Applebee's Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Elsmere Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary
Tickets on Sale at the Elsmere Fire Station 15 West Poplar Drive
from 6:00pm to 6:45pm on Tuesday January 31st & February 7th
2012 FISH FRY SCHEDULE AND MENU
Elsmere Fire Company Installs 2012 Officers
KEVIN M SHEA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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WELCOME TO THE ELSMERE FIRE COMPANY A, INC.
The Elsmere Fire Company "A" was formed in June of 1922 through the persistent efforts of a few residents of the hamlet of Elsmere in the Town of Bethlehem. These residents, interested in fire protection and the resulting decrease in insurance rates, formed a volunteer fire company.
On November 18, 1922, a special election was held by the Bethlehem Town Board. At this meeting, the citizens voted to create the Elsmere Fire Company and to fund it accordingly. On the first Friday of December in 1922, the members of the Elsmere Fire Company met, organized, adopted a constitution and elected its first officers. This anniversary is still celebrated each year by the current membership.
The Elsmere Fire Company has grown since that time. The active membership (firefighters) is currently and consistently remains at or about 80 members. The Company boasts a social membership which numbers well over 200. Social members provide non-emergency support to and participation in Fire Company activities.
The Elsmere Fire District/Elsmere Fire Company relationship is a joint and mutually cooperative effort toward a common goal: the protection of life and property. While the Fire District, as described below, is responsible for the administration of taxpayer funds for fire suppression and prevention programs, the Fire Company, a fraternal organization, is appointed by the Fire District to actually carry out these goals and operates largely through private voluntary donations from its residents.
The Fire Company membership includes Chief Officers, Fire Line Officers and Civil Officers. These officers function as managers within the organization to ensure the continued viability of the organization and the accomplishment of the goals promoted by the Fire District.
The District Officers ( Chief and two Assistant Chiefs) supervise fire suppression, training, and safety program activities. They are assisted by Fire Line Officers ( Captain and Lieutenants) working together within a structured system toward a common goal of fire protection and prevention.
The Civil Officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Quartermaster, and Directors) are responsible for the day-to-day operation and administration of the Fire Company.
The Elsmere Fire District was formed in 1928 in accordance with Town and County requirements. The Board of Fire Commissioners, consisting of five Fire Commissioners elected by the residents of the Fire District, is responsible for the administration and execution of a fire protection program. Please see the link to the Elsmere Fire District website for more information including budgeting, training, insurance, and future fire protection needs.
FEBRUARY FIREFIGHTER PROFILES
Firefighters James A. Trotta and Scott A. Turner (left to right)
This month's profiles feature firefighters James A. Trotta and Scott A. Turner. Jim and Scott are brothers. Firefighter James A. Trotta first joined the Elsmere Fire Company as an active member on February 11, 1975 and served until October 28, 1988, at which time he transferred to exempt membership. He returned to active service on July 31, 2003 and has remained an active member since that date. This gives Jim over 22 years of active service. Jim served as Director of the Elsmere Fire Company from April 1984. through October 1988 and again from January 1, 2005 until December 31, 2006. He served as Fire Company President from January 1, 2007 until December 31, 2011. Recently retired from the rank of seargent in the New York State Police, Jim serves as the Fire District Quartermaster and Secretary to the Chief of Department. In this capacity, he has responsibilty for maintaining computerized personnel, alarm, training and equipment inventory records for the Fire District.
Firefighter Scott A. Turner last joined the Elsmere Fire Company as an active member on September 25, 2003. Scott served as an active member for three years prior to 2003., giving him over 11 years of active service. He has been affiliated with the Elsmere Fire Company for over 29 years, having joined the Company as a social member on December 30, 1982. Scott is employed in the maintenance division of the Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation Department. He has served as the Fire District mechanic for many years, having responsibility for weekly fire apparatus inspections and equipment repairs.
Both members play a critical role in the operation of our organization. The Elsmere Fire Company and Elsmere Fire District are very fortunate to have these two members in our ranks.
Elsmere Fire Company A, Inc.
15 West Poplar Drive
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 439-9144
efcwebmaster@elsmerefire.org
