Firefighter of the Year

At our 2009 Firefighter Appreciation Dinner, Captain Wyatt Lisonbee was chosen as SPVFD's Firefighter of the Year!

Wyatt, who has served the Department for three years, has served various officer positions including Lieutenant and Captain. He has taught training sessions, and been a wonderful leader for our less experienced firefighters. He also serves as Mentor for Las Animas County Fire Chief's Association's developing Junior Firefighter Program, and has made some wonderful contributions as this program continues to grow and develop.

In 2009, Captain Lisonbee responded to 67 calls. He held Incident Command for the duration of the Spirit Mountain Fire, a daunting structure fire that had the potential to spread to neighboring homes and wild land areas. He has been praised by fellow Officers and Firefighters for his ability to take charge when needed.

Captain Lisonbee was presented with a plaque thanking him for his service at the Firefighter Appreciation Dinner!