The Town of Saugeen Shores announced they have successfully recruited two new leaders to the Saugeen Shores Fire Service.
At last night’s meeting they passed by-laws appointmenting Ed Melanson as Director of Fire Services and Fire Chief and Rob Atkinson as Deputy Fire Chief.
Melanson was the Fire Chief with the Erie Fire & Emergency Services, a volunteer force with approximately 1 hundred 20 personnel. Atkinson currently serves as Saugeen Shores Fire Service’s Fire Prevention Officer and Fire Inspector.
He has been a member of the department for the past 20 years, serving as a captain since 2008.
Chief Melanson starts in his role with the Town immediately, while Atkinson has served as interim Deputy Chief since June 13th.