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Commission confirms two probationary battalion chiefs to permanent roles
Summary
The commission approved moving Mark Myers and Christopher Grodd (also spelled Grodd in the transcript) off probation to permanent battalion chief positions effective Sept. 2, 2026, following staff recommendation and short remarks by each chief.
The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved moving two probationary battalion chiefs, Mark Myers and Christopher Grodd, to permanent status effective Sept. 2, 2026.
Chiefs Myers and Grodd each addressed the commission. Myers said he has 33 years in the fire service and praised the department’s paramedic skills. Grodd (who introduced himself as Chris Grodd) described 29 years in the service, teaching roles at technical colleges and prior chief experience; both outlined goals and expressed appreciation for the department’s support. Commissioners moved, seconded and approved the confirmations by voice vote.
The commission also noted the recently graduated classes (identified in the record as class of 2602 and 2603) and recognized the chiefs’ leadership roles in pager and radio programs, scheduling software oversight and technical rescue assignments. The approvals formalize operational leadership changes as the department continues training and recruitment work.
