Fire District Prepares for Bond Issuance to Fund Station 2 Upgrades
New Lenox Fire Protection District Meeting | Nov. 17, 2025
Article Summary: Fire Chief Adam Riegel updated the Board of Trustees on preparations for a bond issuance aimed at funding improvements for Station 2. The district is also transitioning to new representatives for billing and testing services.
Operational and Personnel Key Points:
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Station 2 Funding: Chief Riegel has held discussions regarding the bond issuance amount necessary for Station 2 improvements.
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Personnel Testing: The Fire Commissioner’s Report noted that 30 people have applied to take the upcoming firefighter test, scheduled for December.
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Administrative Transitions: The district is working with new representatives at EMS/MC for billing and has approved IO Solutions to administer the firefighter test.
The New Lenox Fire Protection District Board of Trustees on Monday, November 17, 2025, received updates on capital funding strategies and personnel recruitment efforts.
Fire Chief Adam Riegel reported that he has been engaged in discussions with James regarding the bond issuance amount required for Station 2. This financial move is part of the district’s broader effort to maintain and upgrade its facilities.
In personnel matters, the Fire Commissioner’s Report highlighted the upcoming firefighter testing process. Brian Fischer stated that the commissioners met on October 3 to approve IO Solutions as the test administrator. Thirty candidates have applied to take the test, which is scheduled for December, with commissioners set to meet the candidates on the first of the year.
Chief Riegel also noted administrative changes, reporting that the district has been working on the budget with Brad and James and has been assigned a new representative at EMS/MC for medical billing services.
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