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Ivan Kepenstein sworn in as St. Joseph fire chief
Summary
The council introduced and administered the oath of office to Ivan Kepenstein, who was announced as the new fire chief effective 05/19/2025; council members and staff offered congratulations.
St. Joseph — City leaders ceremonially introduced and swore in Ivan Kepenstein as the new St. Joseph Fire Department chief. Mayor formally presented Chief Kepenstein to the council and community; the clerk administered the oath of office, citing support for the constitutions and city charter and noting the appointment was effective 05/19/2025.
Council members praised Kepenstein’s 23 years with the St. Joseph Fire Department and his 36 years in fire service overall, noting his progression through firefighter, driver, captain and training officer ranks. The mayor offered congratulations on his promotion and wished him success leading the department.
The swearing-in was followed by routine procedural business and the council’s evening agenda.
