Post Messenger Recorder -

The Belleville Fire Department has elected new leadership with the retirement of Ron Babler, after 44 years of service with the Department.

Brian Hollis has been elected Chief, and began his new role in February under dual Chiefs, and as of Monday night, May 23, he takes on sole leadership.

Also elected to two-year terms are the following: Deputy Chief, Chanse Kaczmarski; Assistant Chief, Doug Augustin; Captains, Dan Endres, Jeff Kenkel, Brady McSherry; Lieutenants (appointed by the Chief), Aaron Betts, Fire Inspector; Joe Gastel, Secretary/Treasurer; Mike O’Connor, Safety Officer; Jo...