New Fire Chief Announcement

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New Fire Chief Announcement

By Member Bill Schultz

January 13, 2025

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is pleased to announce its newest Fire Chief, Jeffery Keefe. Fire Chief Keefe takes over from Patrick Tanner, who retired on 1/9/25. Fire Chief Keefe has been a member of the Fire District for the past 24 years (22 years full-time), where he has served, through promotions, in all of the District's ranks. In addition to his extensive fire suppression and emergency medical experience, he was also an active member of various specialty teams and committees.

Fire Chief Keefe has made a lifelong commitment to education and professional development, having attained a Master's Degree in Business Management from the University of Illinois—Springfield, Chief Fire Officer certification from the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal, Fire Service CEO from Texas A&M University, licensed Paramedic, and numerous other certifications.

The Fire District is excited to have Fire Chief Keefe leading our members in carrying out our mission of "Our Family Protecting Yours."

Fire Chief Keefe being sworn in by Board President Mashal.

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