Barrington Countryside FPD … begins service

The Barrington-Courier Review recently published an article highlighting the successful launch of the newly independent Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District. Despite a long and emotionally charged period leading up to the separation from the village of Barrington, both the district and the local fire department reported that the first week of independent operations ran smoothly. Scott Motisi, a battalion chief with the new district, emphasized the strong sense of teamwork. “It’s been very cohesive,” he said. “We created a program that brought together both new members and those who transitioned from the village. It’s a group mentality—everyone has supported each other in training and sharing their specialties.” Jeff Swanson, the district’s chief and administrator, noted that the Countryside area saw about 50 calls for service during the first seven days across its 46-square-mile territory. Meanwhile, the Barrington Fire Department, which serves a smaller 5-square-mile area, responded to 29 calls. Fire Chief James Arie described the transition as seamless. “It’s going great,” he said. “The guys have adjusted well, and there have been no issues or hiccups.” Even with the extreme weather that began on January 4 with heavy snow and continued through January 6 with freezing temperatures, the first week wasn’t overly challenging for either side. However, the most demanding day for the Countryside Protection District came on January 8, when firefighters handled 15 calls, including several related to burst pipes caused by thawing. Motisi, who previously served as a lieutenant with the Barrington Fire Department, stated that all incidents were managed without the need for mutual aid. As one of three new battalion chiefs hired by the district, he added that his team is still adapting to the major changes in local fire services. The district has also received new equipment, including hydraulic-powered ambulance cots for patient transport and a 3,000-gallon tanker. According to Motisi, October and November were focused on orientation, and now the emphasis has shifted to comprehensive training. Firefighters have trained on breathing apparatus, reviewed response protocols, practiced search and rescue scenarios, and familiarized themselves with hospital layouts. Looking ahead, the district is preparing for more changes, including the arrival of new ambulances and the hiring of six additional firefighter/paramedics. Meanwhile, Arie noted that the village department’s transition has gone smoothly, as most of its 16 firefighters are already familiar with the area. Serving a smaller footprint, the Barrington department operates with three shifts at the public safety building, each led by a shift commander. Like the district, Arie said his firefighters are enthusiastic and ready to serve the community effectively.

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