Tinley Park is considering adding live-in staffing at two of its fire stations, according to a recent report by TribLocal. The village's volunteer fire department, which was established in 1901 with just 13 members, has evolved significantly over the years. Today, it operates with 120 firefighters across four stations, and two of them already have full-time, on-site crews.
Currently, Station 1 and Station 4 are staffed 24/7 with live-in arrangements. Now, the village is planning to upgrade Stations 2 and 3 for similar staffing in 2013 or 2014. The project, estimated at $1 million, will include improvements such as expanded living and kitchen areas, separate sleeping and shower facilities for men and women, and better office space. Trustee Brian Maher, who leads the Public Safety Committee, said the upgrades will follow the model used at Station 4, which supports a team of four firefighters per shift.
Maher described the current conditions at Stations 2 and 3 as "bare-bones," but he emphasized that the goal is to bring them up to minimum standards quickly. “It’s not ideal, but we want to get them ready before they become a bigger issue,†he said.
Meanwhile, another article from TribLocal explores the future of Tinley Park’s old Seagrave ladder truck, Truck No. 276. A Village Board committee has recommended donating the 37-year-old vehicle to a small rural fire department in Marshall, Indiana, located near Turkey Run State Park. The only catch? The volunteer department must cover the insurance costs for the truck, which is essential for responding to multi-story buildings and structures in remote areas.
Assistant Fire Chief Steve Klotz stated that the truck no longer serves a purpose in Tinley Park. However, the Marshall Volunteer Fire Department, which currently has limited equipment, has expressed interest if they can afford the insurance. Committee member Tom Staunton supported the idea, calling it a “great thing†if it helps a struggling community.
Committee Chairman Brian Maher noted that Tinley Park has a history of helping smaller communities in need. He described Marshall as a small town with limited resources and mentioned that the village has previously donated vehicles to other towns in the region. In 2002, for example, they gave away several squad cars to Iron Mountain, Michigan.
The ladder truck, purchased in 1975, was taken out of service after the state insurance office warned that failing to meet current standards could affect Tinley Park’s fire safety rating. It was replaced in May with a new 100-foot ladder truck. The pumper truck, bought in 1994, was sold to Chicago Heights for $50,000 this year.
Village Manager Scott Niehaus suggested that scrapping the ladder truck was an option, but he believes its value is much higher if it can be used by Marshall. If approved, the donation would involve a small fee—$1 to $10—and legal protection for the village.
Fire Chief Ken Dunn is credited with finding the Marshall department, and Maher emphasized the strong sense of camaraderie among firefighters. “They tend to help each other out,†he said. “I hope Marshall can find the money they need to insure the truck.â€
Klotz added that the truck won’t be delivered; instead, the volunteers would need to arrange for transportation, possibly via trailer. The vehicle has a top speed of 45 to 50 mph, making it unsuitable for long-distance travel without assistance.
For more details, you can read the full articles here.
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