The Brief
- DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson appointed Melvin K. Carter as Chief of DeKalb County Fire Rescue on Wednesday.
- Carter is a 26-year department veteran and lifelong DeKalb resident who graduated from Cedar Grove High School.
- The new chief holds multiple degrees in organizational leadership and fire science, along with executive credentialing.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – DeKalb County Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson named department veteran Melvin K. Carter as Chief of DeKalb County Fire Rescue on Wednesday.
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What we know:
Carter steps into the role with 26 years of service inside the agency.
The lifelong DeKalb County resident previously served as Deputy Chief of Operations, Deputy Chief of Training and Professional Services, and Deputy Chief of Fiscal and Support Services. His background covers fire suppression, emergency medical services, recruitment and fiscal administration.
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