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Chief David Frenzel (city courtesy the City of Orange)

David Frenzel joined the City of Orange Fire Department on April 19, 1969. On the day of his retirement, he was the City of Orange’s most tenured employee and the longest-standing Fire Cheif at 25 years. 53 years later he is retiring.

Some gifts and awards given to Chief Frenzel at his retirement (photo courtesy City of Orange)

During his retirement celebration Chief Frenzel received many acknowledgments from attending family, friends, and co-workers.  In honor of his service, the City of Orange has renamed Elm Avenue (between 7th and 8th Streets) to Chief David Frenzel Plaza.

photo courtesy the City of Orange

Frenzel oversaw many improvements at the Orange Fire Department including the construction of Fire Station #3, a newly constructed Central Fire Station, remodel of Fire Station #2, and lowering of the ISO rating in the City of Orange from a PPC of 5 to a PPC of 2.

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