I'm sorry to say that the BABY TOWNER SHOWER will have to be postponed due to the hostess being SICK with this awful flu. Stay tuned for a new date in the near future OR after our sweet boy graces this earth with his presence! Please spread the word and once again, I'm so sorry!

Come one, come all as we host the BABY TOWNER SHOWER next Saturday, March 29th from 2-6 p.m. at Jason & Gayle's home on upper Main Street! There will be munchies and drinks. Acoustic musicians are invited to jam. Baby Towner is a BOY who is registered at Babies-R-Us. No RSVP necessary...just come spread the love and join us in welcoming this new, special addition to our Jimtown Family!

I added an on/off switch to 4251 (the Honeywell truck) that must be connected to start the truck. It also needs to be turned off when we put the truck back in the station. It is a knife switch located on the battery. When it in the off position we should leave the hood open so we don't forget to close it!

A link to an article about getting people out of newer cars:

http://www.firerescue1.com/extrication/articles/391872/

Yeah! Nice work on the Ball, Tara and all. What a fun and profitable event that was. Thanks to everyone that got involved.

Tara and I took more firemen's ball t-shirt/sticker orders. We're about at the $2,200 mark. Close to the July 4th profits!!

Laura, Close to $2,000 ($1,842 to be exact)and we're stilling taking orders for t-shirts and bumper stickers. Great job, Tara and many thanks to all who pulled the firemen's ball together.

Tara...how much money was raised for JVFD/EMS?

Volunteers Needed

I need the following volunteers to help out with the Fire Ball:
- people to commit to bringing appetizers/desserts
- people to commit to bringing wine

I'm hoping to raise a bit of money for the department at the Firemen's Ball. So far we have about $1500 in donations for the silent auction and raffle.

Please email me at tschoedinger@hotmail.com or call 303.544.1361 if you can volunteer. All proceed for this event support both Fire & EMS.

           Driving Safety Tips

This comes from FireRescue1.com


1. Leave the station in a safe manner
Mount the apparatus quickly, be seated and belted before the apparatus moves. We've all heard, "It takes too long to dress outside," or "They want to know why it took us so long to roll out …" How about actually getting to the rig a little quicker for starters? Recent test footage clearly indicates unbelted firefighters become projectiles themselves, endangering belted firefighters in the process. So the old, "It's my butt, not yours" cliché does not fly anymore!

2. Drivers: Wait for the bay doors to fully open
This item alone has fractured many fire department budgets and delayed or cancelled countless fire department responses. Drivers: you should be the calm one here, fully in control of your emotions. Make sure that door is fully up before you pull out the door as bar lights and bay door repairs are very costly! Garage door companies love us, ask any fire chief.

3. Drive defensively and professionally at reasonable speeds
You are being watched — have you checked out YouTube lately? We are constantly being observed nowadays. In this era of technology, everyone has some type of picture-taking device; mini-camcorders, cell phones, palm pilots … What's next? Pictures don't lie, do they ...?

4. Know where you are going
Blasting down the road not knowing where you are going is asinine. This should be determined before you leave the station — not after. How about a GPS device for the rig? They are relatively cheap, easily installed and easy to use. A local retailer may even be willing to donate one for a little publicity or a photo opportunity?

5. Always use all required warning devices on emergency runs
It's the law. If it is not a true emergency, respond as such. 911 tapes will definitively prove that first arriving units advised all others to disregard — why where you still responding emergency traffic when your mishap occurred? That's what the lawyer will ask you when you have been involved in a wreck after being told to disregard.

6. Don't exceed your department's maximum speed limit policy
Every seasoned veteran knows it really does not make that much difference in your arrival time. Know your policy and follow it. Significantly lower speeds as dictated by traffic, weather, darkness or a bad roadway.

7. Completely stop at all red lights and stop signs
There is no valid excuse for not doing this every time! There is no further discussion warranted here.

8. Don't drive recklessly or with due regard for other drivers
By doing so, you give the appearance of an idiot — because you are an idiot. Don't be that person!

9. Don't take any chances with negative right-of-way intersections
This is scary to think about, let alone doing it. Departmental SOPs/SOGs should address this. If not, your common sense should.

10. Don't intimidate or scare other drivers out of your way
Never attempt to plow traffic with your air-horns; refer back to number seven if needed. This type of driver projects an extremely unprofessional image, which gives the entire fire department a bad name. It is a fire officer's responsibility to deal with this behavior immediately when notified of such irresponsible and dangerous actions.

Hey gang,

the Engine Boss class that Rob, Cameron and I just took gave me some good info about truck inventory sheets and inspections. I will be working on those items in the next few days and we can discuss our next training if you like.

I did see a few things that we should all be aware of. One 4250 was parked and it was left in reverse. This can be dangerous for the next person who starts it. Also, the hubs for the 4x4 were locked. I am not so sure this is a good idea. I'd keep them unlocked until you need four wheel drive. Remember it's a FORD...

We also have some small brass keys that should not be removed from 4250's key chain for any reason. I will discuss that our next meeting.

4251 was totally dead. I threw a quick charge on it.

4220- EMS may have a left fron tire issue. It seems to be going flat. I will address that tomorrow.

4240- appears ok but will go through it tomorrow.

If anyone wants to get involved let me know.

Jim

I picked them up Friday, Jim. Thanks though and hope you're doing well.
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That "FlashoverTV" site is pretty cool. Check out this short video for a great "Holy Sh#%&*t moment! http://flashovertv.firerescue1.com/Clip.aspx?key=C2F456311B6ACEE4

ME, still need those shelters picked up? Let me know.

Jim

Is there anyone available who could pick up two fire shelters from the CSFS office this week? They're located east of Lyons on Highway 66 (5625 Ute Highway). I sure would appreciate it! The shelters were on backorder and purchased through the CSFS VFA grant. Please let me know.

Premiering at the JAM CRAFT FAIR, next Saturday, December 8th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in JIMtown Hall...CAMP JIMTOWN, THE BUMPER STICKER! Only $5 each with option to color your own! Not only must our mountain commUNITY vehicles and instrument cases proudly display one of these historical landmarks, they also make great gifts for friends and family near and far! Limited Supplies and all proceeds benefit our after-school program expenses. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!