About the Board

Board Information

NameBoard of Fire Commissioners
FunctionThe Board of Fire Commissioners is responsible for advising the Chief of the Fire Department and reviewing discipline policy and practice of the department. The Board may also investigate all matters affecting the conduct of the Department.
CompositionBoard of Fire Commissioners
City Council ApprovalYes
Legal AuthorityCity Charter Article VII § 49
Liaison/Executive Director NameJoann Drayton
Liaison/Executive Director Phone410-396-1436
Liaison/Executive Director Emailjoann.drayton@baltimorecity.gov

Membership

Term coincides with the Mayor's Term

Member NamePositionTerm StartedAppointed By
Alex Katzenberg IIIPresidentFebruary 2022Mayor
Kevin O'ConnorMemberJanuary 2023Mayor
Charles L. BollackMemberJanuary 2012Mayor
Shannon Frattaroli, MPH, Ph.D.MemberJanuary 2012Mayor
Bert HashMemberJanuary 2012Mayor