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Hope Fire Chief Clarence Keller to retire June 30, 2025, board is notified

Hope Select Board · April 22, 2025
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Summary

Fire Chief Clarence Keller submitted written notice that he will retire as Hope’s Fire Chief and EMA Director effective June 30, 2025; the Select Board acknowledged the announcement during its April 22 meeting.

Clarence Keller submitted written notice to the Hope Select Board announcing his retirement as Fire Chief and Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director, effective June 30, 2025.

The board accepted Keller’s written announcement during the Fire Department update. The minutes record the retirement date but do not show any discussion of next steps, a replacement process, or interim coverage. The Select Board did not vote on any personnel action at the meeting; any staffing decisions will be addressed in a future meeting or by the town administrator.