June 17, 2026 3:20 a.m. 

The Oregon State Fire Marshal recently announced that Roseburg Fire Department Fire Marshal Cheryl Flick is the recipient of the Golden Sparky Award, for this year.

An OSFM release said since 1977, these awards have recognized people and agencies for their outstanding contributions to public safety, education and fire prevention.

State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said, “Each year, the Sparky Awards remind us that fire prevention is a shared responsibility, and that people are making a real difference in communities across Oregon”. Ruiz-Temple said that Fire Marshal Flick embodies the spirit of service, innovation, and compassion that keeps people safe.

On June 10th, Flick was celebrated for her leadership in community risk reduction. Working with community-level data, she found that 40 percent of Roseburg households included individuals with disabilities. Flick spearheaded partnerships with the Umpqua Valley Disabilities Network and the Aging and Disability Resource Connection. These collaborations significantly expanded safety education and support for at-risk community members.

The ceremony included remarks from Roseburg Fire Chief Tyler Christopherson and State Representative Virgil Osborne.