Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · Serving all of Hudson County since March 2011Codina Appointed New WNY Public Safety Director
The West New York Board of Commissioners on Wednesday night appointed Henry Codina as the new, Director of Public Safety. Codina, who had been the Assistant Public Safety Director since…
The West New York Board of Commissioners on Wednesday night appointed Henry Codina as the new, Director of Public Safety. Codina, who had been the Assistant Public Safety Director since last summer, was sworn in by Mayor Albio Sires.
Codina takes over for Alejandro DeRojas, whose contract expired at the end of December. DeRojas retired as a Deputy Chief in September, 2023.
Codina, a retired Police Lieutenant, served 28 years on the force before his April, 2024 retirement. He is also a trustee on the West New York Board of Education.
The West New York Police Department posted on Instagram, “We are extremely proud to have Director Codina as our new leader !”