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The Coal Valley Fire Protection District is a career fire department dedicated to protecting the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Coal Valley community and surrounding service areas.

Coal Valley Fire Protection District is proud to welcome Chief Greg Marty to our staff! We are pleased to announce the a...
09/11/2026

Coal Valley Fire Protection District is proud to welcome Chief Greg Marty to our staff!

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Marty as Deputy Chief of Operations, effective September 1, 2026.
Chief Marty comes to CVFPD following his retirement from Rock Island Fire Department after a distinguished 25-year career.

Chief Marty had served in a variety of roles at Rock Island Fire Department including Firefighter, Lieutenant, Captain, Fire Marshal, and most recently Deputy Chief.

Chief Marty brings a wealth of experience and numerous professional qualifications to CVFPD, including EMT-Paramedic, HAZMAT Technician, and Fire Investigator, along with countless other certifications and areas of expertise.

In addition to his service at Rock Island Fire Department, Chief Marty has also been a tremendous leader in the fire service. He has served as President of the Quad City Fire Marshal’s Association, Chairman of the MABAS Division 43 Fire Investigation Team, and currently serves as the Vice President of the Illinois Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators.

Chief Marty holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration and Management. He is also currently obtaining his master’s degree in Forensic Fire Investigation from Oklahoma State University, as well as the Chief Fire Officer certification from the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association.

As Deputy Chief of Operations Chief Marty will oversee day-to-day operations, serve as the Fire Marshal, the training program manager, and assist with various other administrative functions.

The addition of Chief Marty is crucial to Coal Valley Fire Protection District as we continue to progress as a fire district. His experience and leadership will continue to move CVFPD in the right direction.

Please join us in welcoming Deputy Chief of Operations Greg Marty to Coal Valley Fire Protection District!

Today marks 25 years since the deadliest attack on American soil. Today, we remember the 343 firefighters, 72 law enforc...
09/11/2026

Today marks 25 years since the deadliest attack on American soil.

Today, we remember the 343 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers, and 8 paramedic/EMTs who made the ultimate sacrifice, along with the more than 2,600 civilians who lost their lives on that fateful day.

We honor the men and women who answered the call, knowing the risks, and never hesitated to put the lives of others before their own. Their courage, sacrifice, and service will never be forgotten.

“Always remember the heroes who did ordinary things at an extraordinary time so others may live” - Joseph Pfeifer, former First Deputy Fire Commissioner of FDNY

BUILDING UPDATE: Progress continues on our new building! Over the past week, crews have completed the exterior walls and...
09/04/2026

BUILDING UPDATE:
Progress continues on our new building!

Over the past week, crews have completed the exterior walls and have begun pouring concrete as we move closer to the next phase of construction.

We’re also excited to announce that our new gear room is now complete! What was formerly our bunk room has been transformed into a dedicated gear storage area.

This new space will:
1. Get gear off the apparatus floor and create additional space in the apparatus bay.
2. Keep turnout gear away from vehicle exhaust and other potentially hazardous contaminants.
3. Provide a dedicated, adequately ventilated area for storing our gear.

These improvements will help create a safer, cleaner, and more efficient environment for our crews while also making better use of our existing space.

We’re excited to continue making progress on our facilities and look forward to sharing more updates as construction moves forward!

Stay tuned for more updates!

NOW HIRING – JOIN THE COAL VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT! The Coal Valley Fire Protection District is establishing an ...
07/31/2026

NOW HIRING – JOIN THE COAL VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT!

The Coal Valley Fire Protection District is establishing an integrated hiring list, and no prior firefighting experience is required to apply!

We are currently seeking dedicated, motivated individuals to fill two immediate openings for:

Firefighter/EMT,
Firefighter/Paramedic,
or
Firefighter/PHRN

As a member of our team, you will:
✅ Respond to fire, medical, and rescue emergencies
✅ Provide pre-hospital emergency care and patient transport
✅ Maintain fire stations, apparatus, and equipment
✅ Participate in fire prevention and public education programs

Applications are available:
Coal Valley Fire Protection District
103 W. 18th Avenue
Coal Valley, IL 61240

🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

⏰ Application Deadline:
Friday, August 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon)

Applicants must also complete the National Testing Network (NTN) testing process by the application deadline.

This is an exciting opportunity to begin or continue your career with a growing department committed to serving our communities with professionalism and pride.

We look forward to welcoming the next members of our team. Apply today!

Did you hear the news?!The application period for the Coal Valley Fire Protection District is officially OPEN!Applicatio...
07/24/2026

Did you hear the news?!

The application period for the Coal Valley Fire Protection District is officially OPEN!

Applications must be picked up Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM at the Coal Valley Fire Station.

📍 103 W 18th Ave
Coal Valley, IL 61240

Completed applications must be submitted no later than 12:00 PM on Friday, August 7, 2026.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a growing department!

