During the first few years of the city’s history, there were approximately 35 volunteer firemen who served under the direction of Chief William F. O’Brien (1963-1968) and Chief Millard “Peel” Summers (1968-1972).
Ribbon Cutting for the new Palm Beach Gardens Fire Station. Pictured from left to right are Robert Carlson, E.B. Shearin, Walt Wiley, Millard "Peel" Summers, Anthony Boniello, and James DeLonga.