The Town of Erin has appointed Scott Bates as the Interim Fire Chief following the departure of Fire Chief Jim Sawkins.
In a release, the town says Bates has served as Erin’s Chief Training Officer delivering specialized training to Erin’s volunteer Fire and Emergency Services firefighters.
Bates says he is proud of the work Erin’s firefighters do and residents can be assured they will continue to receive professional, top-notch service through this transition.