The Select Board voted to approve a new officer for the Police Department and promoted two firefighters to leadership roles in the Fire Department. The moves come as part of ongoing transitions within both departments due to retirements.
Police Chief Thomas Browne presented the credentials for Officer Kevin Steere. Steere comes to Burlington from the Dracut Police Department, where he has served as a patrol officer since September 2022. Officer Steere brings a solid educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from UMass Lowell. He also has dispatch experience with the Lowell Police Department. While he could not be present for the appointment, Chief Browne said he plans to bring him back with other new officers in June for a formal introduction to the board.
The Select Board also approved two firefighter promotions. Fire Chief Jim Browne presented one promotion to lieutenant and another to captain.
Firefighter Paramedic Preston Angelucci has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. With nine years in the department, Angelucci was among the first wave of paramedics hired to establish Burlington Fire’s ALS (Advanced Life Support) program. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from UMass Lowell. Chief Browne described him as a “quiet leader” who leads by example and is well-respected by colleagues and superiors.
Promoted from lieutenant to captain was Todd Ficociello. Ficociello has served with the department for 24 years, including the last nine as a lieutenant. He holds an extensive list of certifications, including Health and Safety Officer, Incident Safety Officer, Fire Prevention Officer 1, and Live Fire Training Certified. Ficociello also holds both an Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science.
Chief Browne also recognized Ficociello for his work reviving the SAFE program, or “Student Awareness of Fire Education.” He recently secured a $7,000 grant from the Department of Fire Services to continue the community program, which now also includes outreach to seniors.
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