From the pages of edgarcountywatchdogs.com:
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I wrapped up our last piece on the Tri-State Fire Protection District with these words: “Stay tuned for some truly remarkable revelations coming your way soon!†(Click here to read the previous article.)
Well, let me tell you, "remarkable" might just be an understatement. Once again, Mr. Orrico has shown us that when something reeks of dishonesty, it probably is. It turns out that Mr. Orrico is breaking yet another law and hasn't been legally eligible to serve as a trustee for quite some time now.
To qualify as a trustee for the Tri-State FPD, you need to be considered an "inhabitant" of the district. According to Black's Law Dictionary, an inhabitant is defined as someone who resides permanently in a specific location.
Given this, why shouldn’t Mr. Orrico continue to hold the position of trustee? Because he resides in Joliet, Illinois. On April 21, 2015, Mr. Orrico bought a house in Joliet, and his name is clearly listed on the deed. Property tax records confirm that his primary residence is at this Joliet address, as evidenced by him receiving the $6,000 homeowner's exemption—something granted only if you declare it as your main home. (Click here for a copy of the property tax records highlighting the exemption.)
The property he owns within the fire district, the one he told DuPage County officials was his residence, raises additional questions depending on the timeline. The mailbox outside doesn't bear the Orrico name, and while DuPage County records show he still owns it, he never claimed the homeowner’s exemption on that property either. (Click here for the DuPage County tax records.)
One has to wonder why someone would pursue the role of trustee if it wasn't particularly appealing. A contract for his company involving three ambulances might provide a clue. Maybe his close relationship with the fire chief has been mutually beneficial? Either way, one thing is certain: Mr. Orrico ceased being a trustee of the Tri-State FPD as of April 21, 2015. Any actions he took after that date warrant careful examination for potential legal issues.
The Fire Protection District Act couldn’t be clearer about this. Section 70 ILCS 705/5 states: “Whenever a member of the elected board of trustees of a fire protection district ceases to be an inhabitant of the district, their office shall become immediately vacant.â€
This rule isn’t exclusive to the Fire Protection District Act—it’s also outlined in the Election Code (10 ILCS 5/25-2). Specifically, Section 25-2 lists the events that render an elective office vacant. These include death, resignation, legal disability, ceasing to be an inhabitant of the state, or, in the case of a local office, ceasing to be an inhabitant of the district.
So, it’s crystal clear: Mr. Orrico is no longer a trustee of the Tri-State FPD, creating a vacancy. If he insists otherwise, perhaps he could explain to the Will County authorities why he committed fraud by applying for the homeowner’s exemption.
We recommend restricting his access to the facility and retrieving his keys to ensure continued safety for the community against any potential misconduct.
And remember, stay tuned for even more explosive revelations that could lead to further accountability among officials.
Thanks, Scott.
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This story continues to unfold, and we’ll keep you updated every step of the way.
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