S KOKIE FIRE DEPARTMENT. Values Respect Accountability Honesty Cooperation. ISO Class 1

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1 S KOKIE FIRE DEPARTMENT 2016 A NNUAL R EPORT Values Respect Accountability Honesty Cooperation ISO Class 1

2 Message from the Chief It is an honor to present the 2016 annual report of the Skokie Fire Department detailing our activities and accomplishments. In reviewing the report it is noteworthy to realize that we are among the top 1% of all Fire Departments nationally being Accredited and ISO Class 1 rated. These accomplishments are obtained through the diligent and dedicated actions and efforts of our workforce supported by the elected officials, municipal management, other Village departments and supporting agencies. We are committed to continuous improvement and superior service delivery in a highly efficient and cost effective manner. In 2016, the Fire Department responded to a total of 9,437 calls for service or an increase of 8.9% over the 5 year average of 8,431 calls for service. Responses for emergency medical services represented 64% of our incident activity in 2016 or 5,994 responses. As we enter our 136 th year of service to the community, our department will strive to build on our accomplishments and exemplify the honor, pride and history which is the foundation of this organization. Skokie Fire Department s Priorities: Provide a premier level of emergency service. Value our employees. Tailor programs for citizens based on need. Seek and find opportunities to better serve citizens. Be responsive to the needs of our citizens. Invest in training opportunities. Department staff is committed to providing leadership and direction to meet and exceed the expectations of the community. Our goal is excellence. We will strive to increase positive engagement with our schools, neighborhood groups, and community events understanding our continued success relies on our strong community partnership. James G. Walters Fire Chief Message from the Chief 2 Training 11 Personnel 3 Special Teams 12 Table of Contents Operations 4 Organization Chart 13 Response Statistics 5 Personnel Modifications 14 Fire Prevention/Code Enforcement 6 Accomplishments/Goals 15 Public Education 7 Photos 15 Emergency Medical Services Year in Review 22 Support Services 9 Apparatus Work Group 24 ISO Class 1 Rating 10 Retirements 25 Honor Guard 10 VOS Government and Awards 26 2

3 Personnel The proficient staff of the Skokie Fire Department are at all times ready to meet the challenge of the varied tasks associated with this profession. With an average of just under 15 years of service associated with an average age of 41.01, our diversity in experience ensures a balance of appropriate performance now and continuity of performance in the future. Years of Service Number of Members Age Number of 1-5 Years Years Years Years Years Years 18 Over 30 Years 3 Average Years Years Years Years Years Years 20 Over 50 Years 26 Average Service Commitments Willingness to Serve Ability to Perform 3

4 Operations Division We are considered an All Risk Fire Department and the Operations Division has overall responsibility for providing the highest level of quality emergency services to Village of Skokie residents and visitors. This is accomplished by coordinating the efforts of multiple aspects of the department to ensure seamless operations in emergency activity. The Operations Division is responsible for training and evaluation of personnel, tools and equipment, apparatus, buildings and grounds, fire prevention and public education. The Operations Division is charged with the responsibility of providing prompt and efficient emergency response to fires, hazardous conditions, rescues, illnesses, or any other conditions where the health, safety, and welfare of the public is in peril. Proficient and appropriate results require interaction with other Village departments, local businesses and cooperation with regional public safety agencies. This type of interface necessitates ongoing pre-incident coordination, which is part of the day-to-day activity of the Operations Division. Response By Type 5 Year Average 2016 Total Incidents 8,431 9,437 Fire/Non-EMS Incidents 3,164 3,516 EMS Incidents 5,267 5,920 Response By Type 5 Year Average 2016 Station 16 2,263 2,599 Station 17 2,284 2,468 Station 18 3,884 4,370 Mission Statement We, the members of the Skokie Fire Department, are dedicated professionals commi ed to safely serving our community by protec ng life, property and the environment through preven on, educa on and emergency services. 4

