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Episode 64 Obedience to Ashes, Part 1 It started with friendship. With a promise of belonging. With a charismatic—yet deeply flawed—leader. But beneath the surface of this group of misfit boys, something much darker was brewing. In Part 1 of this series, we examine how Kevin Foster recruited the teens who would become his self-proclaimed militia: the Lords of Chaos. We explore how this band of rebels ended up on the wrong side of the razor-thin wire separating camaraderie from cult. A warped ideology, a hierarchy built on fear, and a toxic need for power would drag them all toward tragedy. From theft to arson—and eventually murder—this group of boys became victims of manipulation, groupthink, and radicalization. On Crime to Burn, we explore how it happened—and why it matters. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Herbert (Herb) Roberson, Retired Lieutenant of Asheville City Fire Department, Upper Hominy Fire Department, Enka-Candler Fire and Rescue Squad, and Buncombe County Rescue Squad. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and his fire department and rescue squad brothers and sisters. His service and dedication will not be forgotten. Background music by Not Notoriously Coordinated  Get your Crime to Burn Merch! https://crimetoburn.myspreadshop.com Please follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube for the latest news on this case. You can email us at crimetoburn@gmail.com We welcome any constructive feedback and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating and review.  If you need a way to keep your canine contained, you can also support the show by purchasing a Pawious wireless dog fence using our affiliate link and use the code "crimetoburn" at checkout to receive 10% off. Pawious, because our dog Winston needed a radius, not a rap sheet.  Source List: My primary source for this episode was the Book Someone Has to Die Tonight by Jim Greenhill. You can find it on amazon here: https://a.co/d/hwh75F1 Greenhill, Jim. Someone Has To Die Tonight. Pinnacle Books (Kensington Publishing Corp.), 2006. 448 pages. Morrison, Keith. NBC News. “Young Lords of Chaos.”

Send us a textStephanie Niemiec was raised in Fairfield, NJ. Stephanie graduated from West Essex High School and earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and Thomas Edison State University. Her personal journey has been shaped by significant loss, having experienced the deaths of several close family members from a young age. These experiences have profoundly influenced her commitment to emergency medicine and her resilience in the face of trauma.Stephanie is a dedicated Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Paramedic and clinical educator with over 25 years of experience in prehospital medicine. She beganher career in 1996 as an EMT with Cedar Grove Ambulance & Rescue Squad and advanced her training at Union County College's paramedic program in 1999. By 2000, Her passion for teaching emerged in 2003 when she became a paramedic instructor at Union County College. She later advanced to Clinical Coordinator for Bergen Community College's Paramedic Science Program.Stephanie is the proud mother of a 20-year-old autistic daughter, a thriving college music major who aspires to play clarinet in a traveling orchestra and teach music to special needs students. Stephanie is also the former spouse of a police officer, with whom she maintains a strong friendship. She openly reflects on the challenges faced by families of public servants, emphasizing the need for greater professional and community support. She believes the lack of professional and religious support are the reasons that contributed to the destruction of their marriageStephanie's career has been marked by her ability to navigate the aftermath of tragedy, both personally and professionally. Since the age of 15, she has endured the loss of close relatives and, throughout her 25 years in the field, has responded to countless critical incidents-including deaths, shootings, stabbings, hangings, drownings, motor vehicle collisions, domestic violence, and child abuse. These experiences have reinforced her dedication to compassionate care and her commitment to preparing the next generation of paramedicsFind Stephanie NiemiecInstagram Facebook LinkedIn Find The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramTom Flynn InstagramApple PodcastSpotifyYouTubeThe Suffering Podcast FamilySherri AllsupKetaReviveSupport the showThe Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network, engaging in insightful conversations with senior leaders across the tactical population."The Readiness Brief" aims to foster a deeper understanding of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) while spotlighting successes and valuable insights from organizations committed to preparedness.Part 1 features O2X Program Manager w/ D.C. Fire & EMS Joshua Davies & D.C. Fire's Union President David Hoagland (IAFF Local 36).Dave Hoagland is a 17 year veteran of the District of Columbia Fire Department and currently holds the rank of Captain. He was hired in 2007 and appointed to 7 Engine. After his probationary period he transferred to 30 Engine where he eventually became a Technician. As a Sergeant he was assigned to the Special Operations Division, beginning with the Hazardous Materials Unit and then Rescue Squad 3. He then served as a Lieutenant at 9 Engine for 3.5 years until his Promotion to Captain in the fall of 2022. Shortly after his promotion he was elected President of the DC Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 36). He assumed that role in January of 2023 and is currently in his second term as Local 36 President where advocates for the almost 2000 uniformed firefighters of the DCFD and manages an Executive Board of 6 like-minded individuals who are mission driven to protect the health, safety, and working conditions of DC Firefighters. Local 36 maintains a proactive mindset, focusing on strategies to prepare themselves not just for the fight right now, but the fight in the future.Joshua Davies is an O2X On-Site Human Performance Specialist and Program Manager specializing in Strength and Conditioning with the D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services (DCFEMS). With a wealth of experience in professional sports, Joshua brings his expertise to this role, enhancing the physical performance of first responders. His most recent position was as a Performance Coach for Future, where he worked for a year and a half, focusing on optimizing the athletic abilities of individuals. Prior to that, Joshua spent two significant tenures with the Scarlets, a prominent professional rugby club in Wales, where he served as a strength and conditioning coach. Joshua's career has also taken him beyond the rugby field, most notably as the head of performance for the Chinese Olympic Committee. In this role, he was instrumental in crafting the training program for the Chinese wrestling team in preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, further showcasing his versatility in the sports performance domain. Additionally, Joshua spent three years in Australia, where he contributed significantly to a leading training facility, honing his skills and knowledge of sports performance in a different cultural and competitive context. Joshua holds a master's degree in Strength and Conditioning, and his deep-rooted passion for sports and fitness is the driving force behind his work.Building Homes for Heroes:https://www.buildinghomesforheroes.org/Download the O2X Tactical Performance App:app.o2x.comLet us know what you think:Website - http://o2x.comIG - https://instagram.com/o2xhumanperformance?igshid=1kicimx55xt4f 

