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Trenton promotes firefighter and introduces new police officer and dispatcher
Summary
The City of Trenton promoted firefighter David Hazzard to lieutenant and Police Chief Bill Cusson introduced new officer Melissa Currie and new dispatcher Wade Lawrence; council members congratulated the personnel changes.
Trenton — The Trenton City Council took several personnel actions and recognitions at its April 14 meeting, including a promotion within the fire department and introductions in the police department.
Fire Chief Anthony Shostrand promoted firefighter David Hazzard to the rank of lieutenant. Council members offered congratulations during the aldermen’s remarks.
Police Chief Bill Cusson introduced Melissa Currie as a new police officer and Wade Lawrence as a new dispatcher for the City of Trenton. Council members and the mayor welcomed the new hires.
Why it matters: Local public-safety staffing and leadership changes affect department capacity and response; promotions and new hires are routine but can signal workforce stability or growth.
What council said: Council members publicly thanked department heads and individual employees for their service; no formal vote was required for the introductions and promotion was effected by the fire chief’s action and recognized by the council.
What’s next: The council will continue routine personnel oversight; the mayor and aldermen offered public congratulations.
