Crime & Safety
Southbury's Long Time Fire Chief Announces No Reelection
Rick Lyle reportedly can't serve another term under the fire department's bylaws.

Southbury’s long time fire chief, Rick Lyle, 49, announced Monday he will not run for reelection because he cannot serve another term under the department’s bylaws, the Rep-Am reported.
Elections for officers will be held at the 75-member Southbury Volunteer Firemen’s Association Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at its headquarters, 461 Main St., the Rep-Am reported.
Assistant Chief Dan Tomascak is the only person who has publicly stated an intention to run for chief, the Rep-Am reported.
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