Valley Regional Fire Authority
Karen Stewart has extensive experience in fire safety and investigation, currently serving as Fire Marshal at Valley Regional Fire Authority since March 2017, holding certification as an ICC Certified Fire Marshal. Previously, Karen worked as Deputy Fire Marshal at the same authority from 2009 to 2015, achieving certifications as an ICC Certified Fire Inspector, IFSAC Certified Fire Investigator, and IFSAC Certified Firefighter I & II. Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Education from Western Washington University.
Valley Regional Fire Authority
The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) was officially established on January 1, 2007. The VRFA joined existing resources from the Auburn and Pacific Fire Departments to provide fire services to the communities of Algona, Auburn and Pacific. Our organization provides modern, progressive, and professional emergency services to approximately 80,000 citizens residing throughout the 37 square miles of Algona, Auburn, and Pacific. The Valley Regional Fire Authority is comprised of 125 full time staff responds to over 12,800, 9-1-1 incidents yearly.