John P. Meixedo

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. Driven by a desire to serve the community, he joined the Newark Fire Department in 2002 and progressed through the ranks to become a Battalion Chief. In addition to his professional responsibilities, he has been actively involved in charitable and goodwill initiatives such as Tunnel 2 Towers, winter coat drives for children, and food drives for those in need. He has also served nearly a decade as a delegate for the Newark Fire Officers Union.