Officer receives promotion to captain


Nov. 7, 2012
Officer Mark Gilbert, left, and Mayor Michael Bissonnette, right.
Reminder Publications photo by Katelyn Gendron
By Katelyn Gendron

katelyn@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — Chicopee Police officer Mark Gilbert was promoted to the rank of captain during a ceremony in the office of Mayor Michael Bissonnette on Oct. 31. Administering the oath was Thomas Charette, acting police chief.

"Mark Gilbert is one of the few Medal of Valor winners for his service and heroism. I think he'll continue his tremendous service as captain," Bissonnette said.

When asked how it felt to be promoted, Gilbert replied, "It feels great!"


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