Joined fire dept in 1968, took time out for the "Corps" 69-72 (viet nam 70-71). Still very active. Have been in dispatch 21 years. Recently completed New York State Fire Academy Certified Fire Investigator, level I. Currently President of the Association of Fire Districts New York State. Now doing battle with our State elected officials who are trying to do away with fire districts across the state and "consolidate". It just doesn't end. Stay safe my friends.