FDNY Celebrates Civilian Staff in Annual Recognition Ceremony

Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano speaks at the Employee Recognition Ceremony

Dozens of civilian staff were honored for their service and commitment at the annual Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony at FDNY Headquarters on May 11.

"It's the dedication of our civilian staff that makes this Department run smoothly," said Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano. "You don't always get the recognition you deserve, but it's because of you that this Department gets better and stronger."

Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano and Chief of Department Edward Kilduff with David Franco, who is celebrating 35 years of service.

During the ceremony, six employees were honored for serving 40 years, three for 35 years, 51 for 30 years, 87 for 25 years, 127 for 20 years and six for receiving university degrees.

"This [event] says a lot about our staff," Chief of Department Edward Kilduff said. "Everyone in this room is proud to be identified with and working for the FDNY."

Chief of EMS Abdo Nahmod added, "You make us shine every day."