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McHenry honors Fire Chief Rudy Horace with distinguished service award
Summary
The McHenry City Council presented Chief Rudy Horace of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District a distinguished service award recognizing 16 years of local service and 43 years in the fire service; Horace thanked council and described McHenry as home.
The McHenry City Council presented a distinguished service award to Chief Rudy Horace of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District, noting his service to the community from 06/17/2010 through 06/17/2026. Chief Burke, speaking on behalf of the city and the McHenry Police Department, said Horace’s leadership fostered collaboration between emergency services and lauded his decades-long career.
Horace accepted the plaque and thanked the council, mayor and staff: "It was truly an honor to serve as your fire chief," he said, noting that 16 of his 43 career years were spent in McHenry and that he and his family consider the city home. The council’s presentation highlighted Horace’s community involvement, parish membership at Saint Patrick’s Church, and contributions to public‑safety initiatives.