Thousands of people cross Pheasants Nest Bridge on the Hume Highway every day, probably unaware of its haunting past. Beneath this towering structure lies a history shrouded in tragedy—suicide, dismembered remains, mysterious deaths, and dozens of unanswered questions. In 1989, the bridge became the site of a chilling case: the untimely deaths of two 15-year-old boys, Matthew Kelly and Jaymie Egner, who were discovered inside one of the bridge's 33m high pylons. Forensic Investigator Esther McKay was brought in to examine the scene—a task that would forever change her life. If you or anyone you know needs help: Lifeline (Crisis support and suicide prevention) 13 11 14 1800 Respect (National sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line) 1800 737 732 Full Stop Australia (National violence and abuse trauma counselling and recovery Service) 1800 385 578 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Jacob, Alyssa & Scott welcome Jonathan Concepcion from Galactic Slice to talk about gaming on phones and tablets. Before that they discuss the week's news from the video game industry and the games they've been playing. E-WIN Best Heavy Duty Gaming Chair Yetee T-Shirts - Mega Man Collection On This Episode (32:29) News (1:01:37) New Games (1:04:26) Back Then (PS5) (1:08:45) Neo Harbor Rescue Squad (PS5) (1:16:34) “From the Outside In” Topic: Mobile Gaming Grab the episode now on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don't forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.

If there is a fire in Radiator Springs, Rescue Squad Mater is on the job! One day his best friend Lightning McQueen gets trapped in a burning building, and it is up to Mater to save him.

M&M is trying to save you from running out of candy during Halloween. They have M&M Rescue squad:

Eric Budd is a long-time student of the fire service who has a great passion for training and being the best at his craft. Eric is one of the most humble, into the job dudes I've run across. Give him a listen!

This episode, we are joined by Stick It in My Socket of Nittany Valley. We talk travel hashing, skincare routines, and the joys of getting paid to take a dump.Follow us on Facebook and vote on your favorite name!https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091468766616Send us an email at halfmindspodcast@gmail.com(Very late notice) OHIH: https://hashrego.com/events/rch3-oh-ohio-interhash-2024-2024PA Interhash (18-OCT)--sold out, but get on the waitlist!https://hashrego.com/events/pa-interhash-2024

