Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District

AUXILIARY NOTES
Author :: Cheryl Vogal
Date :: Wed 11/30/2011 @ 03:51

The Auxiliary of Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Department invites you to become a member.
Our purpose is to support the Department and the firefighters in various ways. Examples include providing food and water when requested and delivering it to the location of the incident; providing childcare to Department members when needed; assist in planning and coordinating social events such as the community Christmas party and summer picnic. The Auxiliary meets every other month at 7:00 p.m. at Station 1.

If you are interested, please call Cheryl Vogel, President 588-3361 or Janice Johnson, Vice President 588-3470 for more information.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM 704
Author :: Justin Wickes
Date :: Wed 11/30/2011 @ 03:50

Happy Holidays to you and your family
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all the members for all their hard work over the last year. I think we have proven that we are a respected, professional fire department. Over the past year we have been asked to perform under some pretty stressful situations from fatal motor vehicle accidents, to structure and wildland fires. I have watched our members grow in their abilities and confidence. I myself have learned a lot about the members and of myself as an officer.
I know that the last year was very busy with calls and tons of trainings. I would like every member to remember that we can not continue to grow and improve if we do not continue to train.
Again thank you for all for you hard work and dedication to the department and the community.
Justin
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FORT LEWIS MESA FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
Author :: Dennis Portlance
Date :: Wed 11/30/2011 @ 03:48

On 11/13/11 an E-mail was sent out to all members on the upcoming Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighters Association (FLMFA) elections for the Board of Directors. This election will take place at the next scheduled Business Meet- ing on December 13, 2011.
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On 11/13/11 an E-mail was sent out to all members on the upcoming Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighters Association (FLMFA) elections for the Board of Directors. This election will take place at the next scheduled Business Meet- ing on December 13, 2011. Below is the text of that e-mail:

The 2 year terms of the following existing Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighters Association (FLMFA) Board of Directors comes to an end Dec 31, 2011:

President - Dennis Portlance Treasurer – Mary Ebner Member at large– Brian Armstrong
Vice President – Cassie Ramsey Secretary - Will Walsh

A position on the board is a minimal commitment from an individual (about 20 hours annually) for a significant return to both the firefighters and the community served.

Pursuant to the bylaws of the FLMFA, nominations for all positions are now being accepted for an election to be held Tuesday Dec 13, 2011 7 PM at Station 3 (prior to the business meeting). Send nominations to FLMFA_BOD@flmfire.com before Dec 2, 2011 so they can be published 10 days prior to the meeting. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor during the meeting, providing the nominee has given consent. Proxy voting is prohibited.

All members in good standing with the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District are eligible to sit on the Board of Directors. You may nominate yourself or someone else for the Board. If you nominate someone other than your- self, please be sure they are interested in becoming a Board member.

There is no limitation on the number of 2 year terms for a person to sit on the Board. Current Board members may be re-nominated.

The Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighters Association is a Colorado Non-Profit Corporation. According to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws: The mission of Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighters Association is to serve the citizens of the Fort Lew- is Mesa Fire Protection District by providing support to the mission and vision of Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District for the community; to promote the volunteer status of said department; to provide funds, goodwill and services to individuals, groups and organizations in need of assistance within that community; to increase community involvement; and to promote relations between the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District and the community it serves.

Thank you for your support, Dennis Portlance President, FLMFA

CHIEF’S CORNER
Author :: Steve Ebner
Date :: Wed 11/30/2011 @ 03:45

With the holiday season upon us, I have decided to forego the normal training and meeting schedule to allow for more time to be spent with families and friends in preparation for the holiday season.
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With the holiday season upon us, I have decided to forego the normal training and meeting schedule to allow for more time to be spent with families and friends in preparation for the holiday season. With that in mind, there will be only one training event and one meeting scheduled for the month. Please try to find time in your schedule to attend both of these events as they will both cover important information.
The only training that will be scheduled for this month will be on Saturday December 3at 12:00. We will meet at Station 3 for a quick briefing and then will move to the Hesperus Ski area for chair lift rescues. This should be quite educational and fun; please try to attend. We plan to be done by 3:00.
The Department Business Meeting will be on Tuesday December 13 at 1900 at Station 3. Firefighter of the Year nominations will be presented and voted on. The office line- up for 2012 will also be announced. A short Officers Meeting will follow the Business Meeting. Current officers should plan to attend.
To help celebrate the upcoming holiday season within our community, the firefighters along with the auxiliary will
sponsor the 3rd annual Christmas For Kids event on Saturday December 17 from 2:00 till 4:00 at Station 3. Your help with this event would be greatly appreciated, and all kids are welcome even if we are considered adults. Please help spread the word throughout the community and look for further details to come.
Mark your calendar for Saturday evening January 21 for our annual banquet. Times and location will be announced as soon as plans are confirmed. Please contact me if you are interested in helping out with this event. I would welcome the help and fresh ideas.
I would like to finish up by reminding everyone that we are living in some real tough times. With the Christmas season upon us remember to take time to be aware of each other. Always remember that we are a family within our organization and are here to help each other any way we can.
I want to thank you for another successful year and wish everyone good health and a happy holiday season.
Steve

Emergency Vehicle Operators Class
Author :: Steve Ebner
Date :: Tue 08/09/2011 @ 11:46

NOTICE: The Emergency Vehicle Operators Class is for those who have not had the class yet. This will be the only offering this year. (2011) You must attend all three dates for successful completion.
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