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Idaho Falls swears in new fire chief as city highlights public-safety priorities
Idaho Falls City Council · April 2, 2026
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Summary
Mayor Lisa Birkenstock formally swore in Chief Olsen April 2 and presented him with an appointment warrant; the new chief pledged to lead the department and emphasized commitment to firefighters, families and the community.
Mayor Lisa Birkenstock opened the April 2 meeting with a swearing-in ceremony for the city's newly appointed fire chief, Chief Olsen, presenting an appointment warrant dated April 2026 and asking the audience to join in welcoming him.
"Tonight, we proudly honor our new fire chief as he steps into this vital role," Birkenstock…
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