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12/28/22
Iowa City has a new fire marshal.
Following the retirement of Fire Marshal Brian Greer, the Iowa City Fire Department has named Troy Roth to the position. That’s according to a news release issued by the ICFD on Wednesday.
Roth is a 21-year veteran of the ICFD, where he most recently served as captain. As Fire Marshal, Roth’s primary focus will be community risk reduction. Duties of the Fire Marshal’s office include:
- Fire investigation
- Ensuring all commercial buildings are in compliance with the International Fire Code
- Inspecting construction sites to ensure compliance with approved plans
- Coordinating commercial inspection efforts
As part of his duties, Roth will also support all of the Iowa City Fire Department’s outreach efforts, including Fire Prevention Week programs, Fire Safety Trailer events, assisting the community’s aging population with smoke alarms, and engaging with community groups through fire safety talks.