This from James Skrabel:
Joliet Quint 9 made quick work of a pickup/trailer fire in the 5400 block of Theodore Road earlier this afternoon.
This from James Skrabel:
Joliet Quint 9 made quick work of a pickup/trailer fire in the 5400 block of Theodore Road earlier this afternoon.
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Excerpts from abc7chicago.com:
The Joliet Fire Department announced the death of Captain Kevin Hargis on Sunday.
“We are very sorry to tell you that the Joliet Community has lost a respected firefighter, and a family has lost a beloved Husband, Son, and Brother.”
Capt. Hargis died suddenly on Saturday, the fire department said. He was 52-years-old.
He was a 22-year veteran of the Joliet Fire Department, he was also a member of the Hazardous Materials Team and the team Coordinator; a safety committee member; a CPR Instructor, coordinator, and trainer; and the Captain of Fire Station No. 7.
“The Joliet Fire Department will deeply miss Captain Hargis’s leadership, knowledge, and passion for helping others in the community and the fire department. To the Hargis Family and Friends, you will all remain in our thoughts through these difficult times.”
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Jun 8
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Apr 3
Posted by Admin in Fire Department News, New Apparatus Order | 6 Comments
From the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page:
New order for Joliet Fire Department(2) Custom E-ONE enginesCyclone 80” CA cab with Vista RoofStainless steel bodyLow hosebedTop-mount pump controls780-gallon water tank1,500-GPM Hale QMAX pumpFederal Signal Products emergency warning lightsFireTech HiViz LED scene lights
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From December memos for two new engines.
Budget Amending Ordinance 2 New Fire Engine Purchases (003)
ORDINANCE NO.
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2023 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF JOLIETWHEREAS, after holding a public hearing and giving notice thereof in the manner provided by law and ordinance, the Mayor and City Council have examined and approved an Annual Budget for the City of Joliet for the fiscal year 2023; and
WHEREAS, the 2023 Annual Budget did not include a recommended expenditure of $ 200,000 for the additional purchase of the 2 Fire Engine Purchases; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council hereby find the 2023 Annual Budget should be amended to include said unforeseen expenditures; and
WHEREAS, funds are available to effectuate the purpose of the amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council hereby find that the proposed amendment to the Annual Budget is fiscally sound and adoption is in the best interests of the residents of the City of Joliet.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JOLIET, ILLINOIS, PURSUANT TO ITS HOME RULE AND STATUTORY AUTHORITY, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The 2023 Annual Budget for the City of Joliet, Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois is hereby amended to include a $200,000 expenditure (Org 30070020, Object 557500) utilizing General Funds for the additional purchase requirements of the 2 new Fire Engines.
SECTION 2: The Annual Budget and amendment approved by this Ordinance shall collectively constitute an “Annual Budget” for the purposes of Section 8-2-9.1-1 through 8-2-9.10, inclusive, of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/8-2-9.1 et seq.), as amended, and as an annual appropriation ordinance as set forth in Section 8-2-9.4 thereof.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the home rule powers granted the City of Joliet by Article VII, Section 6 of the Constitution of the State of Illinois. In addition, this Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the authority and in accordance with the procedures set forth by law. To the extent that this Ordinance conflicts with any provision of law, this Ordinance shall be construed so as to preempt such law pursuant to the home rule powers of the City of Joliet. This Ordinance shall be deemed severable.
SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon its passage.
(partial) Meeting Minutes – Final Tuesday, December 5, 2023 5:30 PM City Hall, Council Chambers Public Safety Committee
ORDINANCES
Ordinance Amending the 2023 Budget for the Two New Fire TMP-6707 Engine Purchases
Attachments: Budget Amending Ordinance 2 New Fire Engine Purchases (003)
Jeff Price briefly explains Ordinance Amending the 2023 Budget for the Two New Fire Engine Purchases
Councilwoman Quillman, and Councilwoman Reardon ask questions about price difference.
Jeff Price explains difference.
Councilman Clement questions why if original contract was signed would there would be any price increases.
Jeff Price explains price difference from original contract is because of changes they made not because they increased original contract.
A motion was made by Councilman Joe Clement, seconded by Councilwoman Sherri Reardon, to recommend for approval COUNCIL MEMO #TMP-6707: Ordinance Amending the 2023 Budget for the Two New Fire Engine Purchases.
thanks Martin
Nov 7
Posted by Admin in Fire Truck photos, New Delivery | 10 Comments
This from Chris Skrabel:
Joliet new Tower 6
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Jul 22
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From Chris Skrabel:
Followed truck company 9 from joliet to a large mansion-style house fire. Good knock by joliet, held to their working fire response.
From patch.com:
At 4:31 p.m., the Joliet Fire Department responded to 606 Rookery Lane for a structure fire. The first units arrived within 3 minutes of the call and were met with heavy smoke and fire coming from the two-story single family dwelling.
The building was unoccupied and under construction, and all workers were able to get out of the building. Multiple hose lines were used inside to extinguish fire on the second floor. Other crews performed water supply, search, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, safety, and support functions.
The fire was declared under control at 5:40 p.m.
Crews from stations 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 responded to the scene. There were no injuries to report.
Last September, that the Joliet City Council made 606 Rookery Lane a public nuisance
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Jul 16
Posted by Admin in Fire Department News, Fire truck being built, Fire Truck photos | 5 Comments
From Fire Service, Inc. Facebook:
Joliet Illinois doing an acceptance on another E-One aerial. Thank you for your continued business.
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Excerpts from 25newsnow.com:
Peoria Fire Department Battalion Chief Tony Cummings has been promoted to assistant chief.
Chief Cummings began his career with the department on May 22, 2000. During his career, he has worked the ranks of engineer, captain, Battalion Chief of EMS and Division Chief of Operations. He is a 23-year aaramedic for the Peoria community and has served as an instructor to other paramedics and EMT’s on the fire department and other agencies.
Chief Cummings is a 1992 graduate of Peoria High School and Illinois Central College. He received an Associate Degree in Applied Science and Fire Science, a graduate of Western Illinois University, where he received a Bachelor of Science, Fire Administration and Management, and a graduate of Arizona State University, where he received his Master’s degree in Executive Fire Officer.
He is an active member with his fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated, as well as a proud member of the Afro American Firefighters Association Peoria chapter.
Chief Cummings is a proud father of three children, his oldest Darren also was just hired by the Peoria Fire Department.
After 29 years of service to the Peoria community, Chief Rick Morgan has elected to retire.
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Excerpts from nbcchicago.com:
An iconic venue in Joliet was damaged by a fire on Wednesday afternoon, with an investigation currently underway after the blaze.
According to officials, the fire at the Patrick Haley Mansion, located in the first block of South Center, broke out Wednesday afternoon while staff were preparing for an event.
The fire was brought under control within 40 minutes, and firefighters remained on scene for several hours putting out hot spots.
The mansion, built in the 1890’s, is a popular venue for weddings and other events, and Joliet residents say it is an important part of their city’s history.
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