Schenectady Fire Chief to retire in 2025

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Schenectady Fire Chief Donald Mareno is set to retire in 2025. His last day is on January 7.

The firehouse will be hosting a walkout ceremony for Mareno to honor over 33 years of dedicated service. It will be held at the Schenectady Fire Headquarters on January 7 beginning at 10 a.m.

Mareno was Fire Chief for almost three years and Assistant Chief for over three years. He was 33 years old when he joined and he is 66 now that he is retiring.

With his retirement, Mareno said he will be spending more time with his family with a vacation planned for the end of January. He also said that his retirement may open the door to new opportunities where he can serve his community.

Mareno said the department is in good shape with many qualified people who are prepared to maintain the "Tradition of Excellence" at the firehouse. Mayor Gary McCarthy has not yet announced who the next Chief will be for the Schenectady Fire Department.