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Council names TJ Howton West Fork fire chief effective Jan. 1, 2025
Summary
The council approved the appointment of TJ Howton as West Fork fire chief, effective Jan. 1, 2025; council members discussed transition plans and some internal disagreement was noted during the discussion.
The West Fork City Council voted to appoint TJ Howton as the city’s new fire chief effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Council moved and seconded the appointment; the motion carried by voice vote. Supporters said Howton came recommended by senior staff and that an in-house promotion helps ensure continuity. The mayor and other council members encouraged a cooperative transition and suggested shadowing with the outgoing chief to ensure familiarity with day-to-day operations. One council member (Chad) expressed reservations during discussion; the mayor characterized those remarks as the lone significant negative reported about the hire but the council proceeded with the appointment.
Council members congratulated Howton and discussed that he may assist part-time with some duties while transitioning. The motion passed by voice vote and was announced as carried.
