McKinley County Deputy Fire Chief Lawrence Montoya Jr. had his last day as the county’s Fire Chief on May 14, where he spoke to the county commissioners about the county’s response to the April 26 train derailment.
In an interview with the Sun, McKinley County Deputy County Manager Brian Money said he couldn’t comment on why Montoya was terminated because it is a personnel matter that can’t be disclosed.
For now, Deputy Fire Chief Tim Barry will serve as the Interim Chief. The county will advertise the position and start the hiring process in the near future.
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