Meeting

Brian O'Connor and Michael Hanley have completed their one year of Probationary Membership.

A moment of silence was observed in memory of Betty Mahon {CLICK FOR OBITUARY} (Deb Rieger's mother) and Harvey Shippee {CLICK FOR OBITUARY} (past member). Harvey died about a year ago, but we just received word on his passing. Chaplain VanWie also offered prayers for Bob Clement who was brought back to the Rochester hospital today because of complications from his recent surgery.

1st Assistance Chief RG Green presented the department with the framed blue print of the first floor of our new station. Ground should be broken in the spring of 2012.

The FASNY Convention will be in Alex Bay in August and there are many great speakers to hear - free!

The NYS Association of Fire Chief's Show will be at Turning Stone June 16-18 and many from TWFD will be attending on 6/17.

Greg Wloderek was appointed Captain of the Fire Police, John Falge was appointed 3rd Assistant Chief and Jeff Muchnikoff was appointed captain of 46-7-1.

Resignation of Timothy Booth was received. Matthew Chapman was received as a new member and Jason Compo is off probation.

Ground breaking for the new fire hall is expected to begin in the spring of 2012.

Requests were received and granted to return John Falge and Bruce Robinson to active duty membership.

Reports were received and acted upon from two Disciplinary Committees and another Disciplary Committee was established.

Amanda Widdicombe submitted her resignation. Andy McCabe, a new member was introduced to the membership. It was announced that Jeremy Powell's 1 year probation is over.

Leon VanWie was appointed President of the department and Jarred O'Dell was appointed Safety Officer by the Chief officers.

On March 8 there will be a public referendum to vote on the proposed new fire department station from 6-9 PM at Station # 1.

The annual banquet will be held on April 9th - same place and plans as last year.

A moment of silence was observed for active member Robert W. Barker. Bob died on December 7, 2010. CLICK HERE FOR OBITUARY.

A moment of silence was observed for active member Leonard S. Clement. Leonard died on January 5th. CLICK HERE FOR OBITUARY.

The annual election of officers was held. Please check our link on the home page for "Our Officers" for the results.

The Fleet Committee encouraged members to check our www.powerarc.net to see some lighting package options for the new truck.

On 10/21 we hosted the Jefferson County FF/FC Monthly Dinner Meeting. RG Green did a great job planning and preparing the meal. About 18 of us worked at it.

The Fleet Committee will be scheduling a Work Detail to measure the compartments of the current Rescue Truck to determine the compartment sizes needed in the new truck.

We will be hosting a New York State Association of Fire Chiefs training - "Reading Smoke" on November 17 at Station 1 and on November 18 Flu shots will be given free of charge to fire/EMS personnel at the Public Health office from 5-8 PM.

The live burn training was rescheduled from September to October 20 at the Training Center.

October 21st we will be hosting the Jefferson County Fire Chiefs/Firefighters Association dinner meeting.

On October 19th there will be a Fire Commissioner's Hearing on the Proposed Budget and on October 26th there will be a Fire Commissioner's Hearing for the Commercial Rate Hike on the West Side. Both hearing are at 7 PM and will be held at Station # 1.

The Sackets Harbor Fire Department is holding a raffle. The proceeds will go to the Garrett Loomis Firefighter Fund for Training. Several members purchased tickets and the department purchased 10.

A moment of silence was observed for William G. "Bill" Mahon who served the TWFD from 1956 - 1971 (CLICK FOR OBITUARY). Bill died August 17, 2010.

We approved a Constitution change so that Fire Responder calls will not be included in the 10% needed to remain an active member of TWFD. They are still included in the count for the Service Award Program.

Resignations were received from Mark Hawver and Frank Brooks as both have left the area for other employment.

The 2011 Block Party will be held on August 6 and we will again have Swingshift.

The Jefferson County Firefighters/Fire Chiefs October 21 dinner/meeting will be held at TWFD. Members are needed to help.

TWFD will host the fall seminar series of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs on Wednesday, November 17. The training will be on "reading smoke".

There will be a Chicken Barbeque at TWFD Station # 1 on Saturday September 18th for current and past members. More information will be available at the September 1 meeting. Dave Clement, Lorraine Clement and Jim McLane will work on it.

We are looking into having another Rafting trip and a possible wine tour this fall.

A letter will be sent to Assemblywoman Addie Jenne Russell thanking her for her support of the Cancer Impairment legislation for firefighters.

Members were reminded to sell the CanAM Speedway tickets for July 23 and return unsold ones to Station # 1 by July 20.

Jeff Muchnikoff, one of our deployed military members sent greetings and included a picture of a military fire truck stuck in the mud.

Plans for the Block Party (August 7, 2010) are coming along well. Chair Dave Roof asked for assistance with set up, clean up and for various projects during the party. Sign up sheets are available at Station # 1.

Ralph Green was appointed by the Executive Committee as TWFD 3rd Assistant Chief. Lt. Chad Green was moved into the Captain's position of Engine 3.

Training in September will be on SCBA:
     September 8 (Station # 1)
     September 15 (Training Center)
     September 22 (Training Center) - Live Burn

The Executive Committee requested that the Bylaw Committee bring a proposal to the August meeting to remove from the mandated 10% our EMS calls. This will NOT affect the needed 10% to receive the Annual Service Award component for call responses.

