The Houston City Council has confirmed the appointment of Thomas Muñoz as the new Fire Department Chief, replacing Sam Peña, and Noe Diaz as the new Police Department Chief, succeeding Troy Finner. Muñoz brings over 26 years of experience and a commitment to improving safety for all residents.
Katy ISD says students can’t have cell phones on during school hours, and it’s not the only district cracking down📲🚫FEMA’s Disaster Fund has run out of money for 2nd year in a row🥴 Here’s who can still get help after Hurricane Beryl– There are officially two new chiefs in town! On Wednesday, the Houston City Council confirmed the appointment of a new Houston Police Department chief and a Houston Fire Department chief.
“Mayor Whitmire is a no-nonsense leader who has supported our firefighters since day one,” said Chief Muñoz. “I am committed to taking care of the residents of Houston, which must begin with taking care of the men and women of the Houston Fire Department. The work we do today will have a lasting impact for years to come, and I know that with this administration, we can improve the safety of all residents and future generations.
In 2007, he received the Captain Edward R. Williams United States Coast Guard Reserve Award for Excellence. He is also the recipient of five USCG Commendation Medals.Diaz brings 23 years of experience in law enforcement to his new role, including 11 years as a Texas Ranger. Diaz was the former Police Chief for the City of Katy.
In 2001, he was promoted to the Narcotics Division of the State Police stationed in Houston. During his seven years as a narcotics sergeant, Diaz was assigned to the Harris County Organized Crime Task Force, HPD, ATF, DEA, and the FBI.
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