Coal Valley Fire Protection District is Hiring!The Coal Valley Fire Protection District is establishing an integrated el...
07/21/2026

Coal Valley Fire Protection District is Hiring!

The Coal Valley Fire Protection District is establishing an integrated eligibility list to fill two (2) open positions.

Interested applicants must obtain an application in person at:

Coal Valley Fire Protection District
103 West 18th Avenue
Coal Valley, IL 61240

Application Period:

Opens: Friday, July 24, 2026 at 8am
Closes: Friday, August 7, 2026 at 12pm

Applications may be picked up Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Applicant Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age to apply
(Must be 21 years old at appointment date)
High school diploma of GED
Valid drivers license
Must have a valid State of Illinois EMT-Basic, EMT-Paramedic, or Field RN license
Must complete testing through the National Testing Network (NTN)
Possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification or successfully complete the Coal Valley Fire Protection District's in-house physical agility test (date to be announced)

For additional information, please contact the Coal Valley Fire Protection District at (309) 799-5534.

Coal Valley Fire Protection District103 West 18th AvenueCoal Valley, IL 61240Station Phone: (309) 799-5534Date: July 17,...
07/17/2026

Coal Valley Fire Protection District
103 West 18th Avenue
Coal Valley, IL 61240
Station Phone: (309) 799-5534

Date: July 17, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shortly after 11:00 p.m. on July 16th, 2026, the Coal Valley Fire Protection District was dispatched to a report of a residential structure fire in the 100 block of 19th Avenue.

Fire crews arrived on scene within 3 minutes and found a one-story, single-family residence with heavy fire and smoke conditions. Upon investigation, firefighters confirmed an active fire throughout the residence. Crews initiated an aggressive interior fire attack; however, due to the extent of the fire upon arrival, it rapidly spread throughout much of the residence. Crews successfully brought the fire under control within 32 minutes of their arrival.

The home was occupied by one resident and a cat, the resident safely self-evacuated to the porch where she was then assisted by Coal Valley Fire personnel.

Coal Valley Fire Protection District personnel remained on scene for approximately three and half hours conducting overhaul, salvage, and investigation activities. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Coal Valley crews were assisted on scene by the following agencies:
Coyne Center Fire Protection District
Blackhawk Fire Protection District
Colona Fire Protection District
Coal Valley Police Department
Blaze Restoration
MidAmerican Energy

There were no reported injuries or fatalities to any firefighters. The resident was transported to a local hospital for burn-related injuries and smoke inhalation.

For any questions related to this incident please contact Chief David Dunham at (309-799-5534 Ext. 210).

Coal Valley Fire Protection District103 West 18th AvenueCoal Valley, IL 61240Station Phone: (309) 799-5534Date: June 29,...
06/29/2026

Coal Valley Fire Protection District
103 West 18th Avenue
Coal Valley, IL 61240
Station Phone: (309) 799-5534

Date: June 29, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shortly before 6:45p.m. on June 28th, 2026, the Coal Valley Fire Protection District was dispatched to a report of a structure fire in the 1900 block of South Shore Drive.

Fire crews arrived on scene within 8 minutes and found a two-story, single-family residence with smoke coming from a rear door. Upon investigation, firefighters located an active fire in a rear room on the first floor. Crews initiated an aggressive interior fire attack, successfully containing the fire to the room of origin and preventing it from extending to other areas of the home. The fire was brought under control within 12 minutes of crew’s arrival.

The home was occupied by one resident and a dog, both of whom safely self-evacuated prior to the arrival of emergency personnel.

Coal Valley Fire Protection District personnel remained on scene for approx. two and half hours conducting overhaul, salvage, and investigation activities.

Coal Valley crews were assisted on scene by the following agencies:
Coyne Center Fire Protection District
Blackhawk Fire Protection District
Rock Island County Sheriff's Office
1-800 Board Up of the Quad Cities

There were no reported injuries or fatalities to any civilians or firefighters.

For any questions related to this incident please contact Chief David Dunham at (309-799-5534 Ext. 210).

Station Construction Update:We are pleased to share that construction at the station continues to make progress. Over th...
06/05/2026

Station Construction Update:

We are pleased to share that construction at the station continues to make progress. Over the past several weeks, several major milestones have been completed.

The new bunk house has been painted, windows have been tinted for privacy, flooring and ceiling installation are underway, and the station alerting system has been installed. We anticipate being able to move into the bunk house within the next one to two weeks.

Work on the station addition is also advancing steadily, with additional structural steel installed this week.

We are excited to see this project continue to move forward and look forward to fully occupying both the new bunk house and station addition once construction is complete.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and members of the Seaton Fire Department as they mourn the loss ...
06/01/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and members of the Seaton Fire Department as they mourn the loss of Chief Brent Collins.

Rest in Peace Chief

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Coal Valley, IL
61240

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