New fire chief in Aurora

Excerpts from ChicagoTribune.com:

Aurora Mayor Tom Weisner officially recommended Gary Krienitz, a 19-year veteran of the Aurora Fire Department, as the next fire chief on Thursday. The announcement came after a thorough selection process, with Krienitz being chosen from a group of six highly qualified internal candidates—highlighting the strong leadership culture that former Chief John Lehman has fostered over his tenure.

Krienitz, 43, is set to take office on February 20, the day after Lehman’s retirement. The official appointment will still require approval from the Aurora City Council, with a special meeting of the committee of the whole scheduled for 5 p.m. on January 26.

The mayor made the announcement in the main bay of the Central Fire Station downtown, where several fire department leaders, members of the Aurora Police Department, aldermen, and members of the public were in attendance. It was a moment filled with pride and anticipation for the future of the department.

Reflecting on his journey, Krienitz shared a personal story: “When I was in high school at Waubonsie Valley, a friend gave me an opportunity to ride with Medic 4 at Fire Station 4. Little did I know that brief ride-along would have such an impact on who I would become. Now to be considered for the position as the next chief of the Aurora Fire Department is such a great honor.”

Krienitz has been recognized for his outstanding service, including being named firefighter of the year in Aurora in 2014. Alongside Pvt. Jason Larson and Pvt. Dan Murphy, he received the department’s highest award for their heroic actions during a dangerous motel fire, which ultimately saved two lives.

A dedicated professional, Krienitz is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the International Association of Arson Investigators. He holds more than 15 certifications, including roles such as certified evidence technician, rescue specialist, arson investigator, emergency medical technician, juvenile fire setter counselor, and personal trainer. He has also completed over 50 training courses through various prestigious institutions, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Illinois Fire Service Institute, the Illinois State Police Academy for Arson, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms.

Krienitz earned his fire science degree from the College of DuPage and served as a team leader with the DuPage County Fire Investigation Task Force. He expressed deep gratitude to Chief Lehman for his mentorship throughout his career and praised the firefighters of Aurora, calling them “smart and excellent” for always supporting him along the way.

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