The Fleet Committee made a presentation of a trip to the Oswego Town Fire Department.

The TWFD Auxiliary will be unable to provide refreshments at the annual Memorial Day Ceremony due to the lack of help.

The Annual Banquet had a good turn out and Ralph Green and his committee was thanked for their work.

First Assistant Chief Brian Wilcox submitted his resignation as First Assistant Chief and will remain a firefighter. Keith Clement moved to the position of 1st Assistant Chief and Bill Bamann became 2nd Assistant Chief.

A moment of silence was observed for past member and Chief George Carroll (CLICK FOR OBITUARY) who died April 27, 2010.

Chief Dillon and many others commented on the good turnout for George Carroll's calling hours and funeral. We had 30 members in uniforms!

Reports were received from both the Truck Committee and the Block Party Committee. Both will meet on May 11 and will bring reports to the June meeting.

The Memorial Day Service at the Firefighter's Monument at Brookside Cemetery will be at 5 PM.

A moment of silence was observed for past member Clarence Waters (CLICK FOR OBITUARY) who died April 1, 2010.

The Annual Banquet will be at the Tug Hill Winery on Friday, May 14th from 6 - 10 PM. TWFD will host the monthly dinner meeting for the Jefferson County Firefighters/Fire Chiefs on October 21st.

The Hall Committee had the Meeting Room floor waxed in March and it looks great.

Several members asked the By-Law Committee to develop a change in the by-laws for us to vote on that would not count EMS calls in the needed 10% call volume. It will be presented at the May 5 meeting.

New member Mark Hawver was introduced and led the department in the Pledge of Allegiance. We elected David Clement as Secretary. We approved the purchase of two laptop computers - one for the treasurer and one for the secretary.

A "Best Wishes & Stay Safe Party" for Jeff Jeff Muchnikoff will be held at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, March 10th as he deploys soon. Pizza and beverages will be served.

Chief Dillon reviewed several of our calls in January and Billy "Load" Pfaff was commended for his quick action at the Clubhouse Restaurant kitchen fire.

Ralph Green presented the Fleet Committee's report about the Rescue Pumper they are currently getting specifications for. A full report and recommendations will be brought to the March 3rd meeting. The Fleet Committee was also asked to look over the Brush Truck and determine when replacement will be needed.

A fund raising event at Chapman's Can-Am Speedway was approved with the proceeds to go toward the purchase of Class A jackets.

A moment of silence was observed for past member Randy J. Clement (CLICK FOR OBITUARY). Randy died on December 25, 2009 after a long struggle with cancer.

We accepted the resignation of two of our members and placed one of our members on Medical Leave.

Our annual election of officers was held. Please click the side bar on the home page "Our Officers". Once the Captains have appointed their lieutenants the page will be further updated.

We approved the purchase of "Class B" uniforms for all members who desire one. Measurements are to be given to Leon VanWie.

December 2, 2009 Meeting

A moment of silence was observed for past member Edward L. Clark. Ed died on November 15, 2009. He was a 30 year member of TWFD and a Board of Fire Commissioners member for 25 years. He also served as 1st Assistant Chief.

During the past month we have responded to several working fires. Chief Dillon complimented the members on the excellent turn out.

A Nominating Committee was set up; members include Deb Rieger, Jeff Muchnikoff and Jon Sullivan.

A committee was established to consider the structure and number of officers of our department. Members include: Chief Charlie Dillon (Convener), Vinnie Hughes, Jeff Muchnikoff, Keith Clement, David Johnston, Greg Wloderek, Art Cooley and Earl Halback.

November 4, 2009 Meeting

Executive Order ....Engine must have a minimum of 2 interior qualified firefighters plus driver before responding to incidents. If after waiting sufficient time without said qualified firefighters onboard, radio a responding chief officer for instructions.

Firefighter Frank Brooks has been deployed to Iraq and has been placed on "Active Deployed Military" status.

October 7, 2009 Meeting

At the monthly meeting on October 7th, 2009 we paused to remember Ola "Pinky" Wilson who died recently and the many contributions she made to the auxiliary and the contributions her husband made to our department in our early days.

The Exempt Organization will be updating their plaque.

The department decided to create maps of our town's fire hydrants.

We also decided to have a department photo taken in the spring.

September 2, 2009 Meeting

At the monthly meeting on September 2nd, 2009 we received a treasurer's report from Jarrod O'Dell, our newly appointed treasurer. Wayne Robbe moved out of the area and resigned as treasurer.

The 2010 Block Dance, Chaired by Dave Roof is being planned for August 7, 2010 with Swing Shift.

August 5, 2009 Meeting

At the monthly meeting on August 5th, TWFD accepted the resignation of 2nd Assistant Chief Frank Pelan. Frank and his family have relocated to the Copenhagen area. We expressed our appreciation to Frank for his leadership in our department.

Bill Bamann was appointed 3rd Assistant Chief and Keith Clement advanced from 3rd Assistant Chief to 2nd Assistant Chief.

The 2009 Block Party held on August 1st was a great success, thanks to Chair Ray Koberger and his committee. "Swing Shift" once again provided the entertainment and as they say..."a good time was had by all!"