Chief David L. Frizzell (Ret.) Executive Director
Metrofire was established in 1979, initially comprising 34 departments within the newly reorganized Massachusetts Fire District 13. The Organization formed as a Mutual Aid Organization concurrently during this period. While its membership originally consisted exclusively of Fire District 13, Metrofire has since experienced several changes in its
roster as departments have joined or exited the organization.
In 1981, Metrofire’s bylaws purportedly restricted organizational expansion for five years, with an additional extension of five years thereafter. In 1997, the Towns of Canton, Norwood, Randolph, and Westwood expressed interest in joining Metrofire; however, their requests were deferred as the organization prepared to renew its Mutual
Aid Agreement in 2001.
Randolph subsequently reapplied in 2006 and was admitted as a member in 2007, maintaining active status to date. The Town of Lincoln submitted a membership request in January 2008, which was approved in July 2009. Following a change in leadership, Lincoln chose to withdraw from Metrofire effective January 1, 2014.
In 2024, the chiefs of Canton, Norwood, and Westwood initiated informal discussions regarding potential membership. Formal discussions commenced in spring 2025. After meeting with the Metrofire Board of Directors and receiving a favorable recommendation, all three communities presented their applications to the Metrofire membership in June 2025. Their acceptance was unanimously approved, and the Canton, Norwood, and Westwood Fire Departments became official members on July 1, 2025.
On that date, all three municipalities executed the Mutual Aid Agreement, securing full membership. Metrofire now encompasses 38 member departments representing 37 communities, along with Massport Fire, which operates at both Logan International and Hanscom locations. The organization recognizes the importance of its diverse membership and remains committed to responsible growth and the continued advancement of fire service excellence throughout eastern Massachusetts.