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Tinley Park Fire Department in the news:
Tinley Park is reportedly considering adding live-in staffing to two of its fire stations, a move that reflects the evolving needs of the department as it continues to modernize. The TribLocal recently covered the topic, highlighting how the village’s 13-member volunteer fire department, established in 1901, has grown significantly over the past century.
Back in the early 20th century, having full-time firefighters stationed at a firehouse was unimaginable. But today, Tinley Park already operates with 24/7 staffing at Stations 1 and 4, both of which have live-in arrangements. Now, officials are looking to expand this model to Stations 2 and 3, located at 7825 W. 167th St. and 9191 W. 175th St., respectively. The upgrade, expected around 2013 or 2014, includes improving living spaces, expanding kitchens, creating separate facilities for men and women, and setting up office areas. The project is estimated to cost about $1 million.
Trustee Brian Maher, who leads the Public Safety Committee, said the changes will bring the stations up to “minimal standards†for residential staffing. While not perfect, he emphasized the need to act quickly. "We want to get them in shape sooner rather than later," he said.
Meanwhile, another article from TribLocal explores the future of Tinley Park's retired Seagrave aerial ladder truck, Truck No. 276. The village is considering donating the 37-year-old vehicle to a small rural community in Indiana—specifically Marshall, a town near Turkey Run State Park. The only catch is that the volunteer department there would need to cover the insurance costs.
The Public Safety Committee recently approved the donation, with Assistant Fire Chief Steve Klotz noting that the truck no longer serves any practical purpose in Tinley Park. The Marshall Fire Department, which currently relies on an engine, tanker, brush truck, and crew cab, has expressed interest if they can secure the necessary funds.
Committee Chair Brian Maher highlighted the village’s history of helping smaller communities in need. He described Marshall as a financially struggling town that could benefit greatly from the equipment. "When we have old equipment that has little value, we always consider if it’s something we can do to help somebody else in the region," he said.
In 2002, Tinley Park donated used squad cars to Iron Mountain, Michigan, and this year, the village sold a pumper truck to Chicago Heights for $50,000. The ladder truck, which was taken out of service due to safety concerns, could be worth far more if it finds a new home. Village Manager Scott Niehaus noted that scrapping the truck would yield only about $8,000 in salvage value, but a donation could provide much greater benefit.
If approved, the village would charge a nominal fee of $1 to $10 and ensure legal protection. Fire Chief Ken Dunn played a key role in identifying the potential recipient, and Klotz added that the truck wouldn’t be delivered—it would be up to the volunteers to transport it, possibly by trailer.
This article can be found HERE.