St. Charles Council Honors Retiring Fire Chief

Chief Patrick Mullen took the helm in St. Charles five years ago. The council also set Nov. 23 as Red Kettle Day.

The St. Charles City Council on Monday paid homage to Fire Chief Patrick Mullen for five years of service to the city, a service that will end with his retirement later this month. “Many of you may know Chief Mullen is retiring at the end of this month, following what seems like a very brief five years here in St. Charles,” Mayor Donald DeWitte said as he prepared to read the resolution honoring Mullen’s service to the city. “But your accomplishments have been significant. … It’s my privilege to present to you this following proclamation.” Mullen began his career in St. Charles on Oct. 1, 2007, after serving the Naperville Fire Department for 19 years, attaining the rank of assistant chief before he left, according to the resolution, which…

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