February 25, 2026
2026-02-25T12:00:00
2300 Patriot Blvd
Glenview, IL 60026
Executive Committee Regular Meeting
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
These are the 2026 Executive Committee Regular Meeting Dates.
The NIPSTA Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing the Academy’s day-to-day operations, which are under the control of an appointed Executive Director. The Executive Committee ensures the implementation of all policies established by the Board of Directors.
Current members of the NIPSTA Executive Committee:
President
| Fire Chief Joe Schrage | City of Highland Park |
| Secretary/Treasurer | Fire Chief Robert Greiner | North Maine Fire Protection District |
Past President
| Fire Chief Drew Smith | Prospect Heights Fire Protection District
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| Chairman, Public Works Training Committee | Kelly Hamill, Director of Public Works | Village of Northbrook
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| Chairman, Fire/EMS Training Committee | Fire Division Chief Tim Cassidy | Village of Mount Prospect
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| Chairman, Safety Committee | Laura Ditanto, Asst. Director of Public Works | Village of Libertyville |
| Member-At-Large | James Hawkins, Deputy Village Manager | Village of Northbrook |
| Chairman, Law Enforcement Training Committee | Police Commander Alejandro Mercado | Village of Wilmette
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Meetings of the NIPSTA Executive Committee are open to all NIPSTA members and to the public.