5 Response Statistics Census Tract Number of Incidents 2016 Percentage % , % , % % % % , % % % % % % 16 Mutual Aid % Fire Loss 5 Year Average 2016 Loss to Fire $1,018,737 $1,272,450 Loss Per Capita $15.73 $19.64 Our goal is to exceed expecta ons and provide ci zens with the best service possible 5

6 Fire Prevention / Code Enforcement The Fire Prevention Bureau (FPB) annually conducts a commercial inspection program. Through inspection, plan review and code enforcement the goals of the program are to maintain a safe living, shopping, and work environment for the residents, employees and patrons of the Village. The program also provides for the collection of current building and property information to support efficient and safe emergency response and timely interaction with building occupants and/or owners during emergency operations. The expertise necessary to support these goals are maintained with membership in the National Fire Protection Association, National Fire Sprinkler Association, Illinois Fire Safety Alliance and Illinois Fire Inspectors Association. Fire Prevention Inspectors participate in continuing education classes and seminars in order to maintain their knowledge of the codes and trends in fire protection and public fire and life safety education. The Fire Prevention Bureau works with various Village Departments to ensure that proper construction practices are enforced in all residential and commercial structures. The Bureau also investigates fire and building code violations along with the Village building, electrical, mechanical, and health inspectors. The Fire Prevention Bureau works in conjunction with the Village Water Department by annually testing and maintaining all fire hydrants and planning for future water main replacements continued the implementation of the new FireHouse computerized records management system. This new system has enhanced fire prevention code enforcement, including facility records management with preplanned information maintenance. This helps to facilitate emergency operations and inspection reporting to support local and state code enforcement. The FPB did anticipate a temporary reduction in the number of inspections for 2016 with the implementation of this new software. Activity 5 Year 2016 Inspections 2,212 1,876 Citations 3 0 Plan Reviews Residential Sprinklers 9 7 Public Education Activities/Events WORKING CARBON MONOXIDE AND SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES! The inspec on and code enforcement process iden fies fire and life safety hazards 6

7 Public Education The Skokie Fire Department provides a full spectrum of Public Education programs tailored to meet the needs of the Village. Public Education and interaction with our citizens provides an opportunity to stress the importance of fire and life safety. These contacts allow personnel an opportunity to explain the many programs offered by the Department and to provide familiarity with our Emergency Operations. The Skokie Fire Department works with community groups, schools, businesses and other Village agencies. By offering quality programs, we will provide increased knowledge of fire prevention and life safety issues in an effort to reduce the loss of life, injury and the destruction of property. Programs 5 Year Average 2016 School Programs Fire Drills Disaster Planning 18 3 Juvenile Intervention 8 1 Senior and Nursing Programs 12 7 Station Tours Engine Requests Block Parties CPR Classes Misc. Public Education Total Number of Contacts 24,134 24,968 Public educa on comes in many forms and is provided in many ways to meet the needs of the community 2016 National Fire Prevention Association Fire Prevention Week campaign: Don t Wait Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years The 2016 Fire Prevention Week campaign is encouraging everyone to replace their smoke alarms every ten years. The National Fire Protection Association s survey data shows that only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how often they need to be replaced. Not knowing when to replace your smoke alarm may put you at an increased risk in the event of a home fire. 7

8 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) In 2016, the Skokie Fire Department responded to 5,994 Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Rescue incidents. During these incidents, 6,634 patients were attended to, with 4,478 of them being transported to area hospitals. Additionally, service was provided 627 times for invalid or occupant assists. All firefighters are licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health as either an EMT-Basic or EMT-Paramedic, providing emergency medical care to the citizens and visitors of the Village of Skokie. The department is part of the St. Francis Hospital Emergency Medical Services System. The system ensures that paramedics are properly trained, and that victims of injury or illness are assessed, treated and transported to local Emergency Room Departments in a timely manner. The focus of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is to provide and promote the continued development of an optimal system of emergency medical and trauma care, which provides the best possible patient outcome and to continually improve public health in our community. EMS Activity 5 Year Average 2016 Ambulance Responses 5,303 5,994 Patients 5,286 6,634 Transport 4,352 4,478 Non Transport 1,393 1,145 Invalid/Occupant Assists Average Responses / Day (Including Invalid/Occupant Assists) Nature of Call 5 Year Average 2016 Cardiac Medical 3,318 3,757 Trauma 1,358 1,452 Service Refusal Our Emergency Medical Services System is a comprehensive network of personnel, equipment and resources with a purpose of delivering aid and emergency medical care to the community 8

