award winners
President's Award 2019
This year's recipient is Rhonda Howard of the Michigan Bureau of Fire Services. Rhonda has been with the Bureau 20 years and has served as the Program Manager of the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) and also serves as the program manager of the Michigan Certified Fire Inspector Program. Rhonda is always willing to assist the fire service in many ways whether it's with NFIRS, CFI issues or other questions. Her favorite hobbies include spoiling her Grandchildren, spending time at the lake cottage and boating. She also finds time for baking, craft projects and watching Michigan football with her husband Ronnie. Congratulations and Thank You for all your dedication.
Fire Inspector of the Year Award 2019
Captain Donald Dettling is employed by the Dexter Area Fire Department serving in numerous roles. He was described as a steadfast supporter of the Washtenaw County Hazardous Materials Response Team. Don has a passion and devotion to public service coupled with his extreme professionalism in his efforts to make his community a safer and better place to live.
Donald’s nomination and selection has been based on his work that represents education, prevention, inspections and life safety of the citizens served. MFIS congratulates Donald Dettling on his award.
Fireman Larry Public Fire Educator of the Year
Firefighter David McGee is a member of the Macomb Township Fire Department and has been active in implementing public education within his community. David was instrumental in developing a Junior Firefighter Camp, he has been a boy scout camp counselor and has taught fire safety education and situational awareness to many in his community. Special activities include the camps, a O2 mask program for pets, young Marines, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts programs, and education for Special Education/Needs groups. FF McGee also worked with his son to raise funds for the Pet O2 Mask program. MFIS congratulates David McGee on his award.