AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP)-- Interim Amherst Fire Chief Lindsay Stromgren has been appointed chief by Town Manager Paul Bockelman. Stromgren began his career with the Amherst Fire Department 42 years ago as a student firefighter, moving through the ranks from professional firefighter/EMT, captain, to assistant chief. He has been serving as interim chief since the retirement of former chief Tim Nelson in June. Holyoke Police chief finalist interview open to public Stromgren attended Amherst-Pelham Regional High School and has been active in the community as a member of several organizations. He is a graduate of Greenfield Community College, UMass Amherst, received Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Certification from the National Fire Academy, and is a Massachusetts Credentialed Fire Chief through a program at the Massachusetts Fire Academy. “I am excited to begin this next chapter in my decades long career here at the Amherst Fire Department,” said Stromgren. “I look forward to leading our exceptional team as we continue to serve the residents of Amherst.”  “Lindsay Stromgren is the leader who can best guide the Town of Amherst Fire Department in the coming years,” said Bockelman. “Lindsay brings extensive professional firefighting experience in both operations and administration; advanced educational training in fire science; and a strong commitment to maintaining high quality services and aligning the department with the needs, goals, and desires of the Town of Amherst.”  The appointment will be reviewed and considered by the Town Council at its meeting on Monday, December 2nd.