Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Secretary / Treasurer

Years in Fire/EMS:

10

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Cotile VFD

Years With Department/Agency

10

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.cotilevfd.com

My Training:

First Responder/CPR/AED; in house and LSU FETI training in various preFFI, HazMat and Rescue categories, Pump Operator, some Arson investigation training. In addition to fire/rescue/ems training, also perform all the VFD's administrative duties, including records, finances, grants and correspondence.

About Me:

I was born in northern Pa. but moved to La. when 13 years old, so southern is my way of life although not always my mentality. Graduated HS in 1974 then attended LSU for two years. Worked offshore for Halliburton for 13 yrs., then traveled country hot air ballooning for another 10.

Day Job:

Part time VFD secretary

Relationship Status:

Widowed

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To help the local VFD assist and protect the commnity.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Provides an opportunity to help people when things seem at their worst

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Recruitment and retention of volunteers, funding and getting the old school ways modified to incorporate the new technologies