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Hackensack swears in Keith Raza as fire chief
Summary
The Hackensack City Council swore in Keith Raza as fire chief Oct. 14. Raza, a 25-year department veteran, pledged to ensure resident safety and thanked city leaders, staff and his family.
Keith Raza was sworn in as Hackensack fire chief at the start of the Oct. 14 City Council meeting. Mayor Kasim Gaines administered the oath, after which Raza took the podium to thank elected officials, city staff and his family for their support.
In brief remarks, Raza said he looks forward to working with the council and city leadership to "ensure the safety of the residents of Hackensack and the safety of the men and women of the Hackensack Fire Department." He recounted beginning his career in the city 25 years ago and credited mentors and colleagues for shaping his approach to leadership and service.
Mayor Gaines and multiple council members offered congratulations after the oath. The council paused for photos with the chief and his family before moving to the rest of the evening's agenda. The appointment follows the typical procedural swearing and ceremonial welcome; no separate vote was recorded at the meeting.
