Michael Dennis Quill Sr., is an American Democratic politician and retired Auburn fire chief who served as mayor of the city of Auburn, New York from 2008 to 2024.[1][2]
Michael D. Quill Sr. | |
|---|---|
| 55th Mayor of Auburn, New York | |
| In office January 1, 2008 – January 1, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Timothy Lattimore |
| Succeeded by | Jimmy Giannettino |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Auburn, New York |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Auburn, New York |
| Occupation | Retired fire chief, politician |
| Website | https://www.auburnny.gov/mayor |
Background
editQuill was born in Auburn, New York, to Ralph P Quill, a fireman and former Marine, and Anna Salata Quill. Quill attended West High School in Auburn. He joined the Marine Corps in 1968 and served in the Vietnam War. After his military service, Quill returned to Auburn and became a firefighter in 1973. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1980, captain in 1986, and Assistant Chief in 1994. In 1995, he became Chief of the Auburn Fire Department and led the 72-person team for 11 years. After thirty-two years of service, he retired from the Auburn Fire Department.[3]
Election
editOn November 6, 2007, Quill defeated Republican Timothy Lattimore in a close election and became the 55th mayor of Auburn, New York.[4][5][6][7] Quill won re-election in 2011 and 2015 - defeating Lattimore each time.[8]
In November 2019, Quill was elected to his 4th term as Auburn mayor, receiving 55% of the vote, defeating Timothy Lattimore who had 42% of the vote.[8]
Advocacy efforts
editQuill has overseen tourist development and historic preservation efforts in Auburn, including the Harriet Tubman Home.[9][10][11]
Fire Safety
editAs Fire Chief, Quill testified in front of the House Committee on Science in regards to H.R. 1118: Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Act Of 2003.[12] The SAFER Act enabled emergency departments in smaller cities nationwide to increase staffing as to be better prepared to deal with unforeseen emergencies. The SAFER Act is currently administered by FEMA and the City of Auburn has been awarded over $180,000 in grants[13] as a result of Quill's efforts.[citation needed]
Founders Day
editIn 2009, Quill helped to create a Founders Day Celebration in the City of Auburn. The Celebration's aim was to promote the City's history and downtown business. The first Founders Day was held on June 6, 2009, and featured guest speaker Sarah Palin.[14][15]
References
edit- ^ "Michael D. Quill - 55th Mayor of Auburn". City of Auburn. Archived from the original on July 21, 2010.
- ^ "Office of the Mayor". City of Auburn, NY. Retrieved October 16, 2020.
- ^ "Mayor Quill's Biography". Office of the Mayor, City of Auburn, NY. Retrieved October 16, 2020.
- ^ Soule, Jessica, The Citizen, January 2, 2008, accessed January 17, 2011.
- ^ "Cayuga County Board of Elections Website. "2007 General Election Auburn-Auburn Mayor"". Cayuga.ny.us. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- ^ "Quill wins, Lattimore concedes Auburn mayor's race". Syracuse.com. November 15, 2007. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- ^ "Quill sworn in as Auburn's new mayor". Jessica Soule; January 2, 2008; The Citizen
- ^ a b "Michael Quill wins another term in Auburn as mayor". fingerlakes1.com. November 6, 2019. Retrieved October 16, 2020.
- ^ "National Historic Park Status All But Certain for Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn". WAER. January 5, 2017. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
- ^ "Auburn Could Revitalize City, Increase Tourism and Economy thru State Grant Competition". WAER. June 1, 2016. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
- ^ Harding, Robert (October 1, 2019). "Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul: Auburn Mayor Michael Quill 'strong partner' of Cuomo administration". Auburn Citizen. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
- ^ "H.R. 1118, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Firefighters Act of 2003". commdocs.House.gov. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- ^ Science, United States Congress House Committee on (2004). The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program: A View from Upstate New York : Field Hearing Before the Committee on Science, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eighth Congress, Second Session, June 21, 2004. U.S. Government Printing Office. pp. 22–26. ISBN 978-0-16-073441-0. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
- ^ "Sarah Palin's newly released book fondly recalls her visit to Auburn last June". Syracuse.com. November 18, 2009. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- ^ "You betcha: Sarah Palin schedules visit to Auburn". Syracuse.com. March 18, 2009. Retrieved November 21, 2017.