(KAIR)--A special honor for an Atchison institution.
Long time Atchison Fire Chief Michael McDermed was recognized in a special way at Monday’s city commission meeting, complete with a proclamation.
“The city of Atchison shall declare Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016 “Michael E. McDermed Day,” and instruct staff to change the bridge lights to red,” said Atchison City Mayor Jack Bower, reading aloud from the proclamation that also dedicates the Atchison Fire Station in McDermed's honor on August 7.
McDermed boasts 45-years of service with the Atchison Fire Department, the last 35-years as Chief.
“The word professional, over and over in my mind is what comes when I think of Mike,” said City Manager Trey Cocking. “Mike is the absolute consummate of professional. He has set the bar for every chief that I will ever probably work with again. I thank him for everything he’s done for the community. In the end, Atchison is absolutely a better place because of you.”
Members of the fire department lined up to thank the Chief after the proclamation of recognition was read.
Following the heart felt recognition, in tears, hugs and hand shakes, McDermed departed his final city commission meeting which served as his final farewell from the long time role.
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