DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236

07/14/2025

We had the honor of celebrating the retirement of Chief Mike Thomas last night. Thank you for the 30 years of leadership, guidance and friendship that we all shared with you. Thank you!!

07/12/2025

After a distinguished career of service, leadership, and dedication, we congratulate Chief Thomas on his retirement! As both Fire Chief and Union President Emeritus, he has been a steadfast advocate for our members and a true example of strength, integrity, and commitment for 30 years and 1 day!
Thank you, Chief, for your years of sacrifice and leadership. Your impact on this department and our union will never be forgotten. Enjoy your well-earned retirement — you’ve more than earned it.
In Solidarity,
DeKalb Firefighter Local 1236

07/09/2025

Join us in congratulating Chief Thomas for 30 years of service and wish him well in retirement!
This Friday July 11th at 3PM.
DeKalb Fire Station 1.

07/09/2025

DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236 is proud to announce the arrival of the NEW Truck 1 to DeKalb Illinois Fire Department! Thank you to the members of Local 1236, who saw the creation of this truck from blueprint to its arrival. Thank you Council Members, City Manager and Mayor of the City of DeKalb, Illinois for your support in the purchase of Truck 1!

07/01/2025

06/26/2025

Congratulations to all the winners of the meat raffle!

05/26/2025

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

On behalf of DeKalb Firefighters Local 1236, we thank and remember our fallen heroes. May we never forget their legacy.

04/24/2025

The community is invited to help celebrate the opening of the City of DeKalb’s fourth fire station!

A grand opening will be held Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fire Station Four at 1130 S. Malta Rd., near the Schnucks shopping center. Remarks will be made at 10:30 a.m. Tours of the facility will be available after the ceremony.

The DeKalb City Council approved construction of the fourth fire station in July 2023 to improve emergency response times in the City’s southwest quadrant. A groundbreaking was held in May 2024, and the station went into operation on April 11.

04/23/2025

Come help support our friends at Elburn Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF #4749

🔥🏃‍♂️ Join Us for the Run for Tomorrow 5K! 🏃‍♀️🔥

The Elburn & Countryside Fire Protection District and Elburn Local #4749 invite you to lace up your running shoes for a great cause!

📅 Date: Sunday, September 14th
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Blackberry Creek Elementary, Elburn, IL

This event isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about supporting Illinois Firefighter Peer Support in honor of Su***de Awareness Month. Every step you take helps raise awareness and funds for mental health resources for our first responders.

💙 Please scan the above QR code or visit the link below for details and registration. Lets run for those who always run for us!

🚒 Stay for fun post-race activities, such as music, taking a look around the fire engine, a tour through our safety houses, and lots more!

📢 Tag your running buddies and share to spread the word!

https://raceroster.com/events/2025/101542/run-for-tomorrow-5k

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04/17/2025

Tonight, DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236 voted unanimously to approve Noah Millard to President Emeritus. Thank you Noah for all the years of leadership that you have brought to the membership. We appreciate the dedication and time that you gave throughout the years. The relationships that you built with local leaders and organizations within the community will benefit Local 1236 for years!

04/12/2025

A historic day for our members and the DeKalb Fire Department! Station 4 is now operational!!! The new station along with our increase in staffing will help to improve response times and provide the best possible services to the residents and visitors of DeKalb.

Thank you to everyone that helped make this possible, and to everyone who supported us in our effort to provide the best possible services to our residents.