Barrow County has officially named Brett Skinner as its new Fire Chief in a ceremony that was packed to the gills at the Barrow County Historic Courthouse on Tuesday evening. After serving the department for over two decades, Skinner accepted the chief’s pin, stepping into a role left vacant by the retirement of former Fire Chief Alan Shuman, as per the county's official announcement.
Skinner, who moves up from his previous position as Deputy Chief, has earned his stripes with over 20 years of experience in emergency services and fire rescue, including certifications as a Georgia Certified Fire Chief and a Georgia Advanced Emergency Manager.
With the community witnesses, Skinner expressed his commitment, "I could not be more proud to serve this great community as Fire Chief. I sincerely appreciate the trust placed in me by Barrow County Government to assume this role – one I do not take lightly or for granted," having told this to Barrow County. Meanwhile, Barrow County Manager Srikanth Yamala praised Skinner's track record, underscoring not just his dedication and respect within the force but also his profound care for those he serves: "Brett has proven himself as a dedicated firefighter, a trusted colleague, and a respected leader. His career has been defined by professionalism, integrity, and a genuine care for the people he serves. I can think of nobody better qualified to lead the men and women of the Barrow County Fire Department," as per reports by Skinner's team.
