Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and Fire Chief Announce Fire Department Promotions

Photo: Lieutenant Damian Drella (center right) and Acting Lieutenant Paul Eaves (center left) were sworn in to their new roles on March 21, 2019. They are pictured here with Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree (right), and Fire Chief Michael Newbury (left). 

(Saugus, MA) April 3, 2019 – Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and Saugus Fire Chief Michael Newbury are pleased to announce the promotions of two members of the Saugus Fire Department: Lieutenant Damian Drella and Acting Lieutenant Paul Eaves.

The lieutenants were sworn into their new roles on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at the Town Hall, with members of the department, Town Hall staff, family, and friends in attendance to show their support.

“It is an honor and a privilege to promote these two public safety officials, and I want to congratulate them and their families,” said Town Manager Crabtree. “I am confident that Lieutenant Drella and Acting Lieutenant Eaves will excel in their new positions and continue to serve our Town to the best of their abilities.”

Drella has been a member of the Saugus Fire Department since 1991. Prior to that, he was a dispatcher from 1987 until 1991. Also a photographer, Drella photographs the fire department’s fire investigations.

Eaves served as a firefighter in the Saugus Fire Department from 2011 until his promotion to Acting Lieutenant. Eaves is also in the United State Army, working within the intelligence field.

Both Drella and Eaves are EMTs.

“I appreciate all the effort they’ve all put into their careers and sacrifices they’ve made to get to these positions,” said Fire Chief Newbury. “I’m proud of them and I think they’re going to fill their new roles very well.”

For more information, contact the Town Manager’s office at 781-231-4111.

About The Town of Saugus

The Town of Saugus, Massachusetts, is a family-friendly, historic neighborhood Town located along the north shore, ten miles north of Boston. First settled in 1629, Saugus is home to historic sites, top-tier public services, and a thriving business community. Strong community support, a forward-thinking approach to town government, rich recreational opportunities, affordable choices, and easy access to all the amenities that Boston has to offer – they all contribute to make Saugus a Town where businesses flourish and families make their home.

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