City Manager Toby Dougherty announces the appointment of Ryan Hagans as the new Fire Chief for the City of Hays effective Aug. 8. Hagans has served as the Interim Fire Chief since Chief Gary Brown’s retirement from the Hays Fire Department.

Hagans is a graduate of KU’s Certified Public Manager Program. During his 15 years with the Hays Fire Department, Hagans has held many positions including Firefighter, Fire Engineer, Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain and Deputy Fire Chief.

In announcing the appointment, City Manager Dougherty stated, “Mr. Hagans has been a dedicated member of the Hays Fire Department since October 27, 2003. He has served admirably as Deputy and Interim Chief, and I am confident he will excel as Chief.”