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Glen Arbor fire department installs Chad Dykgraaf as assistant chief
Summary
Assistant Chief Chad Dykgraaf was sworn in at the July 21 Glen Arbor Township board meeting after a 25-year career with the department; his wife pinned on his new badge during the ceremony.
Assistant Chief Chad Dykgraaf was sworn in as the Glen Lake Fire Department assistant chief during a brief ceremony at the Glen Arbor Township meeting on July 21, 2026. Chief Ferguson introduced Dykgraaf, noting Dykgraaf completed his first firefighter course 25 years ago with then-Chief John DePuy and advanced through the ranks to lieutenant and captain before his promotion to assistant chief. Pam Laureto, township clerk, administered the oath, and Dykgraaf’s wife pinned on his new badge.
The ceremony included presentation of a new shield for Dykgraaf’s helmet and recognition of his long service to the department. The swearing-in occurred early in the meeting, which also included routine board business and several financial approvals.
