OFD Chief Boyd named president of association

Fire Chief Shane Boyd has been named president of the Alabama Association of Fire a fellowship of fire chiefs and senior chief officers from across the state dedicated to the free exchange of ideas and information to advance the delivery of emergency services throughout the state. The association fosters career development, education and legislation and provides representation to enhance the professionalism and service delivery capabilities of fire and emergency medical services providers. Additionally, the association functions in a vigilant, innovative and proactive manner focusing on the objective of reducing the loss of life and property from fire, trauma, acute illness and hazardous conditions within the state.