Ellensburg Union Firefighters Local 663

06/12/2026

This evening Central Washington University graduated its 52nd Paramedic cohort! Many of our members attended the ceremony to congratulate the newly pinned paramedics on their year of hard work.

Below FF/PM Sarah Sandman stands with her paramedic student Grace Jackson after being named Preceptor of the Year! Congratulations Sarah!

Local 663 would also like to welcome and congratulate our newest hire, Byron Walker, pictured here with his preceptor FF/PM Lauren Fritts. Tomorrow Byron will make his transition from student to Probationary Firefighter Paramedic as he returns to KVFR for his first official shift as a member of the organization.

Congratulations to ALL of the graduates! Well done!

06/04/2026

Ellensburg community members.

There is a special meeting on the morning of 6/5/26 at 8:00 at 400 E. Mt. View Ave at Station 29.

Local 663 urges you to come and stay informed!

05/27/2026

The crews have been able to enjoy some beautiful spring weather while training the last few weeks! C Shift set up a draft drill to flow some big water yesterday and an acquired structure has offered lots of available roof space for all crews to practice vertical ventilation over the last several shifts!

05/14/2026

Please consider attending the regularly scheduled Board of Fire commissioners meeting tonight at 7PM at Station 29.

There are a lot of things going on at KVFR right now. As a community member, you can hear directly from your elected officials about their thoughts and ideas.

The agenda can be found at KVFR.org using the link below. On this page or the calendar of events.

This is your fire agency and you can be informed by being involved!

04/30/2026

Ellensburg community members.

There is a special meeting on the morning of 4/30/26 at 8:00 at 400 E. Mt. View Ave at Station 29.

Local 663 urges you to come and stay informed!

04/27/2026

Community members are encouraged to attend the Commissioners Meeting this Monday, April 27 at 1:00 PM
Location: 400 E Mountain View Ave

Local 663 is urging the public to come, stay informed, and ask questions. This is an important opportunity for transparency, accountability, and community engagement around the future of our fire district.

Your voice matters—please consider showing up and being part of the conversation.

04/26/2026

For immediate release:

Local 663 would like to inform our community of the abrupt departure of Fire Chief Palmer from KVFR. This sudden change in leadership raises serious concerns and leaves important questions unanswered for both our members and the public we serve.

Local 663 wants to be clear: our commitment to this community has not changed. Our dedicated Career firefighters remain on duty, fully operational, and unwavering in our mission to protect life and property. Regardless of leadership instability, we will continue to show up, respond, and serve with professionalism and dedication.

However, during times of transition, we believe open communication and community involvement are especially important. We encourage the taxpayers and residents within the district to attend upcoming Fire Commissioner meetings to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation regarding the future of KVFR.

These meetings are typically the second Thursday of each month at 7 PM. They will take place at Station 29; 400 E. Mountain View Ave in the City of Ellensburg. https://www.kvfr.org/board-meetings

Local 663 stands united and committed to each other and to this community. We will continue to serve the citizens of KVFR with professionalism and integrity. We will however advocate for transparency and accountability this district deserves.

Thank you for your continued trust and support,

Your Career Firefighting Members of Local 663

https://www.dailyrecordnews.com/news/kvfr-interim-fire-chief-steps-down-3-months-into-job/article

Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue Chief Roy Palmer abruptly resigned from his interim position Tuesday.

04/25/2026

For immediate release:

Local 663 would like to inform our community of the abrupt departure of Fire Chief Palmer from KVFR. This sudden change in leadership raises serious concerns and leaves important questions unanswered for both our members and the public we serve.

Local 663 wants to be clear: our commitment to this community has not changed. Our dedicated Career firefighters remain on duty, fully operational, and unwavering in our mission to protect life and property. Regardless of leadership instability, we will continue to show up, respond, and serve with professionalism and dedication.

However, during times of transition, we believe open communication and community involvement are especially important. We encourage the taxpayers and residents within the district to attend upcoming Fire Commissioner meetings to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation regarding the future of KVFR.

These meetings are typically the second Thursday of each month at 7 PM. They will take place at Station 29; 400 E. Mountain View Ave in the City of Ellensburg. https://www.kvfr.org/board-meetings

Local 663 stands united and committed to each other and to this community. We will continue to serve the citizens of KVFR with professionalism and integrity. We will however advocate for transparency and accountability this district deserves.

Thank you for your continued trust and support,

Your Career Firefighting Members of Local 663

Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue Chief Roy Palmer abruptly resigned from his interim position Tuesday.

03/09/2026

Great work team!

03/09/2026

Local 663 and the Kittitas County Stairclimb Team took to the Columbia Tower today to participate in the Blood Cancer United Firefighter Stair Climb! 69 floors in full turn out gear and SCBA to raise money and awareness for the fight against blood cancers! This cause is meaningful and hits very close to home for many of our members. Great job team! 🧡🚒🔥