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Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Beacon Engine Co, No. One Beacon, New York 12508

My Training:: New York State Association Of Fire Chaplains (Life Membership) Attended Chaplain Training courses at NYS Academy of Fire Science at Montour Falls, NY & at Hunting Station, NY
Presently serving as lay-chaplain for Beacon Engine Co. No One, Beacon , New York since 1994

About Me:: Member Of Beacon Engine Company Number One since 1966
Served as Dutchess County Legislator representing the City of Beacon & the town of Fishkill from 1982 to 2003.
Retired as DC deputy Commissioner of Election IN 2005

Why I Love Fire/EMS: Late son served as Police Officer. Present step-son now seving as Fire Marshal in NY City

Top Issues Facing Responders:: Stress - lack of time - economy - family obligations-

At 12:28am on February 2, 2009, Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp said…: John, welcome to the Nation. Glad you joined the group. Dont be shy just jump in anywhere and get your feet wet. Your involvement and participation is important to us all. There is lots to do, read and be involved with here. Takes some time to kinda find your way around but is well worth the effort. You will get out of this what you put into it. Have fun and be safe.

Bill Sharp
Southern Oregon Coast