9 Support Services The Support Services Division of the Fire Department is charged with oversight for maintenance and repair of all vehicles, facilities, equipment and supplies; activities include: MAJOR APPARATUS Ambulances Pumper Engines The procurement of equipment, materials and supplies to support department operations. Coordination of maintenance and repair at Fire Department facilities. Vehicle fleet maintenance consisting of 16 emergency response specialized apparatus and miscellaneous support vehicles. Research and testing of equipment, concepts and practices to support our efficient and safe operation. Maintenance of records, reports and inventories to support Operations. Systematic preventative maintenance along with continual research and evaluation supports our operational readiness while balancing the challenges of contemporary technology, the special needs of the fire service and the fiscal obligations of our organization. Ambulance Horton Ambulance Horton Ambulance Horton Ambulance 17R Horton Pumper / Squads Rescue Pierce Squad Pierce Squad 17R Luvergne Engine Pierce Engine Pierce Engine Pierce Engine 16R Pierce Aerial Apparatus Tower Pierce Truck Pierce Truck 17R Pierce Station 16 Station 17 Station 18 Headquarters 7424 Niles Center Road Training Facility 8157 Central Park Avenue Equipment Maintenance 9024 Gross Point Road Apparatus and Station Numbers are Based on Regional Mutual Aid Assignment 9

10 Fire Department Receives ISO Class 1 Rating (excerpt from October 2016 NewSkokie article) The Skokie Fire Department has once again achieved the prestigious Class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO), which is the highest achievable rating from ISO. Skokie first received this designation of exemplary public protection in 1995, and has retained the distinction in each subsequent ISO evaluation. The Skokie Fire Department is among the best in the nation, said Mayor George Van Dusen. We are among the 57 fire departments in the country with the premier ISO Class 1 rating, and are one of only 26 agencies in the nation to also hold accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. I am proud of the men and women of the Skokie Fire Department who serve our community day in and day out, ready to go into harm s way at a moment s notice to protect all of us, our homes and businesses. Honor Guard The mission of the Skokie Fire Department and Local 3033 Honor Guard is to serve as representatives of the department, projecting a positive image of the organization and its members by serving as a well trained professional team at formal occasions, civic functions and memorials. At funerals and memorials the Honor Guard provides dignified honors for fallen Fire Department members by supporting and assisting surviving family members during their time of need. Skokie Fire Department Local 3033 Honor Guard Members Lt Thomas Doran* FF William Gendel* FF Joseph Pryst* FF Kendall Wilson* FF Jason Dziedzic* FF Josh Hutchison* Lt Leo Riley* R FF Joseph Winkelman* Capt Kathy Furgala * FF Craig Nordin* R FF Jeffrey Rudolph* Lt Christopher Vrshek * Associated Firefighters of Illinois State Honor Guard Members R Retired Highlights of 2016 Honor Guard Events Interna onal Associa on of Fire Fighters Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Interna onal Associa on of Fire Fighters Honor Guard Induc on Ceremony and Conven on Illinois Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony 25th Anniversary of the Interna onal Associa on of Fire Fighters Honor Guard 10

