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Michael V. Doan named chief of Little Rock Fire Department; leaders cite labor deal and $4 million in apparatus spending
Summary
City officials announced the appointment of Michael V. Doan as the fifteenth chief of the Little Rock Fire Department, highlighted a recently reported union agreement that would provide 5% raises for 2024'2026, and noted nearly $4 million in approved capital spending for new fire apparatus and renovation of Station 9.
Mayor (name not specified) announced on the dais that Michael V. Doan will serve as the fifteenth chief of the Little Rock Fire Department, and city leaders recapped recent contractual and capital investments for the department.
The mayor said the city earlier in the week shared "a historic, union agreement with IFF, the local 34 ... to extend their current 2 year contract," describing raises of 5% for 2024, 2025 and 2026 that extend through 2027. He also said the city board of directors approved "now close to $4,000,000 in capital expense" for new apparatus, trucks and pumpers and cited planned renovation and reconstruction of Station 9.
"As fire chief, my commitment is to build on our proud tradition, advancing how we serve a growing city," Michael V. Doan said in accepting the appointment. Doan thanked the mayor, the city manager and the board of directors for their confidence and thanked his family and the department's personnel. "We will continue to focus on safety in every neighborhood," he said.
City leaders praised the department's performance, noting that the Little Rock Fire Department has an ISO Class 1 rating, which the mayor tied to lower homeowner insurance costs for residents. The mayor also thanked the outgoing leader, referenced in the meeting as the former fire chief with roughly eight years of service, and said the city conducted a national search that drew about 70 applicants.
The mayor identified city directors Andrea Lewis and Kathy Peck as supporters and also mentioned the Love Your Firefighters Foundation.
The transcript does not include a roll-call vote or other formal motion text for the appointment, nor does it specify the funding source for the $4 million in capital spending or the full name or formal title of the outgoing chief. The record likewise does not include detailed terms of the union agreement beyond the reported 5% raises and the stated contract-extension period. "Any questions?" the mayor asked before moving on.
Officials said they expect continued collaboration across city departments and the community as Chief Doan assumes the role.
