Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association

Annual Awards

Since 1982, the Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association presents annual awards to persons who have distinguished themselves among their peers and to their organization as individuals who have gone above and beyond the call. These persons have demonstrated skills, character, and achievements that deserve special recognition.  To honor and recognize these individuals, the Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association hosts a special annual awards ceremony in their honor.  Awards are presented in three categories: Career Firefighter of the Year, Volunteer / Reserve Firefighter of the Year, and Support Person of the Year.

Previous Award Winners:   

MCFCA Firefighter of the Year

MCFCA Reserve / Volunteer Firefighter of the Year

MCFCA Support Person of the Year

 

The Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association is proud and honored to recognize the following award recipients for 2024:

 

Career Firefighter of the Year:  Engineer / Paramedic Ryan Macoubrie, Salinas Fire Department

Volunteer / Reserve Firefighter of the Year:  Volunteer Firefighter Carlos Forte, Mid-Coast Fire Brigade 

Support Person of the Year:  Cheryl Kouretas,  Monterey Fire Department