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Southfield council appoints Captain Jason Deno as deputy fire chief; three promoted to lieutenant

Southfield City Council · February 9, 2026
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Summary

The council approved Captain Jason Deno as Deputy Fire Chief of Operations effective Feb. 10, 2026, and formally recognized promotions of three firefighters to lieutenant. Council cited experience, advanced certifications and the department’s new advanced life‑support capability.

Chief Dorington recommended that the council appoint Training and Safety Officer Captain Jason Deno to the position of Deputy Fire Chief of Operations for the City of Southfield, effective Feb. 10, 2026. "I am pleased to recommend the appointment and training and safety officer, Captain Jason Deno, to the position of Deputy Fire Chief of Operations for the City of Southfield," Chief Dorington said during the Feb. 9 meeting.

The council moved and approved the appointment. Council President Pro Tim Hog moved the appointment and Councilwoman Haynes supported…

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