Phil Roberts, Nampa's fire chief for more than two years, is resigning effective April 1.
“It is with great difficulty that I write this letter," Roberts said in his resignation letter to Mayor Debbie Kling and the city council, dated March 7. "...I believe at this time, it is best for me to be close to my family. With aging parents who need care and grandbabies that I want to hold close and love. I tender my resignation as Fire Chief of the Nampa City Fire Department.”
The city announced the resignation Thursday in a press release.
“Chief Roberts’ visionary leadership has been a tremendous asset to the City of Nampa," Kling said in the release. "We have appreciated his years of service to our community and wish him well."