[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 33 (Monday, February 22, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E150]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING FIRE CHIEF BRAD GOODROAD

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                           HON. DUSTY JOHNSON

                            of south dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 22, 2021

  Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and honor Fire Chief Brad Goodroad for his 27 years of service with the 
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue.
  Chief Goodroad's career with Sioux Falls Fire Rescue began in 1994. 
He served as a firefighter for seven years before transitioning roles 
to a fire apparatus operator. Chief Goodroad went on to become captain, 
battalion chief, and finally, division chief, a position he has held 
since 2017.
  During his remarkable career, Goodroad led SFFR's health and safety 
programs for 10 years and helped the department achieve re-
accreditation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence in 2019. 
In recognition of his dedication and initiative, Goodroad was awarded 
the 2020 Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award.
  Despite the many challenges the city of Sioux Falls has faced in 
recent years including major flooding and a tornado, under the 
leadership of Goodroad, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue has maintained an ISO 
rating of 1, the highest score possible for how well a city is 
protected by its fire department.
  I commend Chief Goodroad for his outstanding record of service, hard 
work, and leadership. I extend my deepest congratulations to Brad 
Goodroad on his well-earned retirement. I am thankful for his 
contributions in keeping the community of Sioux Falls safe.

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