Miami Valley Fire District selects new chief

MIAMI VALLEY — The Miami Valley Fire District has a new chief.

Brandon Barnett will be sworn in next month. He brings 23 years of experience–having previously worked for the City of Trotwood.

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He started his career as a paramedic there and rose to the rank of battalion chief.

“I am honored that the Board of Trustees, serving citizens of Miamisburg and Miami Township, has selected me to serve as the chief of the Miami Valley Fire District,” Barnett said. “The leadership here has created an outstanding fire and emergency medical service organization committed to providing exceptional service, quality, innovation and professionalism to the community. I am excited to partner with the incredible professionals that make up the Miami Valley Fire District to continue to develop and strengthen the organization.”

Barnett will succeed Matt Queen, who retired last summer.

The Miami Valley Fire District provides service to Miamisburg and Miami Township.

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