Missoula welcomes new fire chief with strong leadership background
- Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis has named Lonnie Rash to lead the Fire Department, with his appointment awaiting approval by the City Council; Rash is scheduled to begin in the position the week of July 7, 2025.
- The appointment comes as Chief Gordy Hughes steps down at the end of June 2025, following a thorough selection process that included input from advisory committees.
- Rash possesses more than 25 years of experience in the fire service, including leadership roles at Spokane County Fire District 8 and overseeing the development of a $6.3 million fire station project.
- Mayor Davis expressed her excitement about appointing Chief Lonnie Rash as the new Fire Chief for Missoula, emphasizing his strong leadership skills, innovative mindset, and dedication to serving the public.
- Rash expressed excitement about aligning with Missoula Fire's priorities and views his new role as an opportunity to empower others and build on the department's foundation.
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Missoula welcomes new fire chief with strong leadership background
MISSOULA, Mont. – Mayor Andrea Davis has appointed Chief Lonnie Rash as the new chief of the Missoula Fire Department, pending City Council confirmation. Rash is set to begin his role the week of July 7, following Chief Gordy Hughes'…
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