Our first Outside the Box review has arrived! Joining me for this segment will be the Honorary Slug, Desert Spiral, or Tobias, and we'll be looking at the This is Some Rescue! Squad Pack!  ———————— Check out our new patron tiers! https://www.patreon.com/spaceslugs/membership ———————— All of the places you can check out and support our content here at The Space Slugs is in one handy place: https://linktr.ee/thespaceslugs ———————— Join WinterAu's Shatterpoint Australia Discord to keep up with all-things Shatterpoint in Australia (including all of the events listed in this episode) - https://discord.gg/C8KUmuJETe ———————— Other Content Creators Mentioned:  Hello There - A Star Wars: Shatterpoint Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c8iMHrSmjMPE5oNarAnVO?si=719f43c062d94478 Momentous Struggle: https://open.spotify.com/show/316KGuYJxvkB5V9ZwDgBEE?si=336b13f06f1c4550 Red Mandos: Yet Another Star Wars Shatterpoint Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eLFDxJbpWU0hofv3A1k39?si=GewiRrBPSIyRswgaXqkqOw Zions Finest: https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/3099910/zions-finest-podcast-and-slack ———————— Fancy participating in the next Shatterpoint league? Join the discord to find out all you need to know! Here's the link: https://discord.gg/47fmJeuChv ———————— All the music used on the Space Slugs has been beautifully composed by the insanely talented Gabriel Fischer. You can find and follow his projects here: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gabrielfischer.wav/⁠ Please show him your support! 

Among the major changes made by the Northfield Fire and Rescue Service over the past two years is the decision to not renew their ambulance license and move in a different direction.   Northfield Area Fire Chief Tom Nelson said there were many reasons the decision was made, not the least of which was that they […]

In our 40th episode of That Westfield Podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Chief Trey Ellis and Deputy Chief Jessica Romero from the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. They shared insights into the squad's invaluable work, saving lives and providing community support—entirely on a voluntary basis. Our conversation highlighted the immense need for donations to help refurbish their building and improve essential facilities such as family rooms, showers, and bunk rooms. The episode also touched on the challenges of maintaining volunteer numbers and the importance of community events, like open houses and fundraisers, to strengthen ties with local residents. In support of the Westfield VRS and our community, we have started a fundraiser to help raise money for some of these renovations! Sponsored by Cherry Home Designs, Casa Construction, Dwell New Jersey, AV Luxury Design, Wild Edge Designs and That Westfield Podcast, we encourage everyone to support these heroes by contributing to our fundraising efforts to ensure they can continue providing these critical services. Don't forget to follow their journey on social media and consider participating in future events they organize.To Donate: ⁠Give To The Squad ⁠To learn more about our sponsors:⁠Cherry Home Designs⁠⁠Casa Construction and Development ⁠⁠Dwell New Jersey⁠⁠That Westfield Podcast⁠AV Luxury DesignWild Edge DesignsFollow on IG:⁠@cherryhomedesigns⁠⁠@casaconstruction_development⁠⁠@dwellnewjersey⁠⁠@thatwestfieldpodcast ⁠@avluxurydesign@wildedgedesignsWant to promote your business on That Westfield Podcast? Email ThatWestfieldPodcast@gmail.com

In South Troy, the Little Italy Neighborhood invited the neighbors for a Free BBQ sponsored by the Toy Police Department. Giving the public a chance to meet with the Rescue Squad and Quality of Life team. Hudson Mohawk Magazines' Andrea Cunliffe brings you a taste of this Spring Fling.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea reports from the state capital to talk with two advocacy coalitions making last minute pushes for the issues of Compassion and Choices and the NY for All Act. Then, Andrea Cunliffe heads to Troy's Little Italy to understand the work of the Rescue Squad and Quality of Life team at the spring fling. Later on, Brea Barthel heads to the Troy Public Library to bring us kids books picks for June. After that, Brad Monkell talks with comedian Drew Moore. Finally, Thom Francis spotlights poet EL, a community leader, performance artist, and hosts the Cafe Euphoria Poetry Slam and Open Mic.

22 years of volunteer and career experience. A recently promoted technician on Rescue Squad 3 for the DCFD. As Eric began his career deep down he always wanted to go and work for a metropolitan size department. In 2014 he took a leap of faith and applied for a lateral transfer and was accepted thus living the dream. Eric started out on the Engine but the ultimate goal was to be assigned to one of the 3 Squads in DC. There's no secret that if you have a goal in mind and want to achieve it the work has to be put in point blank and Eric Budd is a true example of this.IG: huntinfishinfireman

