Chief Alan Bubel is retiring. Today, June 28, 2024, is his last day and his retirement is effective Saturday, June 29. Alan started his career with the Ridge Road Fire District as a Firefighter in June of 1992. During his time there he rose to the rank of Battalion Chief. In
January of 2010, he left Ridge Road to become the first career Assistant Fire Chief with the Gates Fire District. In January of 2018, Alan was promoted to the position of Fire Chief.
Chief Bubel led our organization with a vision, respect, compassion, and integrity. As Chief, he worked to increase safety and training, moved our fire prevention program into Community Risk Reduction, and developed a Community-Driven Strategic Planning process for the District.
Chief Bubel has been integral in shaping the Gates Fire District into the organization that it is today. We all wish you a well-deserved and long retirement.
Thank you Chief!
