Fire Chief Paul Polep to Retire in Late May

Fire Chief Paul Polep to retire in late May

Evanston Fire Chief Paul Polep will retire this month, according to a Monday news release from the city. His last day as fire chief will be May 21.  Polep has been with the Evanston Fire Department for nearly 30 years. In 1996, he began his service as a firefighter/paramedic. After a series of promotions, he... The post Fire Chief Paul Polep to retire in late May appeared first on The Daily Northwestern.

Fire Chief Paul Polep to retire May 21

Fire Chief Paul Polep speaks at a ceremony in July 2024. Credit: Heidi Randhava Evanston Fire Chief Paul Polep will retire May 21 after nearly 30-years with the department, the city announced Monday. Polep joined the Evanston Fire Department in September 1996 as a firefighter/paramedic and rose through the ranks, becoming chief in April 2021 following the retirement of Chief Brian Scott. “I extend my deepest appreciation to my fellow members and…

Evanston fire chief to retire

Joined Evanston Fire Department in 1996. Became chief in 2021.