Legislator calls on Gov. Stitt to return State Forester to his job

Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, the vice chair of the House Public Safety Committee has called on Gov. Kevin Stitt to return Mark Goeller, the former state forester and director of Oklahoma Forestry Services, to his job.

The governor fired Goeller after wildfires devastated much of the state beginning March 14. The fires left four dead, 200 injured and more than 400 homes and other structures damaged or completely destroyed.

“I listened in total shock as the governor publicly insulted the men and women of the Oklahoma forestry division and spoke about firing the director,” Humphrey said. “Director Goeller is known nationwide for his knowledge on fires and is one of the most responsible directors in Oklahoma government.

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