Bossier City Announces New Fire Chief, Honors Predecessor
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Bossier City, La. Mayor Tommy Chandler announced this week that Chief Blair Bockhaus will replace retiring Fire Chief Brad Zagone on Jan. 2, 2026, following Zagone’s more than 30 years with the department. Zagone began in 1994 and became chief in 2011, during which the department hired approximately 170 employees, built two stations and maintained a Class 1 rating. City council honored Zagone and recently presented him a key to the city this week. Officials highlighted continuity of public safety leadership and community outreach programs such as the Heroes and Helpers event. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Bossier City, La. Mayor Tommy Chandler announced this week that Chief Blair Bockhaus will replace retiring Fire Chief Brad Zagone on Jan. 2, 2026, following Zagone’s more than 30 years with the department. Zagone began in 1994 and became chief in 2011, during which the department hired approximately 170 employees, built two stations and maintained a Class 1 rating. City council honored Zagone and recently presented him a key to the city this week. Officials highlighted continuity of public safety leadership and community outreach programs such as the Heroes and Helpers event. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. 1994 — Brad Zagone joined the Bossier City Fire Department as a firefighter.
- 2. 2011 — Zagone was appointed Fire Chief of Bossier City.
- 3. During Zagone’s tenure — Department hired about 170 employees and built two fire stations.
- 4. 18th December 2025 — Heroes and Helpers community event scheduled at Target in Bossier City.
- 5. Late 2025 — Mayor Tommy Chandler announced Blair Bockhaus as incoming fire chief effective Jan. 2, 2026.
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