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We opted for the "traditional" doors over the roll-ups for a few reasons. 1. They take up a fair amount of space at the top where they stow away. 2. From others we've talked to, they have a habit of coming back down when you don't want them to. 3. We took into consideration that we may want to mount things to the door, and that can't be done with roll-ups. There are two roll-ups though, simply because they made more sense where they are. You're right, it does look like a tanker (sort of), but in order to store all of the equipment and hoseloads we wanted to achieve, this is how it looks. There will be another storage compartment on the driver's side at the top, should be done very soon.

From what I recall, the guys from Engine 120 said that the dual racks on thier rig was a first, I just don't remember if it was a first in the area or a first for RD Murray / ALF.

Expected delivery date to us is June 19th. Added more photos today 6/9!

NM54, Where did you get that info? Is there a link I can go to? Thanks.

I just heard it is cancelled altogether, no parade Saturday either.

Congrats pal!!!! Perhaps you and I can get a joint wedding at a local FD??? NOT!!! I can't wait....x635's Honeymoon in Photos!!!

I can recall 3 times in 14 years that I've used them / seen them used. I actually have had to use a traction splint even less.

CONGRATS EVERYONE! 77 cops graduate from Police Academy; list of grads By RICHARD LIEBSON rliebson@lohud.com THE JOURNAL NEWS (Original publication: May 26, 2006) PURCHASE — Law enforcement agencies in the Lower Hudson Valley celebrated their profession and welcomed 77 new members to the fold this morning at graduation ceremonies for the 121st Westchester County Police Academy basic recruit class. "In my view, policing is more than a job or profession,'' Westchester County Police Commissioner Thomas Belfiore told the crowd of cops, family members and friends gathered at the SUNY Purchase College Performing Arts Center. "It is a craft... the learning never stops.'' The graduates, from 23 police departments and other agencies in the region, received basic training in all aspects of law enforcement and now return to their local headquarters. Read more about this story tomorrow in The Journal News. The graduates Here's a list of graduates from the Westchester County Police Academy's 121st basic recruit class Briarcliff Manor Police Department: William Bassett III Dobbs Ferry Police Department: Sean P. Armstrong, Michael Huffman Eastchester Police Department: Michael Mignone, Richard Natoli, Korynn M. Piliero Greenburgh Police Department: Mark Delia, Dina A. Desimone, Benjamin Fontanilles, Patrick Grady Harrison Police Department: Richard Abbate, William Curow, Paul A. Cuzzupoli, Melissa Favata, Carmine Gentile, Alexandra Gramigna, Joseph Parrello, Kevin Wong Larchmont Police Department: Giovanni A. Formaro Mamaroneck Village Police Department: Mark J. Ballantyne, David J. Ballone, Juan M. Gonzalez, Paul J. Massi, James P. O'Meara, Michael J. Valente Mount Pleasant Police Department: Frank Cavallaro Mount Vernon Police Department: Jason Dilegge, Cheryl Jarosz, Christopher Ridley New Rochelle Police Department: Adalberto Aguilar, Matthew J. Glass, Dennis Kiernan, Robert D. Labarbera North Castle Police Department: Joel Thomas, Raymond Thomas Ossining Town Police Department: Angel L. Garcia Jr., Richad T. Maccarone, Ossining Village Police Department: Jafeth Chavez Peekskill Police Department: Fabian Gonzalez, Christian Gutierrez Pelham Police Department:Ahmed Artola, Danny Green Port Chester Police Department: Arthur Dusenbury, Jose Nieves, Reinaldo Santamaria, Michael Spizzirri Scarsdale Police Department: Steven DelBene, Michael Mirabella Sleepy Hollow Police Department: Michael Gasko, James Warren SUNY Maritime Police: Andrew J. Ubaldi SUNY Old Westbury Police: Mark A. Martinez Westchester County Police Department: Darryl Benjamin II, William Cave, Paul Cusano, Christopher Finley, James G. Harrison Jr., James Murphy, Francis A. Pagliuca, Donald C. Palmer, Brian Powers, Shannon Reilly, Anthony Sica, Justin Szilva, Jennifer Vize White Plains Police Department: Vincenzo A. Battaglia, John F. Leon, Daniel M. McMahon, Kevin A. Olenchak, Domenico Ruggiero Yonkers Police Department: Stephen J. Arshanuse, Brett Bowman, Timothy J. Cooper, Steven Gonzalez, Michael Quatrocci, Billy Zielinski

I remember getting an e-mail a while back with this... But....I have yet to see it.

From what I understand, the Rescue will replace Engine 134.

I feel that everyone, young, old, experienced and inexperienced should be entitled to thier opinions. As an Officer I always felt that the feedback I got, whether I agreed or not, was always helpful in one way or another. We can't ignore an opinion because someone is young or inexperienced. Heck, sometimes it could be a good idea! I know that I shot my mouth of more then enough in my younger (and more so, in recent) years, but that's what makes people unique. If we didn't have opinions, and speak our minds, well, then we'd all be politicians at election time!!!! Speak on people, we can all learn something from one another.

Hey Cap, Will you still be working at the Training Center? Good luck with the retirement!

