Erick Peterson announced as new fire chief for City of Abbotsford
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ABBOTSFORD— The City of Abbotsford announced a new fire chief Wednesday morning. Erick Peterson will be assuming the position as of Sept. 12, leading the City of Abbotsford Fire Rescue Services (AFRS) department.
Mayor Henry Braun said in a press release, he was pleased Peterson would be joining the City, with an extensive track record.
“On behalf of Council and the City of Abbotsford, I would like to welcome our incoming Fire Chief, Erick Peterson,” the mayor said. “With considerable experience in the types of emergencies our fire department responds to, we are fortunate to have such a respected and skilled individual joining the City to lead our first class Abbotsford Fire Rescue Services.”
Peterson is from the City of Williams Lake, where he most recently held the role of fire chief, which included overseeing bylaws and emergency programs. He also served as an emergency planning liaison and acting officer/firefighter with the City of Delta for 15 years.
