ST. LOUIS PARK — On Feb. 24, 2025, Fire Chief Peter Hanlin was sworn in to lead the St. Louis Park Fire Department.
“The role of fire chief is vital, not only to lead the fire department but also to be a leader in our community by embodying the values of effective leadership – integrity, accountability, dedication, and compassion,” said City Manager Kim Keller. “We are confident in Chief Hanlin’s commitment to these principles and know he will lead the fire department with excellence and with heart.”
Born and raised in Maple Grove, Minn., Chief Hanlin has worked in the fire service since 2006, serving with the Maple Grove, Roseville, and Brooklyn Park fire departments. In 2011, he joined the Red Wing Fire Department where he most recently served as assistant fire chief and emergency management director.
“I really appreciate the warm welcome from the city,” Chief Hanlin said. “I look forward to getting to know department and city staff, as well as making connections in the community.”
Chief Hanlin has a bachelor’s degree in fire science and a master’s degree in public administration and is a graduate of the National Fire Academy’s Managing Officer program. Chief Hanlin will be ceremonially sworn in before the St. Louis Park City Council on March 24, 6 p.m.; the public is invited to attend.
