Inside the City of Tumwater Date: July 26, 2023 To:
Mayor Debbie Sullivan City Councilmembers City Employees
From: Lisa Parks, City Administrator
PEOPLE New Paramedic Firefighters
Welcome Back!
Gerig Hanson has recent experience as a paramedic in Oregon and the US Army. His first day is August 1. Nate Rylaarsdam starts on August 15 and brings 10 years’ experience as a career firefighter and paramedic. Welcome, Gerig and Nate!
EVENTS
The Tumwater Fire Department is excited to have two new paramedic/firefighters join the Department in August. These positions were vacant through attrition, the most recent being Tom Barker’s retirement.
BC Jernigan Retires
After 28 years on the job, Battalion Chief Jeff Jernigan completed his final shift and retired on June 30. Jernigan. Jeff was a volunteer firefighter prior to his hire in 1999. He served as the chair of the Apparatus, & Equipment Committee and facilities. Thanks for your years of service to the community.
Fire Department Promotions
Fire Lieutenant James Osberg was promoted to fill the position of retired Battalion Chief Jernigan. James has been with the Department since 2013. Firefighter Scott Kennedy has been appointed Fire Lieutenant effective August 1. Scott has been with the Department since 2014.
When you call the Operations Office, the voice that answers the call might sound a bit familiar. That’s because Bruce Straw was recently hired as a part-time Department Assistant—he previously worked for the City in the Finance Department. We are excited to have Bruce back at the City. If you have the chance, stop by and say hello!
Tumwater’s Brewing Legacy
The Tumwater Artesian Brewfest celebrates the legacy of brewing and its importance to Tumwater's history. Brewfest provides a unique outdoor venue to SIP craft beers from 40+ NW breweries along with cider and spirits; SAVOR food from local vendors and restaurants; and PLAY super-sized beer pong, puttputt golf, or enter the stein holding competitions. 1-8 p.m. Saturday, August 19, 2023 Tumwater Valley Golf Course More info about the festival on the Tumwater Artesian Brewfest website. This event is for adults 21 and over.