11 Training Skokie Fire Department successfully achieved planned training objectives for 2016; members significantly enhanced their firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical service capabilities. The Department s training mission is to ensure all personnel are able to safely and effectively perform the critical tasks required of their position and rank. With this goal, the annual training program is designed to meet professional standards, satisfy state and federal mandates, and provide a broad range of education and skill development. Based upon essential job functions, each employee achieves specific training objectives, and obtains required levels of certification through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Learning is supported each month through Stacked Tips, our Skokie Fire Department training bulletin which provides specific training objectives, promoting consistency and performance among each shift and station. The training program addresses basic and advanced firefighting skills, emergency vehicle operations, emergency medical service, fire prevention, specialized disciplines, and officer development. Members are encouraged to expand their capabilities in specific areas of expertise, such as: hazardous materials mitigation, fire investigation, and technical rescue, all of which entail further education and certification. Personnel seeking promotion attend fire officer certification courses to prepare them for supervisory positions. In 2016, Skokie Fire Department continued development of a young work force. Five new firefighters are commencing their careers after graduating from Northeast Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) Fire Academy. The influx of new personnel (33 in 5 years) has presented some expected challenges, but has also inspired our officers and veterans to share their knowledge and prepare these recruits for their role as firefighters. Through their first four years they must pass written and practical exams demonstrating successful achievement of department standards. During this phase of their career they will also become certified paramedics and fire apparatus engineers. As their careers progress, they will develop knowledge, teamwork, continuity and mastery of individual skills. This year, Skokie Fire Department personnel completed numerous firefighter and fire officer courses, achieving 71 certifications from the Illinois OSFM. Employees averaged well beyond the required 260 hours of training for the year on a wide range of subjects. The department worked diligently to recoup over $36,000 of training expenditures with reimbursement to the Village from OSFM, IL-MABAS, and Illinois Terrorism Task Force. Special thanks to our Training Liaisons, Company Officers, Training Work Group, and staff who contributed significantly to the successful administration and implementation of the Department s training program. Training Hours By Activity 5 Year Average 2016 Number of Sworn Members Avg. Annual Hrs. of Training Emergency Medical Services 5,067 6,502 Fire Apparatus Engineer 3,181 4,337 Firefighter II / Basic 11,026 10,633 Firefighter III / Advanced 5,160 5,004 Hazardous Materials 1,215 1,104 Technical Rescue 2,178 1,979 Officer Development 2,507 3,667 Other / Miscellaneous 2,931 4,586 Total 33,410 37,904 11

12 Special Teams Technical Rescue Team (TRT) Special Rescue emergency response - confined space, below grade, trench, and high angle - is provided by the department and through the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (M.A.B.A.S). All 115 department members are trained to the Confined Space/Trench Rescue Awareness level. Twenty-One (21) select individuals of the department are exclusive department team members, trained and certified in various operational levels through the State Fire Marshal s Office. They include Rope Operations, Rope Technician, Confined Space Operations, Trench Operations and Trench Technician. Each program is 40-hours. Additionally, of our twenty-one (21) members, fifteen (15) are voluntary members of the M.A.B.A.S. Special Rescue Response Team. Continuing education and on-going team drills are provided for all members annually. Hazardous Materials Team (Haz Mat) Hazardous Materials emergency response is provided by the department and through the M.A.B.A.S. Mutual Aid Box Alarm System. All 115 sworn department members are trained to the Hazardous Materials Awareness (8-hour) and Operations (48-hour) level. Eight (8) members of the department make up the department s internal Haz-Mat Team and are also members of the M.A.B.A.S. Hazardous Materials Response Team. Each has received additional training and certification to the Technician level A (40-hours) and or level B (40-hours) through the Illinois State Fire Marshal s Office. There are- hazardous materials drills and continuing education provided and required for all members on an annual basis. Fire Inves ga on Team (FI) Fire Investigations is accomplished by twelve (12) specially trained and certified investigators of the department. Incidents requiring resources beyond the department s immediate capabilities are provided through the M.A.B.A.S. Mutual Aid System and/or the State Fire Marshal. All department investigators initially receive the 120 hour (3-week) training program and are certified through the Illinois State Fire Marshal. Two investigators of the department have received additional law enforcement training through the Illinois Police Training Institute as Arson Investigators. Continuing education is provided and required for all investigators on an annual basis. To maintain certification, investigators must obtain 100 points per four (4) year period. 12

