07/27/2026
Behind every volunteer firefighter is a team of people who may never wear the uniform, but they serve our community just the same.
To the spouses who put family time on hold when the pager sounds… thank you.
To the children who understand when Mom or Dad has to leave the dinner table or miss a special moment… thank you.
To the parents, family members, friends, and employers who encourage and support our volunteers… thank you.
To our Mayor, City Council, and city administration for believing in our department and providing the support we need to serve… thank you.
And to our community, thank you for your trust, your encouragement, your donations, your prayers, and your understanding when the alarm sounds.
A perfect example was yesterday’s house fire. While our volunteers were battling the fire in the extreme summer heat, their spouses and children quietly stepped in to support them—bringing extra water and ice to the scene, helping with firefighter rehab, and making sure our crews stayed hydrated and safe. As we returned to the station after several hours on scene, family members traveled to McDonald’s in Geneva to bring food to our exhausted firefighters. These acts may seem small to some, but to those on the fireground, they mean everything.
This is just one example of the incredible support we receive during extended incidents. Volunteer fire departments are built on more than the men and women who answer the call. They are built on the countless unseen people who stand behind them every day, making our service possible.
To every spouse, child, family member, city official, employer, supporter, and community member—you may not ride the fire truck, but you are an essential part of this department.
We appreciate all of you. We simply could not do what we do without you. Thank you for standing with us.