Earlier in the year, Firefighter Cameron McKinnon was presented with the Kaysville Fire Department's 2023 Firefighter of the Year Award by Fire Chief Paul Erickson during a City Council meeting. 

This year, out of three nominated employees, McKinnon stood out with two nominations from his peers.With over a decade of service under his belt, McKinnon is an indispensable asset to the city and the department alike. McKinnon’s contributions to the department are multifaceted. He plays a crucial role in data collection for justifications, has helped in crafting their career development plan to guide their firefighters toward a successful future and assists in compiling their annual report each year. Additionally, McKinnon taught an ADO (Apparatus Driver/Operator) class which resulted in the certification of three individuals. 

Despite their department’s size, McKinnon’s wit on social media sites has helped them to become one of the most liked fire departments in the state. Furthermore, McKinnon’s part-time position at Davis County Dispatch adds value and is an asset to the department. His commitment to personal and professional growth is evident in his pursuit of continuous learning through additional classes. McKinnon's recent promotion to Captain on Jan. 29 underscores his exemplary work ethic and leadership qualities. 

Mayor Tamara Tran said she “has known Cameron since he was like 12 and he moved into her neighborhood.” She said he does a fabulous job and “he is the social media genius” that Kaysville is so well recognized and known for. She said they are incredibly lucky to have both the Police and Fire staff that they have.