13 Organization Chart 115 Sworn Members 42 Firefighters 45 Firefighter/Paramedics 18 Lieutenants 3 Shift Captains 3 Battalion Chief Captains 1 Fire Prevention Bureau Captain 2 Deputy Chiefs 1 Fire Chief 7 Civilian Members 2 Secretarial 1 Clerk / Messenger 1 Administrative Project Coordinator 2 Full-Time & 1 Part-Time Fire Prevention Specialists Chaplain Rabbi Moshe Wolf Pastor Henry H. Bair 13

14 Old Orchard Road The Skokie Fire Department provides services to the Village through its three strategically located fire stations. Golf Road Crawford Avenue Station Niles Center Road (Headquarters) built in 1967 Station Touhy Avenue Skokie Boulevard Dempster Street Oakton Street 17 McCormick Boulevard 8157 Central Park built in 2003 Station Gross Point Road built in 1959 The stations provide needed services, first to their assigned district and then throughout the remaining portions of the community. The role of a fire station has changed significantly over the past 50 years, putting increased demand on facilities, mechanical systems and space. Personnel Modifications 2016 New Hires FF Ramiz Albazi 1/14 FF Joshua Eggebrecht 4/14 FF Kevin Morphey 4/14 FF Salvatore Prato 4/14 FF Patrick Strong 7/14 FF Joseph Biasi 10/13 14

15 Administration Chief James Walters 30 Years of Service Deputy Chief Robert Reichert 26 Years of Service Fire Prevention Bureau Deputy Chief Kenneth Borre 31 Years of Service Nancy Maroney 19 Years of Service J.R. Johnson 4 Years of Service Capt. Kathleen Furgala 21 Years of Service John Quinn 30 Years of Service Linda Brady 18 Years of Service Dale Fochs 4 Years of Service Christine Blakenheim 4 Years of Service Tom Reinhardt 2 Years of Service We Are Our Accomplishments The Skokie Fire Department is a full service agency that is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International and holds an enviable ISO Class 1 rating. The department provides a full spectrum of contemporary services for Village residents: Fire suppression Plan review Life safety education Paramedic services Rescue services Fire investigation Code enforcement Hazardous materials response Disaster management The department strives to deliver the highest level of emergency response with the greatest margin of safety for the firefighters in the most fiscally responsible manner. The 111 shift firefighters, paramedics and officers operate from three stations with 3 engines, 2 trucks, 3 ambulances, 1 rescue, 1 squad and an incident command vehicle. Accomplishments 2016 Tower Ladder 16 Placed in Service Maintained Village Disaster Plan Received and Placed In-Service New Ambulance 18 Maintained Accreditation Documents Maintained Internal & External Special Teams Involvement Conducted a Captains Promotional Process Retained Insurance Services Organization (ISO) Class 1 Rating Began Development of plans for Station 16 improvements and replacement of Station 18 Goals 2017 Receive and Place In-Service Pumper Squad R17 Refurbish Engine 16 Update Standard Operating Guidelines Manual Enhance Officer Training and Mentoring Program Maintain Village Disaster Plan - Enhance Community Messaging Conduct Successful Open House & Citizens Fire Academy Enhance Training Effectiveness with Target Solutions Software Program Finalize plans for future improvements for Station 16 and replacement of Station 18 Focus Training of New Sworn Firefighters Achieve Re-Accreditation Status 15

16 SHIFT 1 FIRE STATION 16 Battalion Chief Steven Ludkowski 35 Years of Service Lt. Allen Stensland 28 Years of Service Lt. Nicholas Eschner 8 Years of Service FF Timothy O Malley 25 Years of Service FF Hernando Zavala 18 Years of Service FF Robert Franz 16 Years of Service FF Michael Jahn 11 Years of Service FF Brian Netolicky 8 Years of Service FF Carl Smits 4 Years of Service FF Jason Dziedzic FF Joshua Hutchison 2 Years of Service FF Salvatore Prato st 1 Year of Service FIRE STATION 17 Capt. Philip Donohue 25 Years of Service Lt. Mark Larson 24 Years of Service FF Timothy Moran 21 Years of Service FF Charles Degeneffe 19 Years of Service FF Christopher Riley 1 FF Timothy Norton 1 FF Timothy Witkus 5 Years of Service FF Michael Peterson 4 Years of Service FF Michael O Malley 16

