Three SFD Lieutenants were promoted to Captain and seven firefighters were promoted to Lieutenant. Those promoted include:
- Lt. Kevin Maclellan promoted to Captain
- Lt. CJ Rhodes promoted to Captain
- Lt. Michael Ireland promoted to Captain
- Firefighter William Torres promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter Benjamin Lopez Ortiz promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter Jonathan Shea promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter William Messer promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter Zachary Prendergast promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter Alberto Perez promoted to Lieutenant
- Firefighter Erik Ryan promoted to Lieutenant
In addition, Commissioner Calvi awarded, honored and recognized members and units of the SFD for their years of service, and for bravery and service for actions taken on December 24, 2020. Those being honored included:
- Firefighter George Vasquez – Medal of Honor
- Firefighter Jonathan Shea – Medal of Merit
- Firefighter Justin Mestre – Medal of Merit
- Unit Citations
- District Chief Tyrone Denson
- Engine 1
- Captain Tracy Goodreau
- Firefighter Chance Seymour
- Firefighter Jonathan Thomas
- Engine 2
- Captain Ty Mezzetti
- Firefighter Frank Ruemmele
- Firefighter Christopher Ott
- Engine 3
- Captain Anthony Sanabria
- Firefighter Alberto Diaz
- Firefighter William Penkala
- Engine 8
- Lt. Joseph Talmont
- Firefighter Brandon Obuchowski
- Firefighter Dennis Brantley
- Truck 1
- Lt. Fredrick Lyons
- Firefighter Justin Reid
- Firefighter Jeffrey Meon
- Firefighter Joshua Palatino
- Truck 2
- Lt. Warren Scott
- Firefighter Andre Postell
- Firefighter Miguel Toledo
- Truck 3
- Lt. William LaPalm
- Firefighter Felix Rivera
- Firefighter Neftali Rivera
Mayor Sarno states, “Congratulations and thanks to our brave and dedicated Fire Department personnel and their families. These promotions are well earned and deserved. To our awardees congratulations and thank you for your continued dedicated service to our community. On behalf of the residents of our great city, we thank you for your continued efforts in keeping our Springfield safe and we truly appreciate your service to our City. Godspeed,”
Commissioner Calvi stated, “Congratulations to our newest Lieutenants and Captains, and their families. These promotions are well earned and are a result of your hard work and dedication. Congratulations to all of our brave and dedicated SFD members who are being recognized and honored for their bravery and service. On behalf of the Springfield Fire Department, I wish to congratulate everyone for their continued efforts and service on behalf of our residents and business community. Job well done.”
