Crime & Safety
Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District Prepares for Split With Village
The district is looking to hire 33 employees and purchase more equipment, the Daily Herald reports.
The Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District has started the process of finding its own staff and equipment, the Daily Herald reports.
The fire district is separating from the village of Barrington’s fire department at the end of 2013 due to disagreements in how much equipment and personnel is needed to operate the district effectively. Currently, the village provides manpower and gear for the district, which provides fire protection to areas surrounding Barrington.
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Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District President Tom Rowan told the Daily Herald the district is looking for 33 employees and enough equipment to operate Fire Station 2 and 3, located in Barrington Hills.
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