The Martha s Vineyard Times
O.B. hires Nelson Wirtz as new fire chief
The Oak Bluffs select board chose Nelson Wirtz of Brewster as the town’s next fire chief.
The Oak Bluffs select board chose W.F. Nelson Wirtz as the town’s next fire chief at a meeting Tuesday.
A career firefighter for the past 25 years, Wirtz is currently a captain with the Chatham Fire Department. Wirtz said his familiarity with Martha’s Vineyard, working in a seasonal community, and his education and training make him a great fit for the town. He added that his temperament and personality are well suited for Oak Bluffs.