Chief Costello did the same when it came to vaccinations, leading the operations within the city and it came as no surprise. The Buckeye Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying other possible victims of a man who was arrested for allegedly touching a child inappropriately. Please enable JavaScript on your browser and try again. The purpose of the probationary period is to evaluate suitability for the position," she wrote. Rhoades replaces former Chief Bob Costello, who died in April . The city of Buckeye has selected John "Jake" Kent Rhoades Jr. as the new fire chief. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. document.write ("&loc=" + escape(window.location)); Kingman's fire chief is moving to Buckeye. PHOENIX - A procession along West Valley streets and highways will be part of the memorial activities for Buckeye Fire Chief Bob Costello, who died last week. Buckeye Valley Fire District Governing Board Chairman: Melanie Hardy (623) 386-5906 Board Clerk: Gary Benson (623) 386-5906 Board Member: Daniel Richardson (623) 386-5906 Board Member: Paul Hunter (623) 386-5906 Board Member: Vacant (623) 386-5906 Administration Fire Chief: Mark Burdick (623) 386-5906 Assistant Chief: Joe Hester (623) 386-5906 Costello had led the department since 2008. PHOENIX - Community members and coworkers of Buckeye Fire Chief Bob Costello came to pay their respects on Wednesday after he died due to COVID-19 complications on April 8.. Chris served at Montclair for 16 years prior to his assignment in Kingman. Buckeye Union High School District 1000 E. Narramore, Buckeye, AZ 85326 Phone: 623-269-1000 Fax: 623-269-1025 He also held administrative fire positions in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. WEBSITE DESIGN BY GRANICUS - Connecting People and Government. This division will work as a partner with our existing fire suppression EMT and paramedic personnel, however medical services personnel will not be involved in suppression activities. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. All BVFD Fire Board Meetings are open to the public. Staffed with full time career personnel, the Buckeye Valley Fire District responds to approximately 12,000 calls a year for service. Richmond Hill P.O. But, its what he taught his crews that will truly be remembered. Suite 230E We Are the Buckeye Valley Fire District We Are Here for YOU. Fax: 623-349-6221 385 were here. Free shipping for many products! Email, City Hall Please tap on the following link for further information. She concluded the email by saying she wanted to do the termination right.