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Monroe Finally Has Its New Fire Chief | Monroe Louisiana News

Monroe, Louisiana, finally has a permanent Fire Chief after nearly two years of leadership vacuum—Timothy Williams officially appointed by Governor Jeff Landry on September 16, 2026, with his official start set for October 1, 2026. The move resolved legal hurdles and ensured public safety continuity, praised by Mayor Friday Ellis and acting Chief Kenneth Maxey, who led the department through the transition while maintaining its top-tier Class One rating. Williams, a seasoned Bastrop leader, vows to enhance training, modernize operations, empower firefighters, and deepen community ties—all…

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