17 SHIFT 1 FIRE STATION 18 Lt. Roger Penninger 29 Years of Service Lt. Harry McDonough 22 Years of Service Lt. Stanley Goolish 15 Years of Service FF Christopher Kenneally FF William Nicholas 26 Years of Service FF Dennis Selzer 24 Years of Service FF Daniel Kalata 22 Years of Service FF Michael Reiken 15 Years of Service FF Brian Handler 14 Years of Service FF Nate Hammer 5 Years of Service FF Andrew Schavone FF Scott Wallace FF Kyle Connor 2 Years of Service SHIFT 1 PARAMEDIC FF Jason Dziedzic FF Nate Hammer FF Brian Handler FF Joshua Hutchison Lt Nicholas Eschner FF Michael Jahn FF Christopher Kenneally BC Steven Ludkowski Lt Harry McDonough FF Timothy Moran FF Michael O Malley FF Brian Netolicky FF Timothy Norton FF Michael Peterson FF Christopher Riley FF Andrew Schavone FF Dennis Selzer FF Carl Smits Lt Allen Stensland FF Scott Wallace FF Timothy Witkus SPECIAL TEAM MEMBERS FIRE INVESTIGATION Lt Nicholas Eschner FF Carl Smits BC Steven Ludkowski TECHNICAL RESCUE Lt Nicholas Eschner Lt Roger Penninger Capt Phil Donohue FF Dennis Selzer FF Nate Hammer Lt Allen Stensland FIRE APPARATUS ENGINEER FF Charles Degeneffe FF Timothy Norton FF Robert Franz FF Timothy O Malley FF Nate Hammer FF Michael Reiken FF Brian Handler FF Joseph Raclawski FF Michael Jahn FF Dennis Selzer FF Christopher Kenneally FF Carl Smits FF Timothy Moran FF Hernando Zavala FF William Nicholas BREATHING APPARATUS MAINTENANCE FF Charles Degeneffe FF Timothy O Malley HONOR GUARD FF Christopher Kenneally FF Hernando Zavala FF Kendall Wilson 17

18 SHIFT 2 FIRE STATION 16 Battalion Chief Gabriel Millard 14 Years of Service Capt. Chris Bylak 22 Years of Service Lt. Stephen Jagman 17 Years of Service FF Scott Fogarty 26 Years of Service FF Keith Buenzow 17 Years of Service FF Robert Pellegrini 12 Years of Service FF Joseph Winkelman 11 Years of Service FF Joseph Pryst 10 Years of Service FF Christopher Kalinowski FF Michael Schey FF Jeffrey Leslie 2 Years of Service FF Kevin Curtin 2 Years of Service FIRE STATION 17 Lt. William Endre 20 Years of Service Lt. Christopher Vrshek 16 Years of Service FF Daniel Fogarty 26 Years of Service FF William Gendel 20 Years of Service FF Anthony Scianna 17 Years of Service FF Michael Gierut 16 Years of Service FF Kevin Finlay 14 Years of Service FF Kevin Lieder 5 Years of Service FF Robert Lampen FF Ramiz Albazi 1 st Year of Service 18

