Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh presides at FDNY Promotion Ceremony

May 28, 2024

With loud applause and cheers from colleagues, family members and friends, 63 members of the FDNY were promoted during a ceremony on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the Fire Academy on Randall's Island. 
 
"Leadership is obviously one of the greatest challenges and honors we can take on in any place, especially at the world's greatest Fire Department. You are at the initial steps of it, and those are the most important ones," Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh said. "It was already enough to be physically brave — to put your life on the line — but you've decided to have moral courage and to lead those people that you love in this Department, to keep them safe every day and to be there for them in their good times and bad times. Congratulations, we will be with you every step of the way."
 
Chief of Department John Hodgens added: "It's a proud day for this department. It's a day that highlights the exceptional dedication and skill within our ranks. Promotions show we really have talented, brave individuals who are ready and capable of stepping into more challenging roles, taking on greater responsibilities and, most importantly, leading by example. Each of you works to ensure that the FDNY continues to keep everyone on the fire ground and in New York City safe."

Deputy Assistant Chief Michael Woods, 30 Captains and 32 Lieutenants were sworn into their new roles. The newly promoted members will be assigned to various units throughout New York City's five boroughs.