'A Privilege To Serve': New West Islip Fire Commissioner Elected

WEST ISLIP, NY — Albert Cinotti was voted in as the new Fire Commissioner of West Islip during Tuesday night's election.

Cinotti ran against Michael Cooper for the open five-year seat.

He has served as the fire chief at Long Island MacArthur Airport for nearly 10 years and has been a resident of the district for over 20 years.

Cinotti also served in the Brentwood Fire Department, spent a decade with the Levittown Fire Department, and serves as department treasurer and is a trustee of the West Islip Firefighters Association.

"It is with great pleasure that I share with you I have received the open position as Fire Commissioner, as a direct reflection of your unwavering support. To all that voted, spread the word, and sent their love I thank you for providing me with the opportunity to fulfill this position," Cinotti said in a statement. "It is a privilege to serve in our shared community, and I appreciate your faith in me to do so to the fullest extent. Thank you so much."