19 SHIFT 2 FIRE STATION 18 Lt. Ronald Smith 29 Years of Service Lt. Thomas Doran 15 Years of Service Lt Robert Everson 11 Years of Service FF Peter Kravetz 28 Years of Service FF Michael Agosti 22 Years of Service FF Sean Patten 17 Years of Service FF Andrew Cutting 15 Years of Service FF Nicole Davis 14 Years of Service FF Michael Greenwood 9 Years of Service FF Mitchell Dehm 5 Years of Service FF Joseph Johnson FF Jeremy Simonelli FF Brant Kotowski 2 Years of Service SHIFT 2 PARAMEDIC FF Kevin Curtin FF Nicole Davis FF Mitchell Dehm Lt Robert Everson FF Kevin Finlay FF William Gendel FF Michael Greenwood Lt Stephen Jagman FF Joseph Johnson FF Chris Kalinowski FIRE APPARATUS Engineer FF Michael Agosti FF Keith Buenzow FF Andrew Cutting FF Mitchell Dehm FF Daniel Fogarty FF Scott Fogarty FF William Gendel FF Robert Lampen FF Kevin Lieder BC Gabriel Millard FF Sean Patten FF Robert Pellegrini FF Joseph Pryst FF Michael Schey FF Anthony Scianna FF Jeremy Simonelli Lt Christopher Vrshek FF Michael Gierut FF Michael Greenwood FF Robert Pellegrini FF Sean Patten FF Michael Schey FF Joseph Winkelman SPECIAL TEAM MEMBERS HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FF Michael Greenwood LT Christopher Vrshek FF Robert Lampen FIRE INVESTIGATION FF Michael Agosti FF Michael Greenwood TECHNICAL RESCUE FF Michael Agosti Lt Robert Everson Lt Thomas Doran FF Michael Schey FF William Endre BREATHING APPARATUS MAINTENANCE FF Scott Fogarty Lt Christopher Vrshek FF Anthony Scianna HONOR GUARD FF William Gendel FF Joseph Winkelman FF Joseph Pryst 19

20 SHIFT 3 FIRE STATION 16 Battalion Chief Jeffrey Hoeflich 30 Years of Service Lt. Daniel Collins 17 Years of Service Lt. Adam Becker 12 Years of Service FF Jeffrey Rudolph 30 Years of Service FF Joseph Raclawski 20 Years of Service FF Charles Demes 16 Years of Service FF Brian Riordan 11 Years of Service FF Matthew Kainer 8 Years of Service FF Joseph Hildenbrand FF Joshua Eggebrecht 1 st Year of Service FF Patrick Strong 1st Year of Service FIRE STATION 17 Lt. Andrew Matanovic 20 Years of Service Lt James Cortilet 19 Years of Service FF Ronald Ghisellli 38 Years of Service FF John DeGroot 26 Years of Service FF Collin Weldon 26 Years of Service FF Nicholas Eaglin 14 Years of Service FF Brad Zabadal 1 FF Steven Semerau 11 Years of Service FF Timothy Hartogh FF Andrew Schmitt 20

21 SHIFT 3 FIRE STATION 18 Capt. Earl Matrenec 26 Years of Service Lt. Robert Gaseor 24 Years of Service Lt. Adam Pease 9 Years of Service FF Thomas Fuchs 29 Years of Service FF John Kosinski 22 Years of Service FF Brian Diedrich 20 Years of Service FF Ronald Niego 19 Years of Service FF David Norris 16 Years of Service FF John Palsir 14 Years of Service FF Eric Faber 8 Years of Service FF Matthew Kochajkiewicz 5 Years of Service FF Mark Reding, Jr. 5 Years of Service FF Jeremy Fisher FF Gregory Konecki FF Kevin Morphey 1 st Year of Service SHIFT 3 PARAMEDIC Lt Daniel Collins FF Mark Reding FF Eric Faber FF Brian Riordan FF Jeremy Fisher FF Jeffrey Rudolph FF Timothy Hartogh FF Andrew Schmitt FF Joseph Hildenbrand FF Steven Semerau FF Matthew Kainer FF Collin Weldon FF Matthew Kochajkiewicz FF Brad Zabadal FF Gregory Koniecki FIRE APPARATUS ENGINEER FF John DeGroot FF David Norris FF Charles Demes Lt Adam Pease FF Thomas Fuchs FF Brian Riordan FF Ronald Ghiselli FF Jeffrey Rudolph FF Gregory Koniecki FF Steve Semerau FF John Kosinski FF Collin Weldon FF Ronald Neigo FF Brad Zabadal SPECIAL TEAM MEMBERS HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FF Joseph Hildenbrand FIRE INVESTIGATION FF Matthew Kainer FF Jeffrey Rudolph Capt Earl Matrenec FF Brad Zabadal Lt Adam Pease TECHNICAL RESCUE Lt Adam Becker Lt James Cortilet Lt James Cortilet FF Thomas Fuchs Lt Daniel Collins BC Jeffrey Hoeflich BREATHING APPARATUS MAINTENANCE Lt James Cortilet FF Joseph Raclawski BC Jeffrey Hoeflich FF Collin Weldon Lt Adam Pease HONOR GUARD Lt Thomas Doran FF Jeffrey Rudolph FF Thomas Fuchs 21

