CU seeks more than $52,000 from fired professor Oct 15, 2009
Winston Churchill said, "I never worry about action, but only about inaction." The past five years Fresno County Fire Protection District has been taking action to repair itself from the inaction of the previous 20 years by its former board of directors, which Russ Efird [Valley Voices July 19] was a former board president of. As a 30-year employee of this district, I remember what a great district it once was. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
More of this story Oct 15, 2009
"Two issues come to mind. First, the continued improvement in the appearance of Cut Bank. This is the first impression visitors have of Cut Bank. One of the first things you see coming into town from the east is the Visitor Center and then our main street park. The Visitor Center is currently being updated with CTEP funds. Our city parks can be a source of pride and also a centerpiece in attracting future residents. We need new playground equipment for the younger kids and something more than a... (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Fire, EMS mergers a trend Oct 13, 2009
Municipalities looking to move forward with consolidation can make it difficult for a naysayer group to survive by pulling funding or by passing a resolution no longer recognizing the hold-out as an organization providing fire protection ... Brady suggested Carlisle form a steering committee and gather input not only from fire companies but local residents and business owners, who will ultimately pay the bill of fire protection. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Equipment to blame for jets false fire alarm Oct 7, 2009
Because of the aircraft type and number on board, the airport fire department also called in its other resources, including Montrose Fire Protection District. Advertisement. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Be smart, don't get burned Oct 6, 2009
That's why the Harlan Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for Fire Prevention Week 2009, October 4-10, to urge local residents to Stay Fire Smart. Don't Get Burned. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Steps to keep your home safe from fire Oct 4, 2009
More than 60 percent of deaths from house fires in recent years happened in homes that either had no alarms of ones that failed to operate, according to the National Fire Protection Association ... Trees like eucalyptus, olive or anything that produces natural oils are "like large Roman candles" said Janet Upton, spokeswoman for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. (The Augusta Chronicle)
City might have legal right to cut sewer service (2096) Oct 3, 2009
Representatives from the city of Coos Bay and the Charleston Rural Fire Protection District said they ve had no discussions with the tribe or requests for emergency coverage. Rodger Craddock, Coos Bay s interim city manager, who normally serves as the city police chief, said if a request came down the pipeline, providing services to the tribe would be a city council decision. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
•Merger cost questions still linger Oct 3, 2009
A preliminary cost estimate of a merger shows the new city would need to hire more employees, raise salaries and increase spending, but it doesn't include expenses such as fire protection or the street department budget. And property tax rates remain unknown. (The Daily Journal)
LETTER: Logistics will doomgovernment-run system Oct 3, 2009
Harry Potter wrote on Oct 2, 2009 3:47 PM:" I sometimes think Neonut would be happier if he could buy and island somewhere and not have to deal with all of us non conservative types that make his life so miserable. After all he doesn't believe in the military, public schools, state and federal highway systems, law enforcement, fire protection, public drinking water, traffic lights, air safety, FDA or any of the other socialistic things in our evil society. " ... I'd support a federal highway... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
West Point Fire hosts open house Oct 1, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:06 PM CDT The West Point Fire Protection District will host its inaugural Fire Prevention Week Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Station No. 1, 195 Spink Road, West Point. The fire department will present various equipment displays, educational materials, free drawings, blood pressure checks and a visit from Sparky the Fire Dog. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Open house set Sunday at farm near Millersburg Oct 1, 2009
"We will be selling slabs of ribs to raise funds for the Millersburg Fire Protection District," Baumgartner said. "We also will have snacks, tea and soft drinks.". (Fulton Sun, MO)
Just in Time for the Holidays: Fire Awareness and Prevention American Christmas Tree Association Joins National Fire Protection Association to Urge Fi Oct 1, 2009
the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) takes one week each October to focus on keeping homes safe from the leading causes of home fires, including holiday-related fires ... National Fire Protection Association ... Search here for U.S. fire protection equipment suppliers and contractors. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Firefighters turn in gear, reorganize Sep 30, 2009
If you do know then have the courage to terminate the cause not punish all at risk of no fire protection by local personnel. Leave a Comment. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Bonne Terre disbands fire department (2876) Sep 26, 2009
