Title
A Resolution Confirming the Mayor's Appointment of Randolph Royal as the Fire Chief
Presenter:
John Suthers, Mayor
Body
Summary:
City Charter ? 4-40(f)(4) and City Code ? 8.2.102(A) provide that the Mayor shall appoint a Fire Chief to serve at his pleasure, subject to confirmation by the concurring vote of a majority of the members of City Council. The duties of the Fire Chief are outlined in City Code ? 8.2.104, which includes supervision and control of all members and employees assigned to the Colorado Springs Fire Department.
Background:
Colorado Springs Fire Chief Ted Collas will retire effective March 4, 2021. Mayor Suthers has selected Randolph Royal, who currently serves as Deputy Chief of the Colorado Springs Fire Department overseeing operations, as Chief Collas' successor. Deputy Chief Royal was selected as the Fire Chief following a nationwide search from among 37 candidates.
Deputy Chief Royal started working for the Colorado Springs Fire Department in 1987 as a firefighter, but has also worked as a paramedic, battalion chief and shift commander. He has demonstrated leadership and tremendous work throughout his 34 years with the Colorado Springs Fire Department and is prepared to lead the department on its continued path of excellence. He understands the unique needs of the Colorado Springs community, and his experience includes leadership roles during the Waldo Canyon and Black Forest fires.
Deputy Chief Royal holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. He has also attained multiple specialization certifications. In addition, Deputy Chief Royal has received countless honors and awards associated with his career in fire service, authored chapters and articles in fire training publications, and served as an instructor both at a college level and at multiple conferences. He has an extensive history of volunteerism. Deputy Chief Royal has distinguished himself as an expert in the field ...
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