“Our community and our employees are our most important resource.” -Part of EPFR’s Core Values.

During our annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony held April 27, 2024, EPFR celebrated the many accomplishments of our employees and their impacts on the community.

Congratulations to the following 2023 annual award recipients.

• EMS Provider of the Year: CHELSEA LOVEJOY
• Fitness: TERA GREEN
• Mike Roberts Goodwill: BRANDON KALILIKANE
• Career Firefighter of the Year: JAY SMITH
• Officer of the Year: JEFF LACHOWITZER
• Support Staff Person of the Year: TRICIA BROWN and MELISSA HANEY
• Chief’s Company: TROY STERRENBURG, DANIEL HILLE, JEREMY PAUL, and CAROL RODRIGUEZ

Recipients are selected by their peers for leadership skills and efforts, setting a standard for themselves and others. The sole exception is the Chief’s Company, chosen by the command staff.

In addition to the annual awards, the event recognized many retirements, promotions, achievements, and commendations. Congratulations to all!