Marla Jones, Managing Editor
FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- On January 21, Fort Payne Fire Chief Ron Saferite will take his last call.
Saferite served the City of Fort Payne for 31 ½ years. He started his career as a dispatcher Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Marshall, and finished as Chief.
A graduate of Fort Payne High School, Saferite furthered his education at Northeast Alabama Community College, Alabama Fire College, and Shelton State College.
He has over 1900 hours of training in the Fire Emergency Service.
Saferite is a member of the FEMA Urban Search and Rescue (USAR). He has helped in many natural disasters across Alabama. Whether it be hurricanes on the Gulf Coast, tornadoes, or numerous house fires, Saferite could always be found, ready to lend a helping hand.
While retiring, Saferite is still looking to extend his public service career, if elected for the position of District 3 Commissioner.
“I would like to thank the Mayor and Fort Payne City Council for the equipment and personnel to better serve the citizens of Fort Payne. I would also like to extend my appreciation to the citizens of Fort Payne for supporting our fire department,” concluded Saferite.
The Fort Payne City Council named Stacy Smith as Saferite's replacement.
