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Looks awesome! Is an ambulance going to be housed there as well? Also, any plans to dedicate it to Ron Jankowski?

I must add that Austin/Central Texas/Capitol Region/Hill Country where I live is a lot different then Houston, and 4 hours away on the southeastern coast of Texas for those who don't know. I could never deal with the humidity you have in Houston. Some things you should think of, we don't pay state income tax here in Texas. If you do buy a property anywhere within the NYC area, property taxes are really high. You also pay city and state income tax. It costs several dollars to drive over some bridges. And if you do drive in some parts of the city, prepare to pay for it. Also, in NYC you can get everywhere using public transportation, which is great. I do miss that somewhat, however the Austin area is pretty small and there's not much traffic, at least not anywhere near what Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, or NYC has. The cold and snow is OK if you don't have to drive in it, work in it, clean off your car after your shift, and then drive home to shovel your driveway. And you don't have to worry about warming up your car. Also, if your house is heated by an oil burner, then that costs a fortune as well. You should also get used to the stairchair. I BARELY use it in Texas, but in NYC almost everything is a carry up and then carry down. EMS in the NYC area is completly different then EMS in Texas, they are way behind some things we have here. Also, there are no ALS Engines or trucks up there, and the FD is not always so helpful or trained/equpped properly. Outside NYC, a large portion of EMS is provided by a fragmented system of volunteer BLS ambulances and paid ALS, mostly in flycars. Most BLS transport are done by commercial agencies, and most of them also provide BLS 911 thrugh contract. And there aren't many EMS stations- you spend most of your shift in the "bus". As for the cost of living, I would NEVER be able to afford my lifestyle down here if I lived in NY. For what I sold a 1000 square foot apartment with no property for I bought a nice house in a master planned community here in Round Rock with all the amenities, and my taxes are a fraction of what I paid up there, and I get more services for my taxes. My water bill, however, is what kills me in summer. I want to water my lawn more, but it makes you conserve water though! And last winter, natural gas bill went up a little as it was a COLD winter! My suggestion- spend a week when you can (Winter would have been best) riding along with different agencies and seeing what you will get for your money. I could get you hooked up, as well as other members of this forum, with ride alongs.

I am working to resolve this issue, and believe it has been identified and all malicous scripts removed. I'd appreciate someone giving me a second opinion when the warning goes away. The Google warning may take a few hours to resolve, and also, I'd like a heads up when that is removed as well. Meanwhile, you can still access the site at http://www.emtbravo.com

Wow, it's been a year. RIP. It's sad to see that this trend is increasing though.

Impressive vehicle. DES seems to be aqquiring a lot of vehicles. I really hope that they are also as agressive with getting funding to expand 60 Control's facilities and increasad compensation for their dispatchers, but I digress. Who staffs this vehicle? And for the wheelbase, you'd think a tractor trailer would be a better fit.

SILVER CITY FIRE FEST “A day for fire buffs, emergency vehicle model builders & collectors, apparatus & photographers” Sponsored by: FireEngines.net & The Connecticut Fire Photographers Association Featuring Code 3 Collectibles Unveiling a new release! Saturday July 17, 2010 Sheraton Four Points Hotel 275 Research Parkway Meriden, CT **FREE ADMISSION** *Model emergency vehicle displays – 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. *Vendors – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. *Apparatus displays & demonstrations – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Photography Show & Presentations – 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Wiitth speciiall guestt – Ltt.. Tiim Klletttt,, F..D..N..Y **Photography Show Admission $10.00/Person** Contact Mike Quinn for further information on attending, displaying, hotel rooms. Vendor space ($20.00 per booth), demonstrators and display booths, are no charge. M1968Q@aol.com (203) 213-3056

I give Mike A LOT of credit for planning and carrying out this event. I saw this progress from concept to reality on another board, and it is impressive for a first year event. I'm sorry I couldn't attend myself. I know different locations are being considered for next year as well, and I bet this event builds into a great annual success.

EMS in Texas is MUCH better and much more advanced, and better compensated, then in NYC, especially with their failing economy right now. I used to be from NY and now live in the Austin area. There are some decent, progressive agencies but they are few and far between and difficult to get onto. I don't want to be a downer, but I'd much rather work EMS down here then back in NY. However, two of the better agencies (not in Queens though) that I know of are Empress EMS ( http://www.empressems.com ) and Westchester EMS ( http://www.westchesterems.org ) .

http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ip-board-communities/id372597645?mt=8

Bump for this weekend!

First off, I didn't even know American LaFrance made armored vehicles. Second, should they be offered to the general public? What's the chance that some sort of militia or disgruntled individual got a hold of one? http://www.myronbowling.com/_filelib/FileCabinet/Am_LaF-PA/Am_LaFrance-SC_Website_Copy.pdf?FileName=Am_LaFrance-SC_Website_Copy.pdf

Rescue 5 was their tactical support unit. http://www.netruckmaster.com/usedTrucks.php?view=138

Isn't this a former ALF facility? Funny, after they ruined the Saulsbury name and shut down their NY plant after buying them out, they are returning to NY for stainless steel fabrication. Wonder what their game plan is?

The M-8's are brand new, and will replace the aging fleet on the New Haven line. The trains are currently undergoing testing, and are not in revenue service yet. These are the best photos I've found yet (and thanks Patrick for the videos) http://www.subchat.com/read.asp?Id=950531

http://www.lohud.com/article/20100712/NEWS02/7120362/2-firefighters--1-cop-promoted-in-White-Plains--2-other-cops-rehired Does this mean that there are now two open firefighter positions?

Were these positions already open before layoffs? If not, does that mean they are down two additional firefighters.

The first of a batch of Los Angeles CITY FD's KME Engines has arrived. LAFD was using Seagrave and Pierce exclusively for Engines, but went with KME this time around. These are the first KME's ever in LAFD's fleet, however Los Angeles COUNTY FD's fleet is comprised almost entirely of KME's/ http://www.emergencyrigs.net/viewphoto.asp?PhotoID=7241

http://www.lohud.com/article/20107120346

A department near me took delivery of a new 2010 Pierce Contender engine with HID headlights. This is the fire apparatus that I've seen equipped with this. Apparently, it improves nighttime visibilty greatly, but other drivers think that the high beams are on. Does anyone use these type of headlights on their apparatus?

Date: 07-05-10 Time: 1435hrs Location: Riverdale Ave X Morris St Units: YPD 3rd PCT, ESU; Empress; YFD E-303, L-74, R-1, B-1 Description: 2-car MVA with an SUV rolled over several times. Passenger ejected and pinned under vehicle. Bystanders uprighted SUV prior to arrival and freed victim. (2) to Jacobi by Empress Writer: x635

Nope. Apparently it's going to be a standard for the Pierce Contender unless spec'd differently. This is a no-frills engine, cost just over $300,000. More photos and info to follow on another thread.

http://www.lohud.com/article/20100630/NEWS03/6300360/Rockland-s-volunteer-firefighters-face--30-charge-after-county-drops-funding

My condolences.

My condolences

Wow. I am shocked to be reading this. Bruce taught at our Probie Class (05-03) and I remember him teaching us how to operate the aerial on Ladder 25. Great guy, thoughts prayers and condolences are with his Rob, his family friends and brothers at Rye FD. Bruce was active on this forum, as well as his brother Rob (capt36), so if you have memories or condolences to share with Rob please post....