SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown is working with the fire department to "transition the role" of fire chief.
Brown released the following statement regarding the transition:
“I am consulting with Fire Department leadership, including Chief Brian Schaeffer, to develop a plan and process for transitioning the role of Fire Chief. Discussions are underway and scheduled to continue over the next week. As the plan is being developed, the Spokane Fire Department will continue to provide excellent public safety services for our community every day.”
Brown's statement did not specify whether the transition means Schaeffer will no longer serve as the city's fire chief.
KREM 2 has reached out to the mayor's office, the city's communication manager and Schaeffer for additional information but has not heard back.
This is a developing story. Check back for details.
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