Department News
Captain Serenati and Lieutenant Palmer Earn Fire Officer Designation
Following an extensive peer review process, this designation recognizes demonstrated excellence in seven measured components.
December 11, 2025
Following an extensive peer review process, this designation recognizes demonstrated excellence in seven measured components.
We look forward to his leadership and continued commitment to the residents of the District.
Temporary Fire Captain Ryan Kohlmeier has been officially promoted to the rank of Fire Captain.
With these additions, each of our duty groups are now full with 10 per group. This will undoubtably help streamline our operation to better serve the residents and visitors of the IFD.
Congratulations on 34 years of service to the Irondequoit Community!
Over the course of his career, Chief Finewood has been formally commended 15 times for lifesaving actions and meritorious service.