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Thanks to all who stopped by to chat and learn about our organization!

Come join us at the Plymouth Firefighters Waffle Breakfast on Sunday, May 17, 8:00am-12:30pm.
We are BACK by popular demand!
Proceeds will help fund adult and child manikins for CPR training and window simulator training systems for the fire stations. Our goal is $25,000. Come and be part of it!
Buy advance tickets on GiveMN at https://www.givemn.org/story/2026PFDwaffles
Location: Plymouth Fire Station #3, 3300 Dunkirk Ln, Plymouth.

Congratulations are in order for Plymouth Police Officer Ben Duncan and his canine partner, Rico. The duo was recently awarded the narcotics case of the year for 2025 by the United States Police Canine Association, Region 12.

Together, Officer Duncan and Rico were able to detect and recover 15 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop last year.

Thank you both for your outstanding work to help keep Plymouth safe!

A 20-year veteran of the Plymouth Fire Department, Etzel most recently held the position of assistant fire chief, an appointment that began in December 2024, and was subsequently named interim fire chief in November 2025.

As Plymouth fire chief, Etzel will oversee Plymouth Fire Department operations and staff – comprised of a blend of full-time career firefighters, part-time/on-call firefighters, leadership staff and fire inspectors – which respond to an array of fire, emergency, traffic crash and medical calls.

Congratulations, Andy! Read more at plymouthmn.gov

Sergeant Chris Kuklock (#47) signed off from his final shift on December 19, 2025, marking the conclusion of a distinguished 31-year career serving the citizens of the City of Plymouth. Throughout his career, Chris worked side by side with fellow professionals, driven by a commitment to protect those who cannot protect themselves and to help those in need.

Chris played an integral role in shaping the department into what it is today. From Community Services events to SWAT readiness, he remained engaged, current, and dedicated in every aspect of the job. He was highly trained in defensive tactics, medical response, firearm technology, and criminal psychology, and he selflessly shared his knowledge and experience to help train and mentor others.

As Chris begins this next chapter, he is keeping his future plans open. For now, he looks forward to spending time with his family and enjoying the simple moments that were often set aside during his many years of service.

Congratulations, Chris, and thank you for a lifetime of dedicated service to our community.