New ND Fire Chief named

submitted by Councillor John Lennox

On behalf of the Township of North Dundas and Council, I am pleased to announce that Kreg Raistrick has accepted the position of Fire Chief. Chief Raistrick has served with North Dundas Fire Services since 2005, where he has actively participated and led numerous engagements which help strengthen our community and while promoting fire prevention strategies. As a resident of North Dundas for his entire life, and a local business owner, Chief Raistrick is well versed in our shared successes as a Fire Service as well as a township. As the first Fire Chief of North Dundas, Chief Raistrick will undoubtedly be presented with his fair share of the unique challenges such as hiring and retention, training, and policy development.

With over a hundred years of combined firefighting experience between the four Station Chiefs and four Deputy Chiefs, the Township of North Dundas and Council are forever grateful of their continued service, bravery, and professionalism. While we understand that change brings with it uncertainties, we trust in their continued leadership to see that their stations, as well as Chief Raistrick, are successful. We are one department.

All members of the North Dundas Fire Services are invited to join us on Thursday, May 18th, at 3:00 PM at the Township Office (Council Chambers) for Chief Raistrick's Command Ceremony.

Finally, I would like to extend my praise once again to the Steering Committee for their hard work over the years in guiding the North Dundas Fire Services, the Township of North Dundas staff for their efficiency throughout this process and to the volunteer firefighters of North Dundas who continue to serve their community.