Administration

Chief Blumenauer began his career with the Midland Fire Department in 1998. He served in all ranks including Captain, Battalion Chief and Assistant Chief. Blumenauer was promoted to Fire Chief in December of 2017. He holds state certifications as a licensed paramedic, EMS Instructor, and TCFP Master Firefighter, Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor II and is also a graduate of the Texas Fire Chiefs Academy. He earned an Associates in Fire Protection Technology as well as a Bachelors of Organizational Management, each from Midland College.

Chief Blumenauer is currently pursuing his Masters of Public Administration from Sul Ross State University. 

Chief Blumenauer's primary duties include overall budgetary responsibility for the Fire Department. He actively oversees the executive administrative staff in regards to strategic planning, budget development, policy implementation, project management, and team building and leadership activities.

Chief Blumenauer's also works closely with all Midland City Department heads, including City Manager and City Council.  

Assistant Chief McGary began his career with the Midland Fire Department in 1992 and served in the ranks of Firefighter and Engineer before being promoted to Captain in 2005, and then to Battalion Chief in 2012. McGary holds certifications as a TDSHS Licensed Paramedic, TCFP Master Firefighter, TCFP Master Aircraft Rescue Firefighter, Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor I, NFA Incident Safety Officer, Blue Card Incident Commander, and is a graduate of the Texas Fire Chiefs Academy. Chief McGary earned an Associates degree in Fire Science Technology from Midland College. 
 
 Assistant Chief McGary's primary duties include the direct supervision of the on-duty Battalion Chiefs (or shift commander) and ultimate responsibility for all personnel and equipment assigned to the three shifts within the Operations Division. McGary will also oversee airport emergency operations through the Aircraft Rescue Fire-Fighting (ARFF) Chief. As a member of the executive administrative staff, he assists with strategic planning, budget development, policy implementation, project management, team building and leadership activities.

Assistant Chief Michael Tully began his career with the Midland Fire Department in 2004 and served in the ranks of Firefighter and Engineer before being promoted to Captain in 2013, and then to Battalion Chief  in 2017.  Chief Tully holds certifications as a TDSHS Paramedic, TCFP Master Firefighter, Wildland Firefighter, Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor II, NFA Incident Safety Officer, Blue Card Incident Commander, and is a graduate of the Texas Fire Chiefs Academy. Chief Tully earned a Bachelor’s degree Public Safety & Emergency Management in 2016.  Chief Tully is also a member of the Permian Basin Incident Management Team and Texas Intrastate Mutual-Aid System (TIFMAS).

Assistant Chief Michael Tully’s primary responsibilities are the direct supervision of the EMS Division, Administrative Battalion Chief, Fire Information/Records Coordinator and the Training Division. As a member of the executive administrative staff, he assists with strategic planning, budget development, policy implementation, project management, team building and leadership activities.

Assistant Chief Michael Cota has served with the Midland Fire Department since February of 1996. His career in suppression as a Firefighter and as an Investigator in the Fire Marshal's Office has offered him an opportunity to serve in an array of disciplines for the City of Midland. Chief Cota holds TCFP Master certifications as a Firefighter, Arson Investigator and Fire Inspector. He also holds certifications as a Fire Instructor I and Fire Officer I, while maintaining an EMT-I and Peace Officer license. Chief Cota is a graduate of the Texas Fire Chiefs Academy and Certified Public Manager program through Texas Tech University. He has earned an Associate Degree through Midland College and is currently pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. 

Chief Cota's duties since joining the executive administrative staff his duties include overseeing the Community Risk Reduction program and manages the Fire Marshal Office. He does so while balancing relationships with internal and external resources to make a positive difference in the lives of our citizens. Chief Cota is also responsible for departmental functions such as policies, budget, health and wellness initiatives and strategic planning. 

Chief Cota has held a long-standing seat as a Board for Midland Municipal Employee's Credit Union.

Chief Cota spends most of his spare time mentoring young athletes by instilling teamwork, accountability and self-discipline while coaching his son's football and baseball teams.