Oct 30, 2025

Salina FD Chief receives prestigious award recognizing outstanding qualities within firefighting profession

Posted Oct 30, 2025 9:56 PM
Salina Fire Department Chief, Shane Pearson. Photo from the Salina Fire Department Facebook page
Salina Fire Department Chief, Shane Pearson. Photo from the Salina Fire Department Facebook page

Salina Post

The City of Salina are proud to announce that Fire Chief Shane Pearson, has been named the Kansas State Association of Fire Chiefs (KSAFC) State Fire Chief of the Year.

Chief Pearson received this distinguished honor during the annual KSAFC Conference held Wednesday in Manhattan.

The KSAFC Fire Chief of the Year Award recognizes outstanding leadership, innovation and dedication within the firefighting profession. Recipients exemplify excellence in guiding their departments, advancing public safety, and serving their communities with integrity and commitment.

Chief Pearson’s recognition highlights his exceptional leadership of the Salina Fire Department, where he has fostered a culture of professionalism, safety, and continuous development among personnel. His work in strategic planning, community engagement, and emergency response has strengthened both departmental effectiveness and community trust.

The City of Salina extends its congratulations to Chief Pearson on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his continued leadership and service to the community.