The city will never be without fire protection ... Thank god for Big River Fire Protection ... When the city decided the kick the rural fire department out of the city firehouse, Big River Fire Protection was born, and most of the dedicated, well-trained firefighters went to Big River. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Iberia Fire District drills for rating Sep 26, 2009
Armond Schwing, an insurance agent in New Iberia, said every community has a protection class established by the insurance industry and receives a rating dependent on the type of fire protection in that district. That rating determines the cost of insurance. (New Iberia, LA)
State forestry group celebrates 100 years Sep 24, 2009
The area's wildland fire protection has grown from 200,000 acres in 1967 to 860,000 acres ... Fire protection was the basis of creating the Anaconda Unit and it remains an important function today. (Montana Standard, MT)
Palo Alto labor union may call strike Sep 24, 2009
" This was offered. Switch new employees off of these extraordinary benefits. But noooo the union wouldn't have any of that. Your posts really are hypocritical. This is the time for this strike. It has to happen. Posted by Sharon, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, on Aug 30, 2009 at 7:33 pm Given the economic realities we need a restart. By some estimates we can cut 30% of the workforce and hire motivated, market rate people to do the rest of the jobs. Look at any job site of Palo Alto... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
More Valley crews fighting SoCal fire Sep 24, 2009
Twenty-one firefighters and five engines from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection's local units battled the Corral fire in San Joaquin County. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has sent more crews and equipment from the Valley to help fight a Southern California blaze. (Fresno Bee)
Commissioners hear fire territory report Sep 22, 2009
Croyle said when the issue was initially brought up the proposed tax rate was 29 while the city's tax rate for fire protection is 23 per 100 of assessed valuation. "That would increase our fire protection rates substantially," Croyle said ... "But it's getting projected like that by some people. If fire protection ratings shrink, farmers will pay substantially more for insurance. That has been a major concern of the people who are organizing this. We will work diligently on improving fire... (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Borough asks fire companies to submit proposal Sep 21, 2009
Officials hope to reduce costs, improve quality of fire protection ... Carlisle Borough has no intention of opening the future of its fire protection services to fire companies outside borough limits ... The borough Tuesday issued a draft request asking qualified fire companies to submit written proposals by Oct. 16 with the goal of reducing the boroughs net costs for fire protection while maintaining or improving the quality of service. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Fire destroys farm equipment near Prather Sep 19, 2009
Several motorcycles and vintage cars worth about $300,000, including two Ford Mustangs, were destroyed in a garage fire at a house in Friant, a Cal Fire Fresno County Fire Protection District spokeswoman said. The fire started just before 2 p.m. Friday when sparks from a welder ignited upholstery in one of the cars. (Fresno Bee)
Homebuilders vs. firefighters over sprinkler rules Sep 18, 2009
But California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection opposes the effort, saying the rules would cost too much to enforce. School dress code proves a hardship for SD tribe. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Antique tractors, other equipment damaged in Flanagan fire Sep 17, 2009
John Zimmerman, chief of the Flanagan-Graymont Fire Protection District, said firefighters were called to 402 E. Lincoln St. around 4:25 p.m. Tuesday. Zimmerman said that a neighbor noticed smoke coming from the building, which was formerly the International Harvest Dealership but was converted to a storage facility several years ago. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Brutus developer has proposal for water line Sep 15, 2009
Town board member Jeff Hinman said the line would be treated as a trunk line to serve that development, but there would be no hydrants or fire protection services. He also noted that Clinton Road has a concrete base so that it would be more difficult to bore under. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Service agencies discuss tornado emergency plans Sep 12, 2009
Callaway County officials and agencies represented at the meeting included Lee Fritz, Callaway County presiding commissioner; Doc Kritzer, Callaway County Western District commissioner; Dean Buffington, Fulton fire chief; Steve Myers, chief of Fulton Police Department; Colleen Donnelly, environmental health and safety manager at Westminster College; Leah Ann Oestreich, 911 emergency; Ed Lockwood, Ovid Bell Press; Charles Anderson and Linda Ellis of Callaway County Ambulance Service; Fire Chief... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Locals recall Deadwood fire of '59 Sep 9, 2009
The Deadwood Fire of 1959 remains to this day the most destructive fire to private property, homes and infrastructure ever recorded in South Dakota, according to Jerome F. Harvey, (Jerome Harvey's son) who presented information about the blaze at a National Fire Protection Association World Safety Conference and Exposition in 2003. More than 60 plus structures were destroyed including the Barber Transportation warehouse, power and telephone lines, motels, the post and pole plant, the wood... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
