The Brief The Minneapolis City Council voted 10-2 to confirm Dr. Reginald Freeman as the city's next fire chief. Dr. Reginald Freeman will be the next fire chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department after being confirmed by a vote of the Minneapolis City Council on Thursday. Dr. Reginald Freeman becomes next fire chiefWhat we know:The Minneapolis City Council voted 10-2 to approve Dr. Reginald Freeman as the city's next fire chief. "I’m grateful to the City Council for confirming Chief Freeman and look forward to the work ahead as he helps lead our fire department into its next chapter." I do not take this responsibility lightly," said Chief Reginald Freeman.