The *Daily Herald* recently reported that Hanover Park officials are exploring the possibility of consolidating fire district boundaries with the neighboring Bloomingdale Fire Protection District. The proposed move would bring a largely industrial area—along with its associated tax revenue—under Hanover Park’s fire jurisdiction. Both communities are currently in early discussions to determine potential boundaries and assess the financial impact on each side.
Hanover Park Fire Chief Craig Haigh emphasized that the goal is not simply to take money from another taxing body, but to ensure a fair and sustainable transition. “You just can’t come in and take a bunch of tax dollars from another taxing body because they’ve made decisions based on that revenue,†he said. While the exact amount of revenue involved remains unclear, officials are considering a phased approach to avoid a sudden financial hit to Bloomingdale.
Haigh also noted that the arrangement would not affect staffing or equipment for either department. Meanwhile, Bloomingdale Fire Chief Jeff Janus stressed that the primary concern is maintaining public safety. “Our main focus is ensuring that residents are protected, no matter what the outcome of these discussions is,†he added.
The negotiations are voluntary, and Hanover Park has no plans to pursue legal action. In 2000, the village established its own fire department after taking over operations from the defunct Hanover Park Fire Protection District. Since then, it has worked to disconnect land within its boundaries from other fire districts, aiming for greater efficiency.
The areas under consideration include two key intersections: Gary Avenue and Lake Street, and County Farm and Schick roads. These lands have long been part of Hanover Park, but they are currently covered by both Hanover Park and Bloomingdale fire services. This has led to overlapping responsibilities, including the use of different radio frequencies and dual inspection processes.
Haigh explained that the current system involves both departments inspecting businesses in the area for compliance with fire and life safety standards. By consolidating, the process could be streamlined, reducing redundancy and improving coordination. In fact, since 2011, Hanover Park has taken over building inspections, which were previously handled by the community development department. Now, inspectors evaluate businesses for code compliance and review construction permits.
Despite a record number of emergency calls—expected to reach nearly 4,000 this year—fire losses have dropped significantly, according to Haigh, who credits the reorganization for the improvement. Officials hope to finalize the agreement by the fall, before property tax levies are set for the upcoming year.
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