Our conversation(s) today for Tourism Tuesday - Shenandoah County edition - with Kary Haun also included several other guests as we tagged along on a Shenandoah County Tour of the new Shenandoah County Parks & Rec facility and Woodstock Gardens. The first stop was the Shenandoah County Parks and Recreation's new facility. The director, Jered Hoover, detailed the process of acquiring the facility that Valley Health previously leased. He discussed how the facility grew from occupying temporary spaces like the Moose Lodge and Rescue Squad banquet hall for programming to securing comfortable accommodations with leftover COVID funding. Also, he discussed achieving a notable membership base within a month of opening the facility. Learn more about their programs, fitness memberships, and events on their website: https://shenandoahcountyva.us/parks/  The second stop was Woodstock Gardens, a commercial garden center & cafe. It had an interesting background story as the host and the guests learned how the founders originally planned to supply to other garden centers before shifting their operation and invited the Woodstock Cafe to co-share their space. In the face of economy downturn and other challenges, the garden center thrived, attracting new owners and customers. Learn more about Woodstock Gardens on their website: https://www.woodstock-gardens.com/  Shenandoah County Tours feature a behind-the-scenes experience at a local hospitality business, town or attraction, and include lunch. Tours are open to business owners, employees, residents, and visitors of Shenandoah County. Tours are held monthly, typically from 10am-1pm. To pre-register contact bblack@shenandoahcountyva.us no later than one week prior to each tour. Registration fees do vary and are non-refundable. Click here to learn more and find the full list of 2024 scheduled tours. Find upcoming events on their website: https://visitshenandoahcounty.com/events/ 

“Primary emergency services Primary emergency services are emergency services that provide basic emergency assistance and care. They can be summoned directly by the public. There are three primary emergency services and they are listed in the following order. Police and law enforcement agencies – These agencies provide law enforcement, crime suppression and prevention, criminal investigation, and maintenance of public order. There are a variety of similar law enforcement agencies, such as gendarmerie, but police are the most common. In the United States there are State Police and Highway Patrol Agencies, County Sheriff and Local Police Departments and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies along with other law enforcement agencies. Fire departments (or Fire Rescue Departments, Fire Protection Districts, etc.) – These agencies provide fire suppression and protection, fire prevention, special operations and technical rescue response services, emergency medical response services and hazardous materials mitigation. Emergency Medical Services agencies or First Aid and Rescue Squad agencies – These agencies provide emergency medicine, patient transport, and technical rescue services. In some jurisdictions, specialized emergency services may be allowed to use emergency lights on their vehicles, often yellow or amber lights unless they are already part of a primary emergency service, in which case they typically use the emergency lighting configuration used by their respective emergency service. Animal control service – Animal assistance, ensuring public safety around animals Bomb squad – Bomb disposal, hazardous material disposal, weapons and munitions disposal Border guard – Border control, border security, border protection Bylaw enforcement – Enforcement of local ordinance Civil defense – Disaster protection, wartime civilian protection, rescue aid Coast guard – Maritime law enforcement and rescue within national waters Conservation officer – Wildlife protection, wildlife law enforcement, hunting and fishing enforcement Coroner – Death confirmation, cause of death identification Medical examiner – Death investigation Emergency management – Incident management, coordination in major emergencies Firefighter – Rescue, fire suppression and prevention Humanitarian aid – Basic aid and care for people in need Incident response team – Specialized incident response Lifeguards – Medical aid and rescue at pools, beaches, shorelines, dive spots Military forces – National defense, internal security, emergency assistance (in certain situations and jurisdictions) National Guard – Internal security Paramedics – Medical aid, assistance and rescue of injured people Park rangers – Law enforcement in parks and nature reserves Poison control center – Advice on poison exposure Police officer – Law enforcement, crime suppression, protection of the general public Police tactical unit – Hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, dangerous situation resolution, combat Prison officer – Law enforcement and first response within correctional facilities Public utilities – Safeguarding and maintaining utilities and infrastructure Public works – Assessing, cleaning, and repairing infrastructure Roadside assistance – Aiding motorists in need of assistance, conducting vehicle maintenance and repairs Search and rescue – Rescue of missing, trapped, or at-risk victims Avalanche rescue - Rescue of victims in avalanches Cave rescue – Rescue of victims in caves and underground areas Mountain rescue – Rescue of victims on mountains or in wilderness areas Urban search and rescue Rescue of victims in an urban area Security forces – Internal security Security guards – Asset protection, property protection, private enforcement Ski patrol – Medical aid and rescue at ski resorts and mountain resorts Tow truck – Moving disabled, impounded, or illegally-parked vehicles Wildland firefighting – Wildfire suppression.” I protect myself from https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_beat scandals too. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/support

Top headlines for Sept. 12, 2023:No action taken after hours-long Charleston Co. School Board meetingCharleston leaders to announce keynote speakers for MLK business summitFive people named as candidates to lead Charleston Police DepartmentFundraiser to help hit-and-run victim at Avondale Wine and CheeseUSC honors three alumni who began the future of diversity at university, celebrates 60 years of desegregationCharleston Co. Rescue Squad training sessions open to new recruits

Back together in Brisbane today filming videos for the Rescue Squad and talk about the week that. Excited tomorrow to be spending the afternoon with the families of our lawyers McCullough Robertson learning together skills that save lives and today we added a classic Pink Floyd track to our Rescue Squad playlist.

