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Council approves hiring of Tristan Blomquist as assistant fire chief
Summary
The Ruidoso Downs village council voted to hire Tristan Blomquist as assistant fire chief after a brief presentation from the fire department highlighting his long service and certifications; the motion carried unanimously.
The Ruidoso Downs village council voted to hire Tristan Blomquist as assistant fire chief during its regular meeting.
Keith Keck of the fire department recommended the appointment, describing Blomquist’s long service to the department and training. Keck told the council, “He’s been with the department since he was 17…he’s fire 1, fire 2, and he’s also an EMTI intermediate,” and said Blomquist would be “a good asset for this community.”
Councilor Proctor moved to approve the hire and Councilor Miller seconded. The council then voted in favor of the appointment. The motion carried and the mayor adjourned the meeting.
The hire was placed on the agenda as new business under a personnel recommendation; no additional conditions, salary details or effective start date were recorded in the meeting minutes during the discussion. The council did not request further study or delay; the item was acted on and approved.
