OWL Confirms New 2025 Leadership

At the February Company Meeting, the department proudly welcomed its newly appointed leadership team during its annual swearing-in and induction ceremony following elections in January. In addition to the new leadership appointments, we also celebrated the well-earned promotions of Jared Lawrence and Peter Langone to the rank of lieutenant.

The event marked a significant moment for our department as we continue our mission to serve and protect the community with dedication and professionalism. Newly elected and re-elected member were inducted at the department’s February Company Meeting. Each leader reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the department’s values of service, integrity, and teamwork.

We extend our gratitude to our outgoing officers for their hard work and leadership, and we look forward to a successful year ahead under our new leadership team. Congratulations to all.

OWL VFD Administrative Leadership

2025 Elected Leadership:

• President: Todd W. Hewitt
• Executive Vice President: Sue Wessolleck
• Membership Secretary: Stacey Godin
• Treasurer: Debbie Haight
• Sergeant-At-Arms: Mark Bauer
• Election Officer: Sabrina Brandon Ricks

Board of Directors (Elected or Re-elected this cycle): 

• Kenneth Dee Gottman
• Anna Smith
• Cynthia Thackwray

OWL VFD Operational Leadership

Assistant Chiefs of Fire:

• Kurt Bolland
• Ernest DeSantis
• Ryan Williams

Assistant Chief of Rescue:

• Sandra Williams

Captains of Fire:

• Steve Godin

Captain of Rescue:

• Mike Yankaskas

Rescue Lieutenants:

• Aundrea Bonilla
• Leo Greenwald

Promotions

Lieutenants: 

• Jared Lawrence
• Peter Langone