Welcome to the Cicero Firefighters Web Site
Welcome to the Cicero Firefighters, International Association of Firefighters, Local 717 web site. Our Local is comprised of 64 members. We are affiliated with the International Association of Firefighters and the Associated Firefighters of Illinois. Our Local has endured many challenges over the years, but with the strong backing of our Union Membership and our Brothers and Sisters in the International Association Of Firefighters and the Associated Firefighters of Illinois we have prevailed in all of our battles. We appreciate you visiting our site and we hope you will return often to check out our updates.
Anniversaries
March 9, 2026-Cicero Fire Local 717 would like to congratulate Lieutenant Chris Foltz on 24 years of dedicated service. Lieutenant Chris Foltz also serves as our training officer in charge of the training division. He is also our treasurer for the local 717 executive board and does a great job for us. Thank you for your commitment to the job and the community. Congratulations on this incredible milestone
February 28, 2026-Congratulations to four of our members on reaching 7 complete years of service with the Cicero Fire Department. Seven years of dedication, hard work, and commitment to this job and this community is something to be proud of. Thank you for what you’ve given to this department over the past seven years. We look forward to many more. Congratulations
Allstate Arena Hockey Tournament 2026
February 27, 2026- Last weekend the Cicero Fire Department hockey team had the privilege of facing off against the 99ers Hockey Team of the Aurora Firefighters Local 99 at the Allstate Arena! The 99ers took home the win this time around but we look forward to a rematch in the near future! Thank you the invite!
Congratulations on 24 Years of Service!
The members of The Cicero Fire Department Local 717 proudly congratulate Deputy Chief T.J Santoro on 24 complete years of dedicated service to the Cicero Fire Department.
Congratulations on 24 years of service and on your continued leadership. We look forward to the future under your guidance.
Happy Anniversary!
February 25, 2026-Please join Local 717 in congratulating five of our members on reaching 12 years of service with the Cicero Fire Department. Twelve years on the job is something to be proud of. Thank you for your continued dedication to the department and the community.
Congratulations on the milestone.
Congratulations to Firefighter Dave Grady, Engineer Paul Barry, Engineer Kenny Tokarz, Lieutenant Tim Medina and Lieutenant Matt Saternus
We would also like to give JLT Photography a huge shoutout and a thank you for doing such a professional job on the whole department’s photos.
Thank You Sam's Club
The Cicero Firefighters Union Local 717 Would like to thank Sam's Club for their continued generosity and support of the Cicero community. Their partnership including a significant contribution to our recent Christmas Drive makes a real difference for local families. We were honored to present their team with a custom fire helmet featuring a handmade leather shield crafted by stefano a. fiore as a token of our appreciation. We are grateful to have such strong community partners
Congratulations on 15 Years!
February 10, 2026-Congratulations to two of our Lieutenants on 15 years of dedicated service with Cicero Fire Department Local 717.
Since February 8, 2011, Your leadership and commitment to our community and your fellow firefighters have remained strong every step of the way. We are proud to serve alongside you.
Thank you for 15 years of service and congratulations on this milestone.
33rd Annual AFFI Honor Guard Convention
January 30, 2026-Tonight, the 717 proudly inducted two new members into the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois Honor Guard - Lieutenant Josh Novinger and Firefighter/Paramedic Charlie Gorgan. Josh and Charlie spent the weekend completing new inductee training, learning the traditions, responsibilities, and dedication required of Honor Guard members. We are extremely proud of the commitment they have made to honor our fallen brothers and sisters with the dignity and respect they deserve.
The 717 would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our Drill Captain, Engineer Matt LoPresti for his continued hard work, leadership, and dedication in training and guiding our Honor Guard members throughout the year.
Ice Hockey Tournament 2026
January 11, 2026- The tournament is underway! The 717 would like to send a huge thank you to Town President Larry Dominick and The Town of Cicero for donating the ice today and supporting the Cicero Firefighters Charitable Foundation!
Cicero Firefighters Foundation Shirts
If your interested in some tshirts or hoodies we have L, XL, and XXL left! All proceeds benefit the Cicero Firefighters Charitable Foundation! Drop by Bobby Hull Ice Rink or we can hold orders at the Morton Park fire house!
Happy Anniversary!
January 10, 2026- Today Local 717 is congratulating six of our members who were all hired on January 10, 2022, As they celebrate 4 complete years of service with our department. Congrats on 4 years to Adam Lavery, Jesse Valenti, Frank Loeza, Ceasar Palafox, Connor Sheehan and Anthony Renteria ! Thank you for your service and everything you continue to bring to the department. Here’s to many more years ahead!
Fires
January 3, 2026-Yesterday, 2nd Platoon (Black Shift) responded to two separate structure fires during their shift. The first occurred at approximately 6:45 PM in the 1500 block of Austin Blvd, followed by a second incident around 6:20 AM in the 1300 block of Austin Blvd. At both locations, crews quickly advanced hose lines and were able to bring the fires under control. Crews also were confronted with the challenge of several frozen fire hydrants. Thanks to the swift actions of our members these situations were stabilized. We are proud to serve and protect our residents around the clock.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from the 717! Another busy year in the books, and we’re incredibly grateful for the continued support of our community and The Town of Cicero. We’re proud to serve and look forward to continuing our mission throughout 2026.
The above design was created and hand drawn by Lt. Stephen A. Fiore
