URBANA, Ill. (WAND) - The City of Urbana announced Wednesday that Fire Chief Demond Dade has resigned.

The City of Urbana made the announcement in a press release and did not mention Dade's reason for leaving the Urbana Fire Department.

"Chief Dade has dedicated himself to the safety and well-being of Urbana residents, and I thank him for his service. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors," said Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams in a statement.

Dade was appointed as Urbana's Fire Chief in May 2022.

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