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Fox River & Countryside Fire Rescue District hires fire chief
The Daily Herald has published several recent articles highlighting the formation and development of the new Fox River & Countryside Fire/Rescue District. One piece details the appointment of Greg Benson as the district’s first fire chief, a role he’s already been involved in through his position as a technical adviser. Benson was hired last month to assist with equipment selection and the bidding process for emergency services, which ultimately led to the hiring of American Emergency Services (AES) as the district’s service provider.
Benson will not be directly employed by the district but will instead work under AES, marking a significant shift in how the newly formed fire department is structured. The article emphasizes that while the district is still in its early stages, it’s taking important steps toward self-sufficiency by planning to build two stations, hire a chief, and purchase necessary equipment.
The complete article can be found HERE.
The Daily Herald also ran an editorial titled *“Fire district heads down risky path,â€* questioning the decision of the Fox River & Countryside Fire/Rescue District to go independent from St. Charles. The editorial argues that the board treated the decision too much like a business move, rather than a public safety initiative, and warns that the long-term consequences could be severe. Until now, the district had no real infrastructure — just a board and a tax levy used to pay for fire and ambulance services from outside providers.
Another recent article features Kane County Board Chairman Karen McConnaughay, who called for the fire district board to be elected rather than appointed. She suggested that St. Charles Mayor Don DeWitte should take responsibility for losing the contract, noting that she appoints four of the five trustees. However, she also pointed out that DeWitte was responsible for the appointment of the district’s president, Jim Gaffney.
The Kane County Chronicle covered the appointment of Benson as well, highlighting his experience in multiple fire departments, including St. Charles, Aurora, Batavia, and Elgin. According to a news release, Benson was chosen from over 50 applicants after a rigorous selection process involving the district’s trustees and the Citizen Advisory Committee.
Benson’s role as chief marks a turning point for the district, which is now moving forward with a more independent approach to emergency services. As the district continues to develop, the decisions made now will shape its future and impact the communities it serves.
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