Ashland firefighters update by laws
The Ashland Volunteer Firefighters presented their updated bylaws to the members of the Ashland Fire Protection District board at last week’s meeting...
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Fire district works on truck purchase
The Ashland Fire Protection District is working on the design and purchase of a new fire rescue truck. Fire Chief Shane Hall said he had met with a sales representative and described the...
Fire district concerned over proposed OSHA rules
The Ashland Fire District Board discussed proposed OSHA rules that seem likely to be enacted by the agency. The rules will include new medical and training requirements for firefighters, equipment and facility maintenance, and administrative work toward compliance with the rules. The board members and Ashland Fire Chief Shane Hall aired their concerns with the new rules and the burden they expect compliance to place on the district.
Chandlerville in need of a new firehouse
Sometime in early 1950’s, the old brick community building in Chandlerville became the water department office in the front and fire department in the back. Then once the new village hall was built, the fire department took over the whole building. And that has been home ever since.
Ashland firefighters discuss body armor
The Ashland Fire Protection District Board and Fire Chief Shane Hall continued the discussion from last month on obtaining body armor for firefighters. The district had gotten three quotes for possible purchases and discussed the various options offered as far as protection versus mobility.
Area fire departments receive grants
Cass-Morgan Farm Bureau (CMFB) would like to proudly recognize recipients of the 3rd annual Agriculture and Rural Fire Protection Grant.
CMFB Vice President Doug Coop said, “This grant was created to assist local fire departments and fire protection districts in what they deem essential for their crews to be better prepared for rural and farm emergencies.” After careful consideration by a committee of members, the following local fire departments were awarded:
Ashland Fire Board approves tax levy
The Ashland Fire Protection District approved the annual tax levy request from county property tax funds at last week’s meeting of the board. The District will be seeking $250,000 from the property tax funds.
Insurance, water matters for Ashland fire district
By Michael Kloppenburg The Ashland Fire Protection District met last Tuesday to continue the transition from the village. However, confusion over insurance of the firehouse… Login to continue reading Login…