California Focus: Broken promises could bring fire season problems Sep 9, 2009
Anyone who suggests fire protection can be as good this fall as in recent years most likely will turn out to be living a fantasy. That, of course, would include Schwarzenegger, for whom everything almost always is "fantastic" in more ways than one. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Can Budget-Strapped California Afford More Wildfires? Sep 7, 2009
Indeed, in the recently approved state budget, Schwarzenegger kept the budget of Cal Fire, the state department of forestry and fire protection, roughly level at $518 million (which is used for salaries of the department) and doubled the emergency fund for wildfires from $69 million to $182 million. But with high summer temperatures, the California fire season is off with a roar and from July 1 to Sept. 2 the state spent $108. (Time.com)
Page Mill closes offices, fuels speculation Sep 5, 2009
The city contacted officials from the Menlo Park Fire Protection District, who inspected other fire alarms and confirmed that many of the systems were wired improperly. Abrica said the city directed inspectors and emergency-response officials to be on alert and to spend more time around the properties where the fire alarm systems have malfunctioned. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Fire destroys barn west of Casper Aug 31, 2009
No people or livestock were injured, said Natrona County Fire Protection District Chief Kevin Finn ... The barn fire also started a grass fire, which crews extinguished, saving a nearby residence, according to a news release from Dave Baker of the Natrona County Fire Protection District. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Holts Summit fire district opens new station Aug 31, 2009
The newly renovated Holts Summit Fire Protection District Station 1 opened for business Saturday on South Summit Drive. Chief Scott Brooks said as many as six firefighters can now live at the station. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Air France crash inquiry could take more than year Aug 31, 2009
Court officials revealed Thursday that a bottle of alcohol and a gun were found at the site of the fatal Sept. 6 crash of a California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection spotter plane in the Tulare County mountains north of Springville. The Cal Fire report -- whose existence wasn't revealed in court until Wednesday -- could affect the trial of a Tulare man accused of murder and illegally setting several small forest fires the plane was circling when it crashed. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Mayor nominates new fire chief for Los Angeles Aug 29, 2009
A fast-moving wildfire started Wednesday afternoon about 20 miles southwest of King City in Monterey County and consumed more than 3 square miles of grassy, rolling hills, Division Chief Curt Itson of the state Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said. The fire was 30 percent contained early Thursday, Itson said, but residents of 20 homes near the tiny community of Lockwood evacuated voluntarily. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Greek media blast government’s response to wildfires Aug 26, 2009
Newspapers said, however, that the government had learned nothing from the 2007 wildfires, and had failed to improve fire protection measures and equipment. Fatal errors and omissions, the conservative daily Kathimerini said in a front-page headline. (Boston Globe)
BFD ranks high in public protection Aug 25, 2009
ISO s staff gathers information about municipal fire protection and rates each community. A Class 1 represents exemplary fire protection and a class 10 indicates that the area s fire suppression program does not meet minimum criteria, Boeker said. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Towanda's retiring fire chief hailed as forward-thinking teacher Aug 23, 2009
"It's time to take a break," he said, citing lots of interrupted family dinners for fire calls and many meetings related to providing the McLean County community with fire protection. The department had two air packs when he started in 1975 -- now it has 20. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fort's firefighters pick up new rescue skills Aug 21, 2009
Perry said the learning will include other venues as the members go through three of the many disciplines recognized by the National Fire Protection Association. It s a start, he said, adding that in the future, other disciplines, such as water rescues, will be certified. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Commission supports Alzheimer's group Aug 21, 2009
The commissioners also approved a mutual aid agreement to pay $30,000 to the Natrona County Fire Protection District, which would conduct fire inspections. In May, county resident Dick Sadler told commissioners the Wyoming Attorney General issued an opinion that the county, not the Fire Protection District created in 1992, had the responsibility to employ fire inspectors. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
CCFPD puts six new fire trucks into service Aug 20, 2009
The Cole County Fire Protection District recently put into service six new fire trucks as part of a plan to upgrade service. A new engine/pumper and a new brush truck are being housed at the district's station at County Park. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Difficult terrain works against Calif. fire crews Aug 16, 2009
