Our Team Members

Eddie "Boa" Paulo

President

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Naazir Jackson

Vice President

Firefighter Jackson is a dedicated public servant, nonprofit leader, and lifelong advocate for the Newark community. Now in his 12th year with the Newark Fire Department, he is known for his integrity, courage, and unwavering commitment to service..

John P. Meixedo

Second Vice President

Battalion Chief Meixedo's career began in the early 1990s in the private sector, where he gained valuable experience in engineering and management at Ford Motor Company and BMW of North America...

Michael Moura

Secretary

Firefighter Moura began his professional career in the banking industry, starting as a Teller and advancing to the position of Sales Manager, where he developed a strong foundation in leadership, operations, and customer service...

Javier Morales

Treasurer

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Richard Gail

Advisory Council Member

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Ondre Roberts

Advisory Council Member

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Richard J. Mackey

Advisory Council Member

Captain Richard Mackey has proudly served with the Newark Fire Department since his appointment in March 2006 and was promoted to Captain in December 2015...

Jose Robles

Advisory Council Member

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Lamarence Best

Advisory Council Member

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Darren Rispoli

Advisory Council Member

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Christopher Caceres

Advisory Council Member

Firefighter Caceres is a lifelong resident of the City of Newark and is entering his 11th year of service with the Newark Fire Department. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning from Rutgers University and a Masters in Construction Management from Stevens Institute of Technology...

Francis J. Giantomasi, Esq.

Professional Board

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Anthony Azevedo, CPA

Professional Board

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