New Lenox Fire District Promotes Two to Lieutenant, Swears In Two Firefighters
New Lenox Fire Protection District Meeting | October 2025
Article Summary: The New Lenox Fire Protection District celebrated the career advancements of four members during a swearing-in ceremony at its board meeting. Firefighters Daniel Francis and John Ruckman were promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, while Nicolas Reyes and Anthony Porter were formally sworn in after successfully completing their probationary periods.
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Daniel Francis and John Ruckman were officially promoted to Lieutenant.
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Nicolas Reyes and Anthony Porter were sworn in, marking the end of their probationary period.
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The ceremony took place at the beginning of the October 27, 2025, Board of Trustees meeting.
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Several trustees expressed their congratulations and honor in participating.
NEW LENOX, IL – The New Lenox Fire Protection District Board of Trustees began its meeting on Monday, October 27, 2025, by formally recognizing the promotions and service of four department members.
In a ceremony attended by family and colleagues, Daniel Francis and John Ruckman were officially promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Following the promotions, firefighters Nicolas Reyes and Anthony Porter were sworn in, signifying their completion of probation with the district.
Chief Adam Riegel thanked the board for participating in the ceremony.
Several board members shared their appreciation for the firefighters’ service. “Congratulations to the two promotions and 2 off probation,” said Trustee Scanlan.
Trustee Levey added that he was “Honored to participate in the ceremony.”
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