Chairman - Mark Reid

Mark Reid of the Hobart, IN Fire Department, was elected Chairman of the band in January, 2009.  The Chairman is the presiding officer of the band for all business purposes.

Mark has been the lead bass drummer with the band since 2003.

Secretary - John Gritsuk

John Gritsuk (a.k.a. "Ducky") of the Frankfort, IL Fire District, was elected band Secretary in January of 2009.  The Secretary is responsible for all record-keeping, as well as band correspondences.  The Secretary also serves as the presiding officer over the band in the absence of the Chairman.

John has been a bagpiper with the band since 2007, and currently holds the musical rank of Pipe Corporal.

Treasurer/Quartermaster - Pete Bendinelli

Pete Bendinelli of the Calumet City, IL Fire Department, has served as the band Treasurer since 2005.  As treasurer, Pete is responsible for all band financial record-keeping.  His responsibilities as Quartermaster include purchasing, distribution, and record-keeping of band uniforms and equipment.

Pete has been a bagpiper with the band since 2003 and currently holds the musical rank of Pipe Sergeant.

Band Manager - Ryan Hornback

Ryan Hornback of the Calumet City, IL Fire Department, has served as Band Manager since 2007.  The Band Manager is responsible for scheduling all performances the band participates in, as well as the day to day operations of the organization.

Ryan has been a bagpiper with the band since 2005, and currently holds the musical rank of Pipe Sergeant.