Protecting life and property in Countryside, Hodgkins, Indian Head Park, Burr Ridge, Willowbrook, and unincorporated areas of Cook County.
Prepare. Prevent. Protect.
The mission of the Pleasantview Fire Protection District is to protect and enhance the quality of life for our residents, employees, and all who visit, through aggressive and comprehensive programs directed towards fire prevention, public education, and code enforcement while providing the highest quality emergency scene management for medical, fire, hazardous material, and disaster emergencies.
Pleasantview Fire Protection District has earned a Class 2 rating by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) – the second-highest possible rating for fire protection services. This Public Protection Classification (PPC) program places Pleasantview in the top 4% of all fire departments throughout the U.S.
Pleasantview Fire Protection District has a Class 2 rating from the Insurance Services Office
A Message from Chief Donatucci
Welcome to the Pleasantview Fire Protection District website. I’m glad you found us, whether you’re moving into a new home or starting a business in our community. On behalf of our Board of Trustees, our firefighters, and every staff member, I’d like to introduce you to Pleasantview and share a little about what we do. Pleasantview is an independent fire protection district that serves several communities, including Countryside, Hodgkins, Indian Head Park, LaGrange Highlands, parts of Burr Ridge and Willowbrook, and some unincorporated areas. We operate out of three fire stations, each staffed 24/7, every day of the year.
This year marks Pleasantview’s 80th year serving our community. We were among the first districts in the area to offer paramedic services, and we’ve kept pushing to improve ever since. Today, every main response vehicle — not only our ambulances, but all fire engines and trucks — is fully equipped
with advanced life support gear and staffed by trained paramedics. Our firefighters do much more than fight fires; they’re trained to handle almost any emergency, from hazardous materials to specialized rescues, and each response vehicle is packed with a wide range of tools so we’re ready for whatever may come our way.
Still, we believe the best emergency is the one that never happens, so we put a big emphasis on prevention and community education. We regularly offer CPR and First Aid classes. You’re always welcome to stop by any of our stations for a free blood pressure check — no appointment necessary. We also have certified car seat installers; just call to set up a time. There are plenty of other programs designed to keep you and your family safe, so if you ever have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. If you’re unsure whether your property is within the Pleasantview Fire Protection District, just give us a call. We’re here to help.
Delivering Lasting Impact to the People of Pleasantview
Station Tours
We love to show off our stations and equipment! We have three fire stations located throughout the district. Station tours are available to community groups. Jon Nepil is the Public Education Director. If you complete the Tour Request Form by tapping the button below, Jon will make sure your group gets all set up for a station tour.
Stations and Apparatus
Station #151, The Jack Roche Administration Building is our headquarters station. It houses our main-line response units and support vehicles which consist of an ambulance, a truck, the shift, battalion chief, the hazmat squad, the tanker, and the brush unit.
Our Chief, Deputy Chief, Administrative Staff, Training, and Fire Prevention are located here. The Joe Samec Training Room on the second floor is not only where much of our training occurs, but it is also our meeting room for the District Board of Trustees meetings.
Originally built in 1955, Station #152 houses a 2020 Pierce Engine, a Hackney air/rehab squad and a Chevy Tahoe support vehicle.
Built in 2007, Station #153 houses a 2018 107′ Pierce Quint, a 2005 E-One engine, a Trench Rescue Vehicle, 2017 Ford/Horton Ambulance, a reserve ambulance, a support vehicle and a public education safety house.
