UPPER KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. — The Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 2 Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Pauley to the Board, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Commissioner Ingrid Vimont.
The Board extends its sincere appreciation to Commissioner Vimont for her service to the District and the residents of Upper Kittitas County.
Pauley brings more than a decade of emergency response, public safety, and community-service experience to the position. Since 2013, he has served with Kittitas County Fire Protection District No. 6/Roslyn Fire as an assistant fire chief, emergency medical technician, and firefighter.
In that role, Pauley provides operational leadership and administrative oversight, supervises and mentors approximately 20 volunteer firefighters and emergency responders, supports emergency planning and incident command functions, and helps maintain the readiness of the district’s emergency apparatus. He has also led fire-prevention, public-education, and community risk-reduction initiatives.
In addition to his fire-service experience, Pauley brings a strong background in operations management, employee development, inventory oversight, customer service, and team leadership. He also served eight years in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.
“I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your organization and the communities you serve,” Pauley shared in his application. He also emphasized his commitment to community engagement, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement.
The Board welcomes Pauley and looks forward to the experience, practical leadership, and community perspective he will bring to the District.
Pauley was appointed commissioner on July 20th, 2026.
About Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 2
Kittitas County Public Hospital District No. 2 serves the residents of Upper Kittitas County through responsible public stewardship and support for local healthcare and emergency medical services, proudly operating Medic One Ambulance Service out of Station 99. Call 911, Medic One Comes.
