NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

MONROE, La. — Timothy Williams assumes his duties as Fire Chief of the Monroe Fire Department on October 1, 2026, following Governor Jeff Landry’s reappointment of Williams after completion of the civil service testing process.

“I am excited and honored to welcome Fire Chief Timothy Williams to the Monroe Fire Department,” said Monroe Fire Department Chief Fire Investigator ShaBrodrick Jones. “Having known Chief Williams for several years, I know firsthand that he is a respected leader who brings experience, dedication, and a strong commitment to the fire service. I look forward to working alongside him as he continues to lead, strengthen, and advance our department.”

The City of Monroe is welcoming Williams while recognizing Chief Maxey’s leadership during the transition and the work of MFD personnel in earning another Class 1 Public Fire Protection Classification, the highest rating under the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana’s system.

Mayor Friday Ellis thanked Governor Jeff Landry for his continued partnership and recognized the firefighters who maintained the department’s mission throughout the leadership transition.

“Our firefighters have carried the mission. Today, we give them the permanent leadership they deserve,” Mayor Ellis said.

Williams brings decades of fire-service experience, including service as fire chief in Bastrop. His stated priorities for Monroe include strengthening training, modernizing operations, supporting firefighters and building community relationships.

“Today, I’m excited to begin a new chapter as Chief of the Monroe Fire Department,” said Monroe Fire Chief Timothy Williams. “I also want to sincerely thank Governor Jeff Landry for his confidence and support, and Mayor Friday Ellis for his confidence in me and his commitment to public safety and the citizens of Monroe. I am honored by the opportunity to serve this community. I look forward to meeting the men and women of this department, earning their trust, and providing the leadership necessary to build on the strengths of this organization. I also look forward to working closely with our city leaders and community partners to carry out the mission of the Monroe Fire Department and provide the citizens of Monroe with the highest level of service possible. I want the citizens of Monroe to know that I take this responsibility seriously. I am honored to serve you, and I’m excited about what we can accomplish together.”

About the Monroe Fire Department

The Monroe Fire Department serves the City of Monroe, Louisiana, providing fire protection and professional emergency response. The department has again earned a Class 1 Public Fire Protection Classification under PIAL’s system.

Fact sheet

The announcement

Timothy Williams begins his duties as Fire Chief of the Monroe Fire Department on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Governor Jeff Landry reappointed Williams after completion of the civil service testing process.

Leadership transition

Chief Maxey was appointed acting fire chief on July 8, 2024, and served during the transition. The City is recognizing his leadership and the contributions of MFD’s division chiefs, firefighters and employees.

Department standing

MFD has again earned a Class 1 Public Fire Protection Classification, the highest rating under the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana’s system. Maxey credited the achievement to the work of every division chief and employee.

Chief Williams’s stated priorities

Strengthening training.

Modernizing operations.

Supporting firefighters.

Building trust and strong relationships with the community.