City of North Bend release - NORTH BEND, Ore. — The North Bend City Council on Tuesday honored North Bend Fire & Rescue Lt. Luke Rector for 20 years of service, recognizing a career marked by leadership, professionalism and a longstanding commitment to protecting the community.   Rector, who also served as a volunteer before joining the department full time, has spent two decades serving North Bend residents and businesses through emergency response, training and public safety leadership.  Fire Chief Jim Brown said Rector has built a career defined by hard work, steady growth and a clear dedication to the fire service.  Brown noted that Rector came to the department after studying fire science at Southwestern Oregon Community College and has continued to advance throughout his career. In recent years, Rector was promoted to lieutenant and graduated from the National Fire Academy, reflecting both his professional development and his role in helping lead the department into the future.  During Tuesday’s recognition, Brown described Rector as part of a strong new generation of leadership within North Bend Fire & Rescue and praised his consistent success throughout his career.  Rector also addressed the council, reflecting on the significance of reaching the 20-year milestone and the relationships built over a career in the fire service.  He said the work has brought unforgettable calls, meaningful milestones and lasting bonds with fellow firefighters and the people they serve. Rector also expressed appreciation for department leadership, staff, volunteers and city officials, saying he remains grateful for the opportunity to do work he enjoys every day.  City officials thanked Rector for his service and for the lasting impact he has made on the department and the community over the past 20 years.  The City of North Bend extends its sincere appreciation and congratulations to Rector for two decades of dedicated service.