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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2
Craig Cates,District 1
David Rice,District 4
Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
June 18, 2025
Agenda Item Number: B5
2023-4115
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Fire Rescue
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: R.L. Colina
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Recognition of Lieutenant Nelson Cabrera for 10 years of service
with Monroe County Fire Rescue.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
N/A
INSURANCE REQUIRED:
No
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
DOCUMENTATION:
Lt. Nelson Cabrera 10 years of service.docx
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
N/A
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Nelson Cabrera is being recognized for 10 years of service with Monroe County Fire Rescue. His wife
Emily Cabrera,who is also a firefighter at Hialeah Fire Rescue is here with him today to celebrate this
milestone.
During his tenure he has served at all of the fire stations and communities throughout unincorporated
Monroe County. Currently he is the C Shift Lieutenant at Station 8, servicing the Stock Island area.
Lieutenant Cabrera was inspired to start a career in the fire service by his cousin Deyman,who is a
firefighter at Palm Beach County. He completed his fire 1 and 2 certifications at Coral Springs Fire
Academy and Paramedic certification at Florida Medical Training Institute. During his career he has
obtained many certifications such as Rope Ops and Vehicle Machinery Rescue. He plans to continue to
expand his knowledge and move up the ranks.
Lt. Cabrera said, "I'm so proud to serve Monroe County the best way I know how and passing on my
knowledge to those who will carry on our legacy. Over the past 10 years, my mission has been to
provide the best service to our community. I'm glad to be a part of a department and a family that
prioritizes excellent service and high-performance standards."
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