Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) presented the Roberts Park Fire Protection District with a $234,733 grant which was awarded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency for new protective breathing apparatuses.

“Federal funding is needed to meet the increased demands being placed on our nation's first responders,” said Rep. Lipinski. “This grant will allow the Roberts Park Fire Protection District ... (Full Story & Photos)

By Order of the Board of Fire Commissioners, the Final Eligibility List for Firefighter/Paramedic, effective August 14, 2019, will be in effect for a period of two (2) years.

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The Roberts Park Fire Protection District is proud to announce the acceptance of a new tower ladder. The Crimson brand ladder is capable of reaching 93 feet into the air. This truck, manufactured in 2014, was formerly owned by the Alexandria, Virginia Fire Department. After some minor refurbishment it has a new home, right here in Justice. In our continued effort to exercise fiscal responsibility, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Kidde, a leading manufacturer of fire extinguishers, has announced a massive recall of their most popular models. Detailed information can be found on the following link to the Consumer Product Safety Commission website: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/kidde-recalls-fire-extinguishers-with-plastic-handles-due-to-failure-to-discharge-and#

This recall affects some 37.8 million extinguishers that ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is my pleasure to announce that the Roberts Park Fire Protection District has applied for, and been awarded, a federal grant to hire additional career firefighter/paramedics. Today, FEMA announced the award in the amount of $569,634 which will defray the costs of three new firefighter/paramedics over a three year period. After the grant period, we will assume the cost of continued employment so ... (Full Story)