Government Affairs Committee with new Fire Chief Chip Duncan

Come to the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee. The meeting will highlight local political and legislative issues impacting business and the community as a whole. With featured guest speakers and an interactive format allowing for Q and A, this is a great place to stay in the know on local governmental happenings. Registration suggested.

The August meeting will feature…

Chip Duncan
Chief, Newport Beach Fire Department

Chip Duncan began his career in 1986 as a seasonal firefighter for the California Department of Forestry (Cal-Fire). He is a 31-year veteran of the fire service, with 30 years serving the Newport Beach Fire Department. During his time here, he has worked as a Firefighter, Fire Paramedic, Fire Captain, Fire Battalion Chief, and Assistant Chief of Fire Operations.

Chief Duncan is our first Fire Chief promoted from within in the last 28 years! He oversees Fire Operations, Emergency Medical Services, Marine Operations, and Community Education (including the fire department’s CERT program). He understands and appreciates the unique challenges of managing emergencies in the all-risk environment. He is grateful for the opportunity to lead a Department steeped in tradition, filled with history, and vested in the community it serves. Furthermore, he will continually look to maintain and improve best in class service delivery for those who live in and visit our beautiful city.

Message from the Chief
“Our operating principles will continue to be Safety, Service and Professionalism. Safety, always and uncompromising for the public and ourselves. Service, to help and benefit those we serve (“no call too small”). Professionalism, always act with good judgment and polite behavior to all we encounter both internally and externally. I am excited about the future of our Fire Department.”