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From left are Rotarian Wayne Vidrine, Ville Platte Fire Chief Chris Soileau, and Rotary President Brian Ardoin. (Photo courtesy of Misty Parker)
By: TONY MARKS
Editor
Issues impacting fire departments across the nation, according to Ville Platte Fire Chief Chris Soileau, are recruitment and retention, budget restraints and funding, rising call volumes, aging infrastructure, mental health, and health and wellness issues.
Chief Soileau’s remarks came as he addressed the Rotary Club of Ville Platte on Tuesday, March 5.
Regarding health and…
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