4 square miles, in Santa Cruz County, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection ... 4 square miles, in Santa Cruz County, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Local crews help fight Santa Cruz County fire Aug 15, 2009
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection employs full-time firefighters, but they run out of crews when battling multiple fires. Large fires are currently burning in Santa Cruz, near Tracy and in Shasta County, along with smaller blazes. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
USM unveils technology and data center Aug 15, 2009
Among the major improvements to the center are state-of-the-art security measures which include security monitoring system with multiple indoor and outdoor cameras; under-floor leak detection system; waterless fire protection system; proximity and biometric access; and firewall protection of all connections entering and exiting the Data Center. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Evacuation boundaries extended in Bonny Doon Aug 14, 2009
Coastside Fire Protection District Assistant Chief Paul Cole is among firefighters defending homes in the Bonny Doon area. He and his team are on a 24-hour shift that began at 7 p.m. Wednesday. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Morton Aldermen approve Fire Protection Agreement Aug 13, 2009
Morton Aldermen approve Fire Protection Agreement By COURTNEY ROBINSON, Features Editor Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:38 AM CDT. MORTON Mayor Greg Butler and the Morton Board of Aldermen approved the Rural Fire Protection Services Agreement with the county during their recent bi-monthly meeting ... The Rural Fire Protection Agreement is very important to our community and fire department in that it allows us to receive revenue from the county to help fund our fire department, Butler said. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
History Unkind to Health Care Reformers Aug 13, 2009
You didn't want to pay for your roads, bridges, infrastructure, fire protection, police, defense, or education, so you charged $11 trillion of that (plus interest, which is $300 billion a year), to your children and grandchildren. So, let me be frank: you don't deserve Medicare. (CBS News -- Health)
It's conflict and compromise for leaders of Ketchum and Sun Valley Aug 9, 2009
It's a safe bet that leaders of the two cities will spar again, whether over the best way to pay for fire protection or just taking issue with how the other guys run things. However, they agree that the two communities are tied together, and the good of the valley is important enough to forgive and forget. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
What now after fire millage defeat? Aug 8, 2009
These included township and village residents paying the Otsego County Fire Department to provide fire protection services or have the township and village provide funding from their budgets as had been done prior to five years ago when voters had approved a 2-mil levy to fund the fire department. Gorney said he is leaning towards a third option -- going back to voters in November to seek their support for a new millage request. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Stupaks visit to Friendship Center explosive Aug 7, 2009
We don t expect businesses to provide libraries, roads and fire protection. Why should we expect them to provide health care. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Our views: A worthy proposal Aug 7, 2009
That includes threats to police and fire protection, which should be spared because of their life-and-death role in safeguarding Space Coast citizens. That makes a proposal involving Brevard County, Melbourne and Palm Bay to consolidate their police and fire dispatching centers worth serious consideration because it could save money. (Florida Today)
First ladder fire truck arrives for duty in city, county Aug 6, 2009
With the new addition, the city now has three fire trucks to help provide fire protection for residents and businesses, and the newest member of the fleet is multi-functional. Now designated as Ladder 1, the fire truck s initial cost was 607,859 which was shared between the city of Forest and Scott County and helped with rebate funds and a state grant. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Orangeburg seeks tax for suburban fire service Aug 5, 2009
More than a decade after Orangeburg County established a county-funded fire service, the issue of how to pay for fire protection outside Orangeburg s city limits continues to burn ... Yow says the city collects approximately $800,000 annually from fire contracts but that isn t enough to cover the cost of suburban fire protection ... Orangeburg County Fire System Coordinator Gene Ball says it would be in the best interest of the city and the fire service to have a system in place for suburban... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Defying physics Aug 3, 2009
Customers include , and several fire protection system manufacturers ... The company, which had just moved to its current location, regrouped and found work in the fire protection industry. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
LeRoy emergency services add new vehicles to fleet Aug 3, 2009
LEROY -- LeRoy's fire protection district and ambulance service have added new vehicles for their fleets. Firefighters have spent the past two weeks training on and equipping a new fire truck. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
State offers to trim back fire danger Aug 2, 2009
