assigned to ST-75, and has helped out at many of our social events making a positive impact within our community.  
• Firefighter Chrys Fine -  Chrys has done a tremendous job as “Sparky” in promoting fire safety and education throughout the county.  She has made a tremendous effort in getting Sparky into as many events as possible through out the year and is always a hit with kids and other mascots.  
• Lieutenant Taylor Rains – Lieutenant Rains has been at the helm of our public education program for the past year and has made a tremendous effort in keeping us connected to the community.  As the junior Lieutenant in our organization he has been an ardent supporter of training for career and volunteer members alike and daily demonstrates the spirit of our mission.
• Chelan Firefighters Association & Auxiliary – The Firefighters Association and Auxiliary have been the benevolent arm of Chelan Fire & Rescue and our huge supporter to our community in their time of need.  Under the guidance of Dan Crandall and Anne Brautovich-Clark, the Association and Auxiliary have successfully raised significant funds that directly benefit the Fire District and members of our community.  This organization truly represents the heart and spirit of the fire service.

2019 Commissioner’s Award – Presented by Commissioner Russ Jones

The 2019 Commissioner’s Award recognizes a member of Chelan Fire & Rescue or a member of the community or community group or business that has significantly contributed to the Fire District’s mission of protecting lives and property.
• The 2019 Commissioner’s Award goes to Chrys “Sparky” Fine

2019 Chief Timothy Lemon Memorial Award – Chief Asher
The 2019 Chief Timothy Lemon Memorial Award recognizes the member of Chelan Fire & Rescue who displays the spirit of commitment, compassion, and courage in their daily contributions for the organization.  This award was created in memory of Fire Chief Tim Lemon who saw the best in every member, was always there to listen to your story, held us steady throughout his span as Fire Chief, and would always greet you with big hug.
• The 2019 Chief Timothy Lemon memorial Award goes to Support Services Robert Takagi.

2019 Chief’s Company – presented by Chief Mark Donnell

The 2019 Chief’s Company Award recognizes members of the organization based upon not only their merits and skills during emergency responses but their contributions to the organization and community as well.  This year’s awards recognizes members who held strong through a year of many challenges facing many obstacles and receiving many accolades along the way.  These members held steadfast to the Mission of protecting the lives and property of our community through emergency response, training, and education.  They contributed their time, energy, and resources unselfishly to keep the community safe throughout the year, at times, leaving those that support them all alone.  I cannot thank these members enough for the support that they have given of themselves for this organization and I am eternally grateful for the support that they have given to me this past year.
• The 2019 Chief’s Company Award goes to the Membership of Chelan Fire & Rescue for all of your hard work and dedication for the past year.