Bish140

This is from my iPad using safari. 

In the past few days I have seen at least a dozen pictures (on multiple sites) of different depts. in the area driving around town with Santa in the hose bed or in the bucket of a tower ladder (in one case, he just missed hitting a traffic light).
Most depts do not allow members to ride in these locations because of the potential for death or serious injury. How can we ignore our own policies and allow this?
And if the answer is to please the children.........consider how happy they would be if you run over santa.
Can anyone justify this?

Looked a little funny at first.
http://www.odysseyauto.com/vehicles/pickups/response_pickup_w_spacekap.html

SteveOFD is right, too many people out there are pushing themselves as "radio techs" and giving out false information. Make sure yo speak with a reputable radio company if you need to become compliant.

I was just wondering how Fire Marshal duties are split up in NY State (not NYC, I know they run a totally different program where the FMs are all Peace Officers)
From the sounds of it you have county Fire Investigation Teams with State backup for K9s, etc. I almost never hear any Putnam/Westchester County units call for their local Fire Marshal at a structure fire, whereas in CT that's one of the first notifications we make when we have a working fire.
In CT the Local Fire Marshal has the authority to inspect, issue COs, investigate fires, etc. The State Fire Marshal's Office and CSP Fire Marshal Unit will come in to assist if requested, ATF as well if you really need the help. We don't have county (what we call regional) Fire Investigation Teams here, so I'm just wondering how you guys do things on that side of the line.
Just curious, depending on answers I'll have follow up questions, fair warning... haha.

Since the NYS Fire & Police pension system is fully funded (at 107%), is mandated in the state constitution and the state bills each FD or Municipality for each employee. And no career FD in NYS has its own pension system. Can you please identify which career FD you are refering to?
Is it possible that the fund may become underfunded? Yes, we have had 3 govenours try to raid it, one even withheld payments, but the courts ordered him to repay it with interest.
At the same time can you list who is regulating the LOSAP funds? and how they are being handled?

Bobby DelVecchio is probably one of the greatest guys I know. When first meeting Bobby as a volunteer at Harrison EMS, it was always impressive with his base of knowledge. You sometimes realize that some people just get it. Even as a young volunteer you knew that this kid just knew what he was doing. Having the privilege to watch Bobby grow over the years just made me realize what a special person he is.
His career, while shortened, was a varied career affecting many in the emergency services industry. Developing from a volunteer in Harrison EMS, Bobby became an Empress employee and one of the best dispatchers ever. While working at Empress (this chronological might not be perfect) Bobby went on to work at Sea Tow, TCD,volunteer at TMFD, LVAC, and finally work at the TM Highway Dept.
His caring and ability touched many of us. There remain many police cars, fire chief vehicles and EMS fly –cars that Bobby touched with his dedicated hands. I have the comfort of knowing he personally built 49-11 and 49-12, and never had to doubt the craftsmanship involved. He was the ultimate go to guy. With every industry he became involved with, he automatically became one of the most knowledgeable people in that field.
Not many of us have had as much radio experience as Bobby. His handles of TAC-1, Medic (whatever), Truck 202, “Central”, A-1, 430, E-51, Sea Tow 2, radio repair, or the many other radio names remained ingrained in our memories.
The privilege of knowing and working with Bobby will be forever ingrained in me. Even at a municipal job, not always known for the most productive workday, he stood alone. If something needed to be done, Bobby made sure the job was done well.
The privilege of working with Bobby over the years highlighted many memories and I cannot express the loss and sadness I now feel. However, the knowledge of his contribution to society and many aspects of the emergency services industry bring me great satisfaction of my relationship and experiences with Bobby over the years.
I cannot begin to express my sympathies to his family and friends. His legacy becomes one of knowledge and experience of working with one of the greatest persons I have ever known. We will always love and miss you Bobby, and never forget the myriad of favors you have done for all of us. I sincerely hope your son Milo has the chance to carry on the many great virtues your display.

Town of Mamaroneck FD
Saturday, October 15
1200 - 1500
205 Weaver St, Larchmont

Town of Mamaroneck FD
Saturday, October 15
1200 - 1500
205 Weaver St, Larchmont