Legendre will fill the position left by retiring District Chief Mark Willett, effective July 1, 2013. Willett served the Saco Fire Department and the City of Saco 50 years.

Legendre has served with the Saco Fire Department for more than 36 years in a variety of positions including firefighter, Lieutenant and Captain. He currently serves as the Call Division Training Captain. 

In his work as a Fire Instructor for the York County Chiefs Association and Maine Fire Service Institute, Legendre has earned the reputation of being a very knowledgeable and competent firefighter and fire officer. He is well respected both within the Saco Fire Department and the fire service throughout the State of Maine.