GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas (KWTX) \u2014 Killeen\u2019s fire chief has been named the next Fire Chief of the Grand Prairie Fire Department, according to an announcement on the city of Grand Prairie\u2019s page.<\/p>\n
James Kubinski is expected to begin his new role on Jan. 25, 2027, pending Grand Prairie City Council approval.<\/p>\n
In an official statement, City of Killen shared that during Kubinski\u2019s tenure, the Killeen Fire Department advanced its emergency response capabilities, opened Fire Station No. 4 and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) facilities developed through city capital plans.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe searched extensively for the most qualified person to lead our well-established department. I am confident that Kubinski will continue to build on this strong foundation and lead the more than 200 Grand Prairie Fire Department men and women who proudly serve and protect our community,\u201d said Grand Prairie City Manager Bill Hills.<\/p>\n
According to previous KWTX reporting, Kubinski was appointed Killeen\u2019s fire chief in December 2020 and assumed his duties in February 2021.<\/p>\n
\u201cI have big shoes to fill, but I\u2019m confident I can become part of the legacy that provides great service focused on the citizens of this great city and the men and women of this department,\u201d Kubinski said on his new role in Grand Prairie.<\/p>\n
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