After nearly 40 years of service, Ron Garrison has retired from his post as a commissioner with the Brinnon Fire Department.
His replacement was appointed at a special meeting Monday, July 6 at Station 41, on Schoolhouse Road, thus officially capping Garrison’s 37-year tenure in the position.
“He’s been good to work with and he was very passionate,” said department spokesperson and longtime administrative assistant Peggy Ware. “I’ve found him fun to work with all these years.”
In a June 30 Facebook post, Fire Chief Tim Manly broke the news of Garrison’s imminent departure and praised his dedication to public safety.
“I want to thank Commissioner Garrison for his years protecting Brinnon as a firefighter, and for his leadership as Commissioner,” Manly wrote. “Under his stewardship, the Brinnon Fire Department has put a renewed focus on emergency medical services and has ushered in a new era with historic investments in the firehouse, training, and equipment.”