Christopher Evoy News Today

Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) board unanimously votes to name Dr. Beth Damas Kaspar Fire Commissioner to fill vacancy as Fire District Trustee following the resignation of longtime Orland Fire Protection District Trustee James Hickey. Board President John Brudnak showcases the districts many achievements that have increased successful emergency response and reduced costs to taxpayers, including highest Cardiac Arrest Save Rate of 71 percent and highest ISO 1 Rating

"Any elected officials who voted in the affirmative on this legislation have absolutely disqualified themselves from holding public office," said Orland Fire Protection District President Christopher Evoy.

Officials of the Orland Fire Protection District board of trustees this week denounced the adoption of the Illinois "Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today Act," also known as the SAFE-T Act, saying it reduces punishments and accountability for criminals and while undermining the authority of police.OFPD President Christopher Evoy said the board of trustees will vote on a Resolution during its Sept. 27 board meeting urging the Illinois General Assembly to immediately re...