According to Lugoff Fire, the South Carolina State Association of Fire Chiefs (SCSAFC) recently awarded Fire Chief Chris Spitzer with the Tim Cobb Leadership Award at its 2025 81st Annual Fire Leadership SC Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC. Chief Spitzer was unable to attend and accept the award in-person, so the award was presented at the October 27, 2025 Lugoff Fire Board of Commissioners meeting.
Chief Tim Cobb was a long-time member of the SCSAFC, a dedicated leader in his community, a true professional amongst his peers, and a friend to the fire service. This award recognizes someone who has made a noteworthy and significant difference in his or her community, region, or state relative to the fire and/or emergency medical service. Chief Spitzer’s nomination recognized his efforts in leadership and professionalism, working to setup automatic aid agreements between Lugoff Fire, Camden Fire, and Kershaw County Fire Services. These efforts have greatly benefitted the safety of both firefighters and the citizens we all serve by providing more staffing on scenes of emergencies around the county.