Hampden Township has appointed a new Fire Chief, Landon A. Churchill. Chief Churchill brings a broad range of leadership experience in fire and emergency services, with a career
rooted in community-focused public safety and organizational excellence. He began his service as a volunteer firefighter with Colorado River Fire Rescue in Western Colorado and advanced through roles including engineer, paramedic, company officer, and educator.
Prior to joining Hampden Township, Chief Churchill served as Deputy Chief for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 7 in Spring, Texas—one of the largest suburban communities in the Houston metropolitan area. In that role, he led key initiatives in organizational planning, accreditation, quality improvement, policy development, and community risk reduction. These programs have received recognition at both the state and national levels.
Chief Churchill holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire and Emergency Management from
Purdue University Global, graduating summa cum laude. He is recognized by colleagues for his balanced leadership approach, combining high standards with a commitment to collaboration, trust-building, and professional development.His leadership philosophy emphasizes service to the community, long-term system sustainability, and measurable improvements in public safety outcomes.