What about the word, "PRIDE?" Taking pride in what we do, how we do it, and how it is suppost to be done. Without the slightest bit of pride we don't have a prayer. If we go into our runs, our drills and everything else with no pride in what we do, then you can count on everything turning into $hit in only a few years.

If this was me, and I am being serious (not per usual) I would first laugh, then I would carry on in accordance to protocol acting as if there was no DNR, only because, as far as I know, our bodies are not considered a legal document. I would really like to hear an opinion from a lawyer on this one...

It's weeks like this when I wish I was a pimp......oh well.

Well said!

Someone mentioned SOGs that discuss responding "silently"....we have it. Our FD has two response modes which applies to both fire and EMS incidents. Code 1 - Emergency mode (Lights & Sirens) Code 2 - Non-Emergency mode (Nothing) For fire calls that aren't true emergencies, we go Code 2. For EMS, our policy is that our responses are at the discretion of the Crew Chief. I've personally responded to calls with nothing on. It's just a personal opinion, but I really don't think going to an intox where the PD is already on scene warrants me lighting it up. Here's something else to think about. Why do we hurry up and wait?! So many of us (I am guilty too) will go to an incident "Code 1" and we get there, do the vitals, etc., then transport to the ER with NOTHING ON! If it isn't desperate enough to drive several towns away to a hospital, then why do we feel it is important to hurry to the scene? Like ALS said, how many calls do we do that aren't true emergencies? A lot more then we realize. We, as much as people fail to embrace it, are a customer service profession. We live in a society that expects anything it asks for, even though it may not be something we want to do for them. But if someone asks for a silent approach, how hard is it to shut it all off as you get closer? Remember, our public makes choices for us, especially when it is a matter of money and our budgets. If we keep them happy, then perhaps when we need something they will appreciate what we've done for them.

I was talking about this with someone the other day. This individual said to me "at least it was only brush fires." WHAT?! Are you kidding? I always make statements like the ones below to people. What kills firefighters? Heart attacks. Firefighters are dying of heart attacks caused from stress on the heart, generally related to poor health and/or increased adrenaline levels. What if one of your brothers has a fatal heart attack at the scene of one of these dumb little brush fires you light? I bet it would be worth it, right? Give me a break. Apparatus accidents. We all know that vehicle accidents with apparatus is another leading cause of fatalities in the fire service. How would you feel if you light a little brush fire and one of your pals is driving the rig when, God forbid, someone slams into them and kills someone? Excitement enough for you? Please! This guy is lucky that nothing he did caused any injuries or deaths to his colleagues. @$$hole!

The Mack is for sale, and should be available in September 06.

8833 is our President and top responder Jack. Jack is a tremendous asset to our Corps. He is retired so he has the ability to respond during the day for us. Jack's an EMT-I and is now working as a CLI in the ongoing CFR and EMT classes at CCVAC. Thanks Jack, you're an inspiration to many. 8812

Covering the MTA / Metro-North Industrial yard has been the main reason for many of the things we do and the things we carry. All three of our Engines have a Class D on them. I've used it once at a call and once in training. Both times in the Harmon Yards. As for Class K, it is something that's been discussed but we have yet to purchase. If I am not mistaking, Montrose has them on thier rigs. I would like to get them on our Engines, perhaps this year......hint hint.

It is a 1983, we received it in 1984 that's why it is considered an 84. Manufacturing began in the fall of 83.

I guess it is becoming a reality, the Mack is leaving us soon....here's a link to it. Engine 119 For Sale I believe the Village wants to get at least $27,500 for it.

We went out to Clintonville on Tuesday and Wednesday this week to check on our new rig. It is coming along nicely. I have to tell you all that the staff at Seagrave has been nothing less than cooperative and helpful. Anything we brought to thier attention has already been or is going to be corrected / changed. The rig is quite impressive to see in person after seeing it only on paper for almost two years. I am more than confident that the new Engine 119 will be as dependable and useful as the current one, if not more. We are still looking to take delivery of it sometime in June. Lastly, thanks to Carl and the crew from Excelsior Fire Equipment, you have worked with us so well and have been so insightful during this process. Pictures are up at www.engine119croton.org from our recent trip. Here's one to give you "the basic idea." Some basic info about the rig... Seagrave all stainless steel construction 10 man cab (seats 8 with an storage compartment in place of 2 seats) 1500 gpm Waterous pump 750 gallon water tank 10 KW Harrison hydraulic generator 8 Total FRC floodlights Plus more.....

Been there, done that. I not only worked there but I volunteered there about 10 years ago. OVAC may get on scene to many calls in 6 minutes, but not every call. And if you think so, enlighten me on how coming from Phelps to, say, 321 N. Highland can be accomplished in 6 minutes. Not to mention how often a 2nd crew is needed due to the higher call volume and it can't be covered. Mutual Aid from Briarcliff and/or Croton (us) isn't getting anywhere in 6 minutes. Don't get me wrong, in no way am I an anti-OVAC guy. As a matter of fact I think OVAC has many of the best people around. But there is no system covering every call in 6 minutes.....especially those on the TSP and in New Castle.