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Jackson named fire chief

January 28th, 2010 · 6 Comments · Fire and police, Public Safety, Village Hall

Jim Jackson was named chief of the Downers Grove Fire Department today, after serving as acting chief following the August 2009 retirement of Chief Phil Ruscetti.
Jackson was one of five finalists chosen to interview for the position following a competitive search. “Jim Jackson’s outstanding leadership qualities, organizational knowledge and demonstrated commitment to efficiency and innovation [...]

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