LIHUE — The Kauai Fire Department held a special ceremony Friday morning to promote three firefighters at the Lihue Civic Center’s Moikeha courtyard.
LIHUE — The Kauai Fire Department held a special ceremony Friday morning to promote three firefighters at the Lihue Civic Center’s Moikeha courtyard.
“We’re here today to honor these men for their commitment to keeping our community safe,” said Fire Chief Robert Westerman. “Congratulations, and thank you for continuing to believe in our mission and for putting other lives before yourselves on a daily basis.”
Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr. also congratulated the three men for taking this next step in their careers.
“I’ve said it many times, our firefighters are critical for the health of our community,” said Carvalho. “Mahalo to you and your ohana, and on behalf of the County of Kauai, our residents and visitors, we are truly grateful for all that you do.”
Kerry-Jon Ishikawa was promoted to Firefighter II, Hazmat, and is now based at the Kaiakea fire station. He has served in KFD for 15 years with his last assignment as Firefighter I at the Lihue fire station. Ishikawa’s contributions to KFD include a ropes rescue instructor and peer fitness trainer.
Cadin Crane was promoted to Firefighter II, Hazmat, and is now based at the Kaiakea fire station. He has served in KFD for the past nine years, with his last assignment as Firefighter I at the Lihue fire station. Crane’s contributions to KFD include working on the EMS and equipment committees, as well as serving as a CPR instructor teaching EMS and CPR refresher classes.
Mathew Ballard was promoted to Firefighter II, Rescue. He has served in KFD for the past seven years with his last assignment as Firefighter I at the Koloa fire station. Ballard’s contributions to KFD include working on the EMS committee, serving as a CPR instructor and as an Honor Guard member.
