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New York Association of Fire Chiefs


June 2012
ASSOCIATION NEWS
Another successful year at the Turning Stone! Thanks to all of our attendees, exhibitors, and volunteers for your support of the NYSAFC 106th Annual Conference and FIRE 2012 Expo. Attendee event registration and hotel reservation forms for FIRE 2013 are already available on the NYSAFC website!

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Chief Richard A. Messina was sworn in as NYSAFC president during the 106th Annual Conference at the Turning Stone. Richard and his late father, Anthony, are the first father and son presidents in the history of NYSAFC. Pictured: Richard Messina and his wife, Geri, along with members of the honor guard that escorted them to the podium. Photo by Ron Dahulich

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Association presents honors for commitment and service at FIRE 2012.

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Proposal passes at 106th Annual Conference General Session.

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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS NEWS
NYSAFC is pleased to provide this summary of several successful efforts during the final weeks of the Legislative session in Albany.

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Names of all firefighters who died in the line of duty will be included on the New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

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CHIEFHAC'S CORNER: STATE & NATIONAL NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Includes an excellent video.

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Developing and implementing policies and rules that govern public safety behavior can greatly assist departments in meeting those objectives.

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If you keep in mind these simple tips, you won't go wrong.

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Thinking you know what will happen exposes you to flawed size up of fire situations and people.

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NFPA President Jim Shannon told attendees at annual convention that the Internet has helped boost, but also is affecting the organization.

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Number of on-duty fatalities dropped for third consecutive year in 2011.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES NEWS
$18,000 raised for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Pictured: NYSAFC Past President Al Varlaro, at left, with a fellow golfer. Photo by Jerry Clement, Hamlin F.D.

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After six months of participating in this health initiative, Gates firefighters have already benefited from positive results.

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PROGRAM & EVENT UPDATES
"Modern House Fires: Strategic and Tactical Considerations for Success" with Lieutenant Chris Flatley, FDNY and Training Officer Jerry Knapp, West Haverstraw F.D.

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Save the date for this weekend full of learning and networking – May 3-5, 2013, at the New York State Academy of Fire Science, co-sponsored by NYSAFC and OFPC.

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MEMBERSHIP & SERVICE UPDATES
Association launched new member drive during FIRE 2012 at the Turning Stone. Prizes were awarded to some lucky individuals that joined NYSAFC during the Annual Conference! Campaign to increase membership will continue throughout the year.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September 15-16, 2012 – Buffalo

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November 30 - December 1, 2012 – White Plains
April 12-13, 2013 – Rochester

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NYSAFC 107th Annual Conference – June 12-15, 2013 – Turning Stone Resort

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