JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers will retire on June 30 after more than two decades of service.
According to the city, Powers will continue to be a “mentor and resource” in the process of appointing the next chief.
“It has been the honor of my lifetime to represent the brave men and women who put their lives on the line each day and serve our community, both on and off duty,” said JFRD Chief Keith Powers in a statement. “They are the reason that JFRD is the best fire department in the country. I will be forever grateful for their courage and dedication to Jacksonville. I also want to thank Mayor Deegan for the opportunity to continue serving and for her always strong commitment to public safety.”…