As the new year begins, some leadership roles of the Bedford Hills Fire Department are also changing.

The department extends its gratitude to the individuals who have completed their terms of service. Past President Fuentes and Deputy Chief Dennett have concluded their service on the Board of Directors, following their roles as President and Chief of Department, respectively. In addition to these key positions, Past President Fuentes served as a Lieutenant, and Chief Dennett served as an Engineer in the Engine Company. Kyle Cullam also finished a term as an Engineer.

The department also congratulates its newly elected officers.

The Administrative and Operational Officers for 2026 are as follows:

Board of Chiefs
Chief of Department – Zachary S. Patierno
1st Assistant Chief – Brian S. McGill
2nd Assistant Chief – Robert W. Bancroft
Deputy Chief – Alexander W. Dennett Sr.

Board of Directors
President – Jason L. Nickson
Vice President – Robert Dennett Sr.
Director – Martin J. Bailey Jr.
Director – Francesco A. Figliuzzi
Director – Joseph M. Liburdi Jr.
Secretary – Edwin P. Jacobi
Treasurer – Nicola D. Bueti
Chaplain – Christopher J. Hurley

Assistant Chaplain – Christine P. Foster
Assistant Secretary – Kenneth I. Barocas
Assistant Treasurer – Wyatt Messinger

Hook & Ladder Company
Captain – Sean Curro
Lieutenant – Timothy Collins
Lieutenant – Sean Rooney
Engineer Tower Ladder 57 – Gregory Wege
Engineer Utility 57– David Tomack
Secretary/Treasurer - George Minotti

Engine Company
Captain – John Norica
Lieutenant – Kyle Brown
Lieutenant – Joseph M. Liburdi Jr.
Engineer Mini-Attack 9 – Jason L. Nickson
Engineer Engine 199 – Benjamin Rotolo
Foreman Tanker 5 – William Nakelski
Foreman Engine 198 – Jeffrey Waful
Secretary/Treasurer – Joseph J. Lombardo III

Rescue/Fire Police Company
Captain – Francesco A. Figliuzzi
Lieutenant – Nicola A. Bueti
Lieutenant – Robert Medina
Engineer Rescue 10 – Martin Bailey III
Engineer Utility 6 – Thomas Love
Secretary/Treasurer – Nicola D. Bueti

Appointed Deputy Chiefs:
William E. Nickson (DC-35)
David J. Liburdi (DC-36)
Joseph J. Lombardo III (DC-41)
Dominick N. Bueti (DC-43)
Jason L. Nickson (DC-44)

Good Luck to all of the 2026 Officers!