Pat Outman, Michigan State Representative for 91st District | https://gophouse.org
Pat Outman, Michigan State Representative for 91st District | https://gophouse.org
State Rep. Pat Outman (R-Six Lakes) hosted Montcalm County Commissioner Jack Johnson at the Michigan House of Representatives’ annual 9-11 Memorial Ceremony on Thursday. Johnson, who also serves as Deputy Chief of Operations for the Grand Rapids Fire Department, attended as Outman’s guest during the event held in the House chamber.
The ceremony featured the ringing of a fire bell to honor every first responder and public safety officer from Michigan who died in the line of duty over the past year. Legislators traditionally invite first responders and military members from their communities to participate in this service.
Johnson began his career with the Grand Rapids Fire Department in 1998. In 2022, he was appointed Deputy Chief of Operations and currently oversees all activities within the department's Operations Division.
“It was an honor and pleasure to welcome a local hero and public servant to join me today,” Outman said. “We can’t thank our public safety officers and first responders enough for all they do to keep us safe. It’s a fitting time for this ceremony as we continue to remember and honor the heroes who responded to the tragic attacks on America 24 years ago today.”
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