The work will be especially important in future years, as Linn County gears up for the Oregon Forestland-Urban Interface Fire Protection Act of 1997, also known as Senate Bill 360. That s the law that requires property owners in forestland-urban interface areas to reduce potential fuel around structures and along driveways or risk having to pay the costs of fighting a fire there. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
A community effort Aug 1, 2009
With hundreds attending the services, the city, school district, fire protection district, county and law enforcement agencies have coordinated signage, street closures and parking areas ... Keith Caddy for his leadership, consideration and cooperation; the MCSO, Colorado State Patrol and Montrose Fire Protection District. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Dire forecast for fire season in the West Jul 29, 2009
The vast majority of wildfires are caused by human activity, sparked by careless campers, arsonists or people inappropriately using equipment in dry areas, according to the state Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Lightning causes roughly 5 percent of the wildfires in the agency's jurisdiction, while 12 percent are caused by arson and 30 percent by improper use of mechanical equipment, Cal Fire records show. (San Francisco Chronicle)
American Pacific to Release Financial Results and Hold Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter Investor Teleconference Jul 29, 2009
We produce clean agent chemicals for the fire protection industry, as well as electro-chemical equipment for the water treatment industry. Our products are designed to meet customer specifications and often must meet certain governmental and regulatory approvals. (PR Newswire)
Mueller Water Products Announces Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Jul 24, 2009
Its broad product portfolio includes engineered valves, hydrants, ductile iron pipe and pipe fittings, which are used by municipalities, as well as the residential and non-residential construction, oil and gas, HVAC and fire protection industries. With latest 12 months net sales of $1. (PR Newswire)
Air Force Delivers Australian Firetruck for Talisman Saber Jul 24, 2009
" The corporal's U.S. counterparts shared his appreciation for the opportunity. "We learn just as much from them as they do from us," said Staff Sgt. Deryck Cook, a 3rd CES fire protection supervisor. "We mesh right in together. " The successful delivery of the fire team and truck further demonstrated the need for interoperability between both forces and a total team effort throughout multiple units, Captain Boyer said. "Literally, we worked 24/7 for a week to have this come together," Captain... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Fire Tax of $177.96 Per Year Proposed Jul 23, 2009
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 10:13 AM EDT Bartow city commissioners passed an ordinance Monday to establish a fire protection assessment, but setting of the fire tax rate will be subject to adoption of the rate schedule ... Lee Evett, vice president of Willdan Financial Services, which did the rate study, said the fire protection assessment is not a fee for services and is not a tax, but you ll hear it called a tax by everybody ... Money can be spent on fire protection, equipment and... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Pay hikes draw fire from Hall Jul 22, 2009
The city has terminated its eight-year lease on an airport fire station with the Coles County Airport Authority, but the structure will still be used for fire protection at the airport. Mattoon Fire Chief Mike Chism explained fire training will continue for aircraft fires and emergencies, and Mattoon firefighters will be called out to the facility when commercial aircraft are using the air facility. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Town fire department would shrink GVFD's size (1) Jul 20, 2009
That tax would be intended to pay for for fire protection, though in fact the town council could allocate it for any purpose ... GVFD board chair Ed Clarke said in an email "Mr. Stahle's report provides an adequate framework for the town council and its residents to make a judgment as to whether they wish to proceed with the creation of a town fire department.By any objective measure, this would be a formidable challenge and an expensive undertaking."Should the town elect not to proceed, the... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
REGION: Power shut-off decision looms Jul 19, 2009
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or Calfire, is neutral on the plan. Never enough. (North County Times)
Fire debate: Who owns the trucks? Jul 18, 2009
Published: Thursday, November 13, 2008 4:35 PM CST The non-renewal of the fire protection agreement between the City of Port Lavaca and Calhoun County Commissioners Court brings up some issues concerning equipment the county loaned or gave to the city to provide rural fire protection. The Port Lavaca City Council does not find the $130,000 the county offered to pay for some of the city s fire protection services acceptable ... 2 Commissioner Vernon Lyssy said the commissioners court wants... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Damaged gas line hinders service near Ashmore Jul 17, 2009
The leak also caused emergency responders to block traffic on Route 16 between Charleston and Oakland roads, said Clay Berner, captain for the Ashmore Fire Protection District. Berner said the gas leak occurred in a field. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
