Crime & Safety
Deputy Fire Marshal Wins Outstanding Coordinator Award
Chad Arp, coordinator of Safe Kids Cherokee County, was recognized for his efforts at the local level.
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Chad Arp, deputy fire Marshal with Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services, received the Outstanding Coordinator Award 2015 during the annual Safe Kids Georgia Awards Breakfast.
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The event was held Friday morning at the Fox Theater in Midtown Atlanta. Former Atlanta Falcon Buddy Curry served as the event’s keynote speaker.
Safe Kids Georgia supports 29 local coalitions throughout Georgia that provide multiple programs aimed at keeping children safe and injury free. Arp has been the coordinator for Safe Kids Cherokee since 2003.
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“It was under Chad’s leadership that in 2012, Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services was recognized as the Outstanding Lead Agency by Safe Kids Georgia,” said Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather. “Chad is definitely as asset for Cherokee County.”
Safe Kids Cherokee County presents numerous events each year on various topics to help prevent injuries to children including car seat checks, bike safety, water safety, fire safety and much more. Georgia State Fire Marshal Dwayne Garris presented Arp with the award.
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Photo: State Fire Marshal Dwayne Garris, left, and Chad Arp. Credit: Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services
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