Foti Koskinas celebrated his 50th birthday in style today.
The popular Westport Police chief turns half a century young this month. This morning, he got ready to participate in a workout/fundraiser for one of his favorite charities: the Catch a Lift Fund for wounded veterans.
But right before he began, a convoy drove past the police station. His wife, daughter and friends had gathered a group of Foti’s many fans, at the Imperial Avenue parking lot.
Among them: former 1st selectman Jim Marpe and his wife, Fire Chief Michael Kronick, Planning & Zoning chair Danielle Dobin, and others whose lives he has impacted.
Gathering in the parking lot (from left): Mary Ellen Marpe, former 1st Selectman Jim Marpe, Marshall Kiev.
Then — with a police escort — they drove around the corner to fete Foti. He was surprised and thrilled.
The birthday convoy arrives.
And then he did his fundraiser, with a smile.
Happy birthday, Chief — from all who were there, and the many other Westporters who are grateful for your service.
Police Chief Foti Koskinas and Human Services Department director Elaine Daignault, at today’s surprise birthday celebration. (Photos/Dan Woog)