The Executive Board
President
Chief Patrick Purcell
Westborough Fire Department
Immediate Past President
Chief Michael Kelleher
Foxborough Fire Department
1st Vice President
Chief Brian F. Nardelli
Brockton Fire Department
Secretary/Treasurer
Chief Kevin P. Partridge, Ret.
2nd Vice President
Chief Christopher Norris
Easthampton Fire Department
Reminder from the Secretary/Treasurer
Announcing Intentions to Run for Office
In accordance with Section 10 of the By-Laws noted below any member in good standing wishing to seek office shall make their intentions know that they are a candidate for office by the December General Membership Meeting. Please submit your intention to the Secretary at secretary@fcam.org.
Chief Derek Sencabaugh has announced his intentions to run for 2nd Vice President.
FCAM Members encouraged to attend I.A.F.C. New England Division Annual Membership Meeting, October 30 to vote for Chief Peter J. Burke Jr., Hyannis Fire Department for Internation Director of the IAFC N.E. Division.
FCAM will hold the its October Meeting at 1:00 PM, October 30, at Mohegan Sun, Narragansett Room. Voting for the Director Position will take place at the NE Division Meeting at 5:30 PM in the Ballroom. You do not have to register for the NE Chiefs conference! To vote, you must be an IAFC member.
FCAM is launching new emails for the organization to go into effect immediately.
Please update your contacts and begin to use the following emails for FCAM:
Upcoming Meetings & Trainings
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December 17, 2025
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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January 21, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This general membership meeting will be held virtually: https://meet.goto.com/167632845 (more…)
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2026 FCAM Conference
February 24, 2026 - February 26, 2026
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Each year a group of dedicated fire chiefs work to enhance the professional development of our fire leaders through these educational seminars. The 2026 theme “Ignite, Adapt, Overcome: Leading in Today’s Fire Service” stands as the foundation in all we do. Through professional development seminars like this, we hope to prepare fire leaders to face (more…)
Monthly Highlights
Chiefs Answering the Call for the Mentoring Program
On September 26, the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM) hosted a new mentoring class at the Westborough Fire Headquarters, graciously supported by Chief Purcell and the FCAM Executive and Board of Directors. Their commitment to advancing leadership development within the fire service has been instrumental in the success of this important initiative.
The session brought together nearly 30 Fire Chiefs representing 14 districts across the Commonwealth. Participants engaged in advanced leadership training through our updated Mentoring Program, which has been enhanced with additional layers of leadership development. The program was led by Frank Viscuso, Deputy Chief (Ret.), a nationally recognized speaker and respected authority on fire service leadership. His expertise, combined with the updated program framework, provided Chiefs with valuable insights into cultivating strong leadership and mentoring skills within their departments and beyond.
The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the program’s value in equipping Chiefs to serve as mentors both within their districts and across the wider fire service community. By investing in mentorship, these leaders are not only shaping the next generation of fire service professionals but also strengthening the culture of leadership, accountability, and support within our profession. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the Chiefs who dedicated their time and energy to participate in this training, despite their demanding schedules. Your willingness to embrace mentorship ensures that the fire service in Massachusetts continues to thrive through shared knowledge, guidance, and leadership.
10-Year Smoke Alarm Replacement Campaign
Official Press Release Here:
In Memoriam
Retirement Well Wishes
Chief David Hurlbut, Sterling Fire Department
Chief James McLaughlin, Franklin Fire Department
Chief Brian Hickey, Webster Fire Department
FCAM Welcomes
Edward Linehan Deputy Chief East Longmeadow
Jeff Sivert Deputy Chief Brewster Fire Department
Gerard Smith Fire Chief Dover Fire Department
Tyler Knight, Deputy Chief, Berkley Fire & Rescue
Important Notes
The MMA Report “A Perfect Storm: Cities and Towns Face Historic Pressures”
This morning, the Massachusetts Municipal Association released a new report we believe is critical to understanding the severe financial challenges facing local cities and towns.
A Perfect Storm: Cities and Towns Face Historic Fiscal Pressures, developed in collaboration with the Center for State Policy Analysis, covers the larger forces pushing many municipalities near a fiscal breaking point.
Please see the report here – we’d welcome the opportunity to connect with you in the weeks ahead to hear your insights as we develop a set of recommendations to guide our work in the coming months.
Vendor Registration is open! Click here to register.
Legislative Priorities 2025–2026
Click here for a full list of all Legislative Priorities and links to additional information.
Many Bills are being reported out – much earlier in this session than in past sessions. Of our Bills, the following have been reported out favorably –
- House version of the Tech Rescue Bill, Senate Bill waiting for our input
- The 26I Bill – both House and Senate out favorably
- Move OEMS Bill – both House and Senate out favorably
- Confidentiality for Peer Support Providers – both House and Senate out favorably
The Ambulance Reimbursement Bill will be heard on October 23, by the Joint Committee on Finance.
The Unlicensed Work, Training Council Seat, and Public Safety Building Authority bills have not been reported out.
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