Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board oversees the Fire Pension Fund in accordance with Article 3 of the Illinois Pension Code (40 ICS5/4).  In addition to managing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits for sworn members of the Belvidere Fire Department, the Board is also responsible for overseeing and safeguarding the Fund’s investments to ensure long-term financial stability.

The Fund is overseen by a five-member Board, with each member serving a three-year term.  Representation includes both the City leadership and members from the fire department:

• Two members are appointed by the mayor
• One member is an elected retired firefighter
• Two members are elected active firefighters

Meetings:

The Fire Pension Board meets quarterly at:

Belvidere Fire Station #1

123 South State Street

Belvidere, IL 61008

Meetings begin at 8:00 a.m. and are open to the public.

2026 Dates:

February 13, 2026

May 8, 2026

August 7, 2026

November 13, 2026

Board Members:

Shawn Schadle, Active Member

Chris Letourneau, Active Member

David Worrell, Retired Member

Lee Revels, Appointed Member

Sarah Turnipseed, Appointed Member