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Board of Fire Commissioners

Established under Section 4-8 of the Guilford Town Charter, the Board of Fire Commissioners provides oversight and direction for the Guilford Fire Department while helping ensure that it is prepared to serve the community safely, effectively, and responsibly. The five-member board oversees the maintenance and care of all Town-owned fire apparatus and equipment, establishes regulations governing department operations, and sets standards for the purchase of apparatus, equipment, and supplies. Appointed by the Board of Selectmen upon the recommendation of the Town Committees, the current commissioners are Amy Sullivan (R), Dennis Carnelli (D), Fred Trotta (D), Josh Hershman (D), and Ken Wilson Jr. (I). Regular meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Emergency Services Building, 390 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437.