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24 Apparatus Work Group The team is made up of members from multiple ranks throughout the fire department. The team spends many hours researching new equipment, components and apparatus to stay versed and up to date on industry standards. The team attends trade shows and visits other departments to inspect and learn what other departments have done. The Skokie Fire Department Apparatus team has developed new techniques that have been copied by departments across the nation. The team meets regularly plus they work individually to research new equipment, verify and compare component lists, review diagrams and while collecting data from the members of the department on the new apparatus. In 2016, the team delivered the new tower ladder 16 to the department. Inspections were done at multiple intervals during assembly (pre-paint, post -paint, graphics, etc.). When the apparatus was completed, the team spent several long days inspecting the rig before taking delivery. Once the apparatus was delivered, the team spent two months supervising and assisting in the mounting of hardware and tools in the rig. This time was also used to the train the department on the new apparatus. Wet Down Ceremony To celebrate the new tower ladder, the Fire Department held a "wet down ceremony", reminiscent of the days when ladder wagons and other equipment were taken to fire scene by horses. On their return, the horses would be cooled down by hosing them off before being brought back into the station. Firefighters hosed down the new truck that was to start its duty at Skokie Fire Station 16. They took turns giving the new rig a shot from the watercharged hose from the outgoing truck before drying it off and pushing it into the station. 24

25 2016 Retirements Firefighter Richard Mortlock Richard Mortlock was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on June 6, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 31 years, Firefighter Richard Mortlock retired on April 4, 2016 Firefighter Dave Nellessen Dave Nellessen was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on February 23, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 29 years, Firefighter Nellessen retired on November 11, Firefighter Dave Radtke Dave Radtke was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on October 15, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 25 years, Firefighter Radtke retired on August 21, 2016 Firefighter George Smith George Smith was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on February 2, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 29 years, Firefighter Smith retired on November 9, Firefighter Wayne Dunn Wayne Dunn was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on June 18, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 26 years, Firefighter Dunn retired on October 7, Firefighter William Meier William Meier was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on March 14, After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 28 years, Firefighter Meier retired on November 14, Firefighter Kendall Wilson Kendall Wilson was appointed to the Skokie Fire Department on November 3,1986. After serving the department and citizens of the Village of Skokie for over 30 years, Firefighter Wilson retired on November 5, When a man becomes a fireman, his greatest act of bravery has been accomplished. What he does a er that, is all in the line of work. Chief Edward F. Croker 25

26 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE Council Manager Government Mayor George Van Dusen Clerk Pramod C. Shah Trustees Michele L. Bromberg Karen Gray Keeler Ralph Klein Randall E. Roberts Edie Sue Sutker Ilonka Ulrich Manager John T. Lockerby Counsel Michael M. Lorge Village of Skokie Awards and Dis nc ons Insurance Services Office (ISO) Class One Fire Department Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) American Public Works Association (APWA) Accreditation Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation (ILEAP) Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Government Finance Officers Association Budget Award - Fitch IBCA AAA Financial Bond Rating State of Illinois Certified Health Department - Governor s Hometown Award Tree City U.S.A. Distinction - All America City Finalist - Gold Level Clean Air Counts Community