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Council approves home‑rule petition to allow veteran officer to seek Boston Fire Department appointment past age limit
Summary
The council unanimously approved a home‑rule petition that would allow a 35‑year‑old Boston police officer, Stylianos (Stephen) Katakakis, to be considered for appointment to the Boston Fire Department despite the department’s maximum age rule.
The Boston City Council on Sept. 23 suspended the rules and adopted a home‑rule petition that would permit a 35‑year‑old police officer, Stylianos (Stephen) Katakakis, to pursue appointment to the Boston Fire Department despite the department’s maximum age limit.
Councilor Ed Flynn filed the petition and described Katakakis as a longtime Boston resident and public‑safety professional with years of police service and multiple commendations, including a 2020 recognition for rescuing residents from a burning building. Flynn asked the council to approve the special law so Katakakis could seek a transfer or appointment to the Fire Department.
Councilor Ricardo P. Santana spoke in support, saying Katakakis “would be an asset to the department” and praising his dedication and prior life‑saving actions. The council then voted by roll call on Docket 1668; the clerk announced 19 yes votes and the petition passed.
The action is a filing to the state (home‑rule petition) that requests a legislative exception to the Fire Department’s maximum age requirement. If enacted at the state level, the petition would permit Katakakis to apply for firefighter appointment despite the standing age restriction.
