Spokane's fire chief is retiring early next year after more than 28 years serving the city of Spokane. The city announced Monday that Chief Bobby Williams will retire January 22nd. Assistant Chief Brian Schaeffer will serve as interim chief while the city conducts a national search. "I'm honored to have served alongside the incredible men and women who are always there when someone calls for help," Chief Williams said. "He has advanced our ability to meet the unique needs of the people who require assistance, introduced greater efficiencies into the system and improved the safety of our firefighters."