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Administration
Fire Chief
Fire Chief Jon Perry brings more than 30 years of fire service and emergency medical services experience to the Wenatchee Valley Fire Department. A Wenatchee Valley native, Chief Perry, was born and raised in the community and graduated from Eastmont High School.
Chief Perry began his public safety career in 1996 as a paramedic with Johnson County Med-Act in Kansas before joining the Overland Park, Kansas, Fire Department in 1999. During his career in the Midwest, he served in a variety of operational, training, and leadership roles, including firefighter/paramedic, hazardous materials technician, training officer, and fire academy instructor.
In 2018, Chief Perry joined the Idaho Falls Fire Department as Training Division Chief, where he led firefighter and EMS training programs for more than 130 personnel. He later served as Deputy Chief of Operations and EMS, overseeing daily department operations, personnel, budgeting, and stakeholder relations.
Chief Perry earned Associate Degrees in Fire Science and Emergency Medical Science, a Bachelor's Degree in General Education, and a Master of Public Affairs degree. He is committed to lifelong learning and believes strong leadership begins with investing in people, training, and service to the community.
Outside of the fire service, Chief Perry enjoys spending time with his wife, Stacey, their three children—Taylor, Cameron, and Spencer—and their four grandchildren. Family has always been at the center of his life, and he appreciates the opportunity to enjoy the Wenatchee Valley's outdoor recreation, natural beauty, and strong sense of community with those he loves most.
Our Team
Operations: Deputy Chief Andy Davidson
Volunteer Coordinator: Division Chief Bob Magee
Logistics: Deputy Chief Brandon Kunz
Prevention: Deputy Chief Kurt Blanchard, Fire Marshal
Finance Officer: Melia Mayer
Administrative Coordinator: Cindy Blaufuss
Executive Assistant: Terri Woods
Administrative Assistant: Cindy Armour
Administrative Assistant: Kylie Blaufuss
Assistant Fire Marshal: Scott White
Community Wildfire Liaison: Hillary Heard
Training Officer: Al Torres
Training Officer: Jesse Stone
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor: Bill Kinsey
Fleet Mechanic: Riley May
Fleet Mechanic: Harold Mitchell
Facilities Technician: Jay O'Connell
Duty
Respect
Integrity
FORMER
Fire Chief
brian brett
Brian Brett joined WVFD as a 32-year member of the fire service in our community. Chief Brett grew up in East Wenatchee, graduating from Eastmont High School. He continued his education at Wenatchee Valley College, Central Washington University, and Rutgers Business School. He has obtained a degree in Fire Service Administration, Accounting with his CPA license, and a certificate in Governmental Financial Management.
Brian grew up in a family run business, Brett & Son Delivery Service, where he developed a great appreciation for what it takes to succeed in the business environment. He also learned how important customer service is to the community.
Brian really appreciates the outdoor recreation our community offers, the variety of local dining options and visiting with family and friends.
Chief Brett feels incredibly blessed to be a part of the fire service in the community where he was raised. He continually expresses his gratitude for the mentorship he has received from his predecessors as the Department expands to meet the rapidly growing demand for services provided by the Fire Department.
Brian will continue to serve the department as Deputy Chief of Counsel through 2026.