| Chief Ronny J. Coleman Fire Chief of the Year Award |
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The Ronny J. Coleman Fire Chief of the Year Award honors a current CFCA member serving as Fire Chief whose leadership, innovation, and service have advanced the fire profession at the local, state, national, and international levels. Named for Chief Ronny J. Coleman, former California State Fire Marshal and a champion of training, prevention, and accreditation, the award recognizes sustained, measurable impact and commitment to our communities.
Honoring the Fire Chief of the Year Recipients!
2024 Fire Chief of the Year RecipientChief Casey Cox Chief Casey J. Cox, honored as the 2024 Fire Chief of the Year, has been a cornerstone of the Arbuckle College City Fire District and the California fire service for over 42 years. Starting as a volunteer firefighter in 1982, he officially joined the ACCFD as a paid firefighter in 1987, advancing to Chief in 1995. A dedicated leader, Chief Cox has served as president of the Colusa County Fire Chiefs Association and has actively supported the mutual aid system, including serving as a strike team leader. His impact extends to improving emergency medical response in the region, where his advocacy and collaboration with American Medical Response were instrumental in securing a new ambulance contract for Colusa County. Chief Cox is also a staunch proponent of fire safety and fire code enforcement, especially in tackling the challenges posed by illegal fireworks. His leadership, resilience, and commitment continue to strengthen the fire service community in Colusa County and across California.
Past Recipients
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11/4/2025
CFCA Board Meeting
11/6/2025
Section Presidents Check In
11/11/2025
Area Director/Presidents Mtg
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