The *Daily Herald* recently published an article detailing the reopening of a long-closed fire station in Streamwood, which had been shut down for nearly four years. The Park Boulevard station, once a key part of the community's emergency response, has now officially resumed operations thanks to a federal grant that allowed the department to hire additional firefighters.
Officials say the decision to reopen the station was made quietly, but it comes as a relief to many residents who were concerned about longer response times, especially after recent industrial developments along Lake Street. Fire Chief Chris Clark explained that the new staffing model—three firefighter-paramedics per 24-hour shift—will help improve response efficiency, particularly in areas that have seen increased activity due to new businesses like a 24-hour food processing plant.
In 2012, Streamwood received a $627,000 federal grant through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program, making it one of only two departments in the state to receive such funding. This allowed the department to increase its full-time firefighting staff from 47 to 50, ensuring that all stations could operate with three-person crews. However, before the grant, the department had downsized during the economic downturn, reducing staff through attrition and eliminating the position of a full-time fire inspector.
The closure of the Park Boulevard station in April 2010 sparked public concern, with some residents fearing slower emergency responses. Despite the backlash, officials maintained that the move improved operational efficiency. Now, with the station back in service, the community is seeing a return of local emergency support.
One resident, Matt Dobson, who led the pushback against the original closure, expressed frustration over the lack of communication. He only found out the station had reopened when he noticed the American flag flying outside. Until recently, the building was still used for training and equipment storage.
According to the chief, the three firefighter-paramedics hired through the grant must remain on duty for at least two years. With the local economy recovering, the department expects to keep them in their roles beyond that period. “We are very confident that we will be able to maintain those positions through our current revenue streams,†he said.
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