Katy appoints 1st female interim fire chief

The city of Katy has appointed the city's first female interim fire chief as officials work to fill the open position.

At a Jan. 26 meeting, Katy City Council unanimously approved Dana Massey's interim appointment as current Fire Chief Kenneth Parker prepares for retirement following five years in the position and 28 years of service—12 with the city of Katy.

Zooming in

Massey has been with the Katy Fire Department since 1999, winning the city's 2021 Employee of the Year award. She previously worked at the Baytown and Galena Park fire departments, according to a KPD Facebook post.

"We appreciate all you've done and know you'll help lead us to the next season," Ward B council member Gina Hicks said.

Looking ahead

Massey will assume the chief role beginning at noon Feb. 2 until a replacement is named, according to agenda documents.

Community Impact reached out to the city of Katy to learn more about hiring details and timeline, but the information was not returned by press time.