City Of DeLand Names New Fire Chief To Begin April 2nd

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DeLand, FL- Beginning April 2nd the City of DeLand will have a new Fire Chief.  Daniel Hanes has been selected as the city's new Fire Chief.   Hanes was chosen out of the 45 candidates who applied for the position from a national search.

“I was impressed with the number of quality candidates who applied for the position and I am confident we picked the right person for the City and the Fire Department,” said City Manager Michael Pleus. “Daniel has several decades of experience with fire departments and I am excited that he will be leading our Fire Department.”

Hanes has over 35 years of experience with the fire service in the state of Florida.  He served 28 years with the Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Department and also served as the Fire Chief for the City of West Palm Beach and Fernandina Beach.

“I am excited to be here,” said Fire Chief Hanes. “I have already met several of the firefighters on the staff and I am very impressed with their professionalism and desire to serve the community. I believe this is a perfect fit for me, and I am looking forward to leading the Fire Department into the future.”

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