Our Leadership Team

John Goodman
President
John Goodman
PresidentI began my career with the Spokane Fire Department on March 1, 1999, after leaving a position at Kaiser Aluminum due to a labor dispute. That experience marked the beginning of my journey and education in union work. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving at stations 1, 3, 4, 13, 15, and SIU before becoming a fire investigator in the Special Investigation Unit. I currently work at Station 6 on C shift, serving the West Plains area near my home. Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to learn from and work alongside some of the best the Spokane Fire Department and Local 29 have to offer. Their thoughtfulness and historical perspective have greatly influenced my approach to union leadership. My wife and I have a blended family with seven children, ranging in age from 15 to 24. Outside of work, I dedicate my time to teaching fire safety skills to school-aged children with disabilities through my wife’s nonprofit, The ISAAC Foundation

Lee McNamee
Vice President
Lee McNamee
Vice PresidentI joined the Spokane Fire Department in 1994 and have been on the Local 29 executive board since 2014. I was born and raised in Spokane and currently work on Ladder 4 on the west end of downtown. I am married with two adult sons, and in my free time, I enjoy camping, fishing, and riding my motorcycle.

Kirk Griffith
Treasurer
Kirk Griffith
TreasurerI have been Local 29’s Treasurer since 2022. I joined the Spokane Fire Department in 2012 and have been fortunate enough to work at many great houses since then. When I’m not crunching numbers or slaying the dragon, I love to play soccer and hockey, and coach youth teams. At home, I’m raising three rowdy, incredible boys with my loving wife Sarah.

Corey Newman
Secretary
Corey Newman
SecretaryCorey was raised in a union household. He was hired by the SFD in 2012. When he’s not advocating for Local 29 you will likely find him at one of his children’s sports games.

Sean Golladay
Spokane Firefighters Bargaining Unit Vice President
Sean Golladay
Spokane Firefighters Bargaining Unit Vice PresidentI was hired on to the Spokane Fire Department March 1st, 1999. I have previously served as a station rep and executive board member. Local 29 has a storied history as both a founding member of the Washington State Council of Firefighters and the International Association of Firefighters. I am deeply honored to serve Local 29.

Dan Renner
Spokane Association of Fire Officers Bargaining Unit Vice President
Dan Renner
Spokane Association of Fire Officers Bargaining Unit Vice PresidentBio to come.

Matt Meeker
Spokane International Airport Bargaining Unit Vice President
Matt Meeker
Spokane International Airport Bargaining Unit Vice PresidentI am Matt Meeker I work out at the Spokane International Airport Fire Department and have since 2015. I served 8 years prior to that in the United States Air Force. Ive been on the executive board since 2021.
I am married with 4 children. My oldest is currently 13 and youngest is 6. I am very active in my church and enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, watching baseball and playing board games.

Kasey Austin
Executive Board Member
Kasey Austin
Executive Board MemberI am currently in my 23rd year with the Spokane Fire Department. Spokane is my third professional fire department that I have worked for, and Local 29 is the third IAFF Local I have been a part of. I have also worked for Local 3995 Whitefish Professional Firefighters and Local 1892 Pullman Professional Firefighters.

Jhar Fuller
Executive Board Member
Jhar Fuller
Executive Board MemberI’ve been a union firefighter since 2004. I’m currently at Engine 7. When I’m not at work, you can usually find me living the Dad-life with my family enjoying the Inland Northwest.
I’m looking forward to serving our Local as an E-Board member.

Eric Staggs
Executive Board Member
Eric Staggs
Executive Board MemberHaving had the good fortune of working for, and with, numerous principal officers of L29 early in my career, the Union has been an integral part of my life. Involved for more than 2 decades in a variety of committees, projects, and for the past 6 years as an Executive Board member, I take pride in understanding member’s concerns and finding solutions.

Mike Walker
Executive Board Member
Mike Walker
Executive Board MemberMy name is Mike Walker. I have been with the Spokane Fire Department for 14 years. I have been working in the fire service for 20 years total. I have been a member of Local 29s Executive Board for 4 years and I am the Chair of the Engine Committee. I am also Local 29s Firefighter Cancer Support Network representative and help members with whatever I can when they get the news of cancer. I thank you all for the opportunity to represent you!