Profiles in Service - June 26, 2017

Steven Singer

NACo Board
Fire and Rescue Chief
Powhatan County, Va.

Number of years involved in NACo:  1

Years in public service:  36

Occupation:  Fire Chief

Education:  Bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University

The hardest thing I’ve ever done was: The Executive Fire Officer Program at the National Fire Academy.

A dream I have is to: Go into outer space.

You’d be surprised to learn that I:  Model railroad (when I have the time). 

My favorite way to relax is to:  Visit Walt Disney World.

I’m most proud of:  My wife and two children. 

My favorite meal is: Breakfast for dinner.

The last book I read was:  Voyager (“Outlander” series #3) by Diana Gabaldon.

My motto is:  ‘Try not, do or do not, there is no try.’ –Master Yoda

My favorite movie is: The Star Wars series.

My favorite music is:  Music and film scores by John Williams.

My county is a NACo member because: As a member of an affiliate, International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), I can bring forth the concerns and needs of all volunteer and combination fire departments across the country, many which are struggling to meet the demands of modern emergency services. I am honored to represent them at a national level.