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 Lincoln
Fire Chief Jim Davis presented Bret Tripplett with his new
helmet at the Feb. 20 city meeting, making him a full-fledged
firefighter. Tripplett was hired one year earlier, when he had just
turned 21. He earned his Fire Fighter II certificate through six
weeks of intensive training at the University of Illinois. While
there he maintained a 95.7 grade-point average. He is one of the
youngest firemen to join the Lincoln department, Davis said.
It drew a few chuckles when Davis explained that it is customary
that firefighters on probationary status wear a bright red helmet
that stands out. This is for their safety, so everyone can help keep
an eye on them, whether they are on a ladder or in some other risky
position. He was pretty sure Tripplett would be glad to replace that
helmet with his new helmet that looks like those the
other firefighters wear. |
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proclamation was read earlier this month honoring outgoing Alderman
Derrick Crane for his four years of exemplary work on the council.
Crane also received special recognition and a fireman’s helmet from
Fire Chief Jim Davis in appreciation for his work on the fire
committee.
One of Crane’s biggest interests has been economic development. He
has been instrumental in the numerous aspects of local development
that have taken place during his term. He will continue to
contribute to the community as a member of the Logan County Regional
Planning Commission. |
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Returning to the council this spring,
representing the 3rd Ward, was David Armbrust. Armbrust had retired
from his position only to be appointed two years later. He fills the
unexpired term of Darron Whitaker, who needed to attend to family
and business matters. |
First-time Alderman Jeff Hoinacki, Ward 5, gets tutorial from City
Clerk Melanie Riggs as he takes his seat at May 7 meeting. |
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