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Board recognizes Deputy Chief Wallace “Buster” Watkins for 50 years of service
Summary
Santa Rosa County commissioners presented a certificate to Deputy Chief Wallace Buster Watkins of Pace Fire Rescue District honoring five decades of public service and emergency‑medical work; Watkins accepted brief remarks and a photo.
The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners presented a certificate recognizing Deputy Chief Wallace Buster Watkins for 50 years of dedicated public service to the Pace Fire Rescue District and the community.
A commissioner read the certificate, citing Watkins' service beginning in June 1976 and noting his role in transforming the district from volunteer roots to a professional organization. Deputy Chief Watkins said, "It's my honor for this... I always work for the citizen," and accepted the board's thanks. Commissioners and colleagues praised his mentorship and long commitment to emergency services and took a group photo.
The recognition was given as part of the board's opening presentations and included remarks from staff and long‑time coworkers who described Watkins' familiarity with the county's geography and his steady leadership.
