Meet the Chief
I joined the department in 1986 and have worked my way up through the ranks over the years. I was fortunate to learn under the guidance of former Fire Chief Dana Robinson and other members of the department’s leadership, whose mentorship helped shape the skills and experience I bring to this role today.
As a lifelong resident of Petersham, I take great pride in serving and protecting the town I love. It is my commitment, along with the members of this department, to protect the lives, property, and safety of our community through dedication, training, and service.
We are proud to serve Petersham and remain committed to keeping our town safe.
Robert Legare, Petersham Fire Chief
Open Burning
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between January 15 and May 1 inclusive, depending on weather conditions. You must obtain permission from the town in which you plan to burn brush.
- Permits are only issued between 7:30 AM and 12:00 Noon.
- Permits are only issued ON THE DAY that you wish to burn.
- No permits are issued IN ADVANCE due to the potential for changing weather conditions.
Fire Department Fees
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certificate of Compliance (Smoke Alarms and/or Carbon Monoxide Alarms) | $50 |
| Certificate of Compliance (Smoke & CO more than 1 visit) | $75 |
| Oil Burner Permits | #25 |
| Propane Storage Permits | $25 |
| Blasting Permits | $25 |
| Black Powder Storage | $25 |
| Underground Tank Removal | $100 |
| Commercial Fire Alarm System | $100 |