History

1871

Brookline was created with the extension of the railroad. A post office was established and named Brookline Station.

1960s

The Brookline Fire Association was formed to provide fire protection to the Village of Brookline and other unincorporated areas of Greene and Christian Counties.

1971

The Village of Brookline was incorporated as a portion of Greene County.

198_

Brookline Fire Protection District was incorporated.

198_

Station 1 was built.

199_

Station 2 was built.

200_

Station 1 Addition was built.

201_

A Training Facility was built to house Ladder 1 and to provide storage for training props.

2017

The first career firefighter was hired for Brookline FPD and was assigned to work Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.

2020

The first paid Fire Chief was appointed in the District.

2021

Complete interior renovation of Station 1, including updated offices, training/community room, and the addition of a residential space with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, and living area. Voters approved a Tax Levy to increase staffing levels; full-time career staff were hired, adding 1 Battalion Chief, 3 Captains, and 6 Firefighters.

2023

2 Battalion Chief and 3 Firefighter positions were added, assigning 5 personnel to all shifts.