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ADVANCED TRUSTEE TRAINING PART 1, 2 & 3
Administration Training and Trustee Qualification Send in your applications now. The days are filling up fast!
March 21 and April 18 are already closed.
Download the form here
The IAFPD has developed a 3-Part Trustee Qualification Program as part of the implementation of PA 95-0799 (effective
1/01/09).
The Office of the State Fire Marshal has approved the IAFPD Program under PA-95-0799, which allows additional compensation for paid trustees who
complete the program.
The program curriculum covers organization and administration, finances, procurement and legal liability, personnel and human
resources. Trustees who complete all three parts of the program will qualify (subject to local appropriation) to receive an increased payment of up to 50% of
their regular trustee’s compensation.
Representation
NIAFPD Is Represented in Springfield By:
Chuck Vaughn
2060 Richton Dr.
Wheaton, IL 60187, (630) 588-9070
What Are The Powers And Duties Of The Board Of Trustees?
The board of trustees of a fire protection district constitutes the "corporate authority" of the district and exercises "all of the powers" and controls "all
the affairs and property of such district". Some of their specific responsibilities include:
Engage in the acquisition, maintenance, and operation of fire stations, facilities, vehicles and equipment for the prevention and control of fire and the recovery of drowning victims;
Provide "...adequate protection from fire for lives and property" and regulate the prevention and control of fire;
Appoint and prescribe the duties and compensation of the officers and other full time employees of the district;