You Can Do It is the rules this week as we celebrate our Rescue Squad member Niko and how he has raised over $1600 for Live Learn Survive charity with his 42 miles of walking in May. Maxi talks about his hectic 24 hours at the Fire Station and we talk about the fact that this week it is the Winter Solstice here in Australia but the Summer Solstice in the northern hemisphere.

NEW QUEST 2 GAME: Hello Neighbor VR Search and Rescue is out TODAY!!! We sat down with the Devs to learn more!!GET 25% OFF THE QUEST 2 GAME HERE: https://www.oculus.com/appreferrals/TheNatBratt/4548214431946302/?utm_source=3Hello Neighbor: Search and Rescue launches on 5/25. Save your friend and don't get caught! Evan Lampi (Creative Director) and Chase Hernandez (Executive Producer) join the Full Dive Gaming podcast to share development insights about the game! Are you brave enough to take on Mr. Peterson's ramshackle labyrinth? There's only one way to find out. https://www.helloneighborvr.com/0:00 VR Podcast Intro0:37 Who is Steel Wool Studios?1:44 How does Hello Neighbor WORK IN VR??4:14 Those Puzzles Though!4:42 What is HELLO NEIGHBOR??5:29 Do People NEED TO KNOW the Hello Neighbor Franchise?7:38 Launched on Quest, PC AND PSVR 2??12:16 Did PSVR 2 use Headset Haptics?13:11 Can ALL AGES Play Hello Neighbor VR?14:25 JUMPSCARES!!!15:22 VR Mechanics VS. Flat Mechanics18:52 Tutorializing??? 22:45 Gaming Literacy23:21 $30 for HOW MANY HOURS??25:23 AI in Hello Neighbor Still In VR?29:52 The World FEELS TENSE for a Reason32:06 Pre Release BUGS & GLITCHES Due to PHYSICS?38:09 What Else is Coming??38:56 VR Podcast OUTROOCULUS QUEST 2 STORE DESCRIPTION:Hello Neighbor: Search and RescueEveryone 10+Fantasy Violence14 RatingsHello Neighbor: Search and Rescue is a groundbreaking VR horror-puzzle game where you sneak into your creepy neighbor's house to save your friend.- Multiple playable characters: Switch between characters to outsmart the Neighbor. Each unique character has their own key items and skills. Switch between the perspectives of the Rescue Squad team members at will, solving puzzles and avoiding the Neighbor as you attempt to reach the creepy basement!- Environmental puzzles require creative solutions: You will have to increasingly use your wits to find alternate solutions to a dynamic range of puzzles and challenging environmental obstacles. Many puzzles that may seem unsolvable at first glance require you to use the perspectives of multiple characters in conjunction to overcome them.- Non-linear exploration: Use your own approach to infiltrate Mr. Peterson's house by alternating perspectives, combining character's skills to dynamically solve puzzles, uncover hidden mysteries, and reveal new pathways through your environment.- Confront your fears: Experience surreal and haunting revelations as the Rescue Squad learns more about the secrets of the Hello Neighbor universe!This week's podcast was made in partnership with Asterion Products. Get 5% off the Aura headset or any other order $19.99 or more with the code FULLDIVE at https://www.asterionproducts.com Welcome to the Full Dive Gaming podcast, bringing a weekly dive of all the news, discussion, and insights you need for VR gaming! Each week, we release NEW EPISODES on all Your Favorite major platforms: Spotify, Apple, Google... etc. SUPPORT US: -https://www.patreon.com/fulldivegamingJoin The Discord Server: -https://discord.gg/VWGcT3GLISTEN TO FULL EPISODES:-SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BhFGZWRhobzEVsQ9csjhA?si=O_Zo3xtuS7eFJz5jNzbwdw-APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/full-dive-gaming-podcast/id1513469932-GOOGLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vZnVsbGRpdmVnYW1pbmc%3D-OVERCAST:https://overcast.fm/itunes1513469932/full-dive-gaming-podcast-TUNEIN: http://tun.in/pjRQF-PODCHASER:...

So the #42challenge training is going well, this week Maxi ran his first 25km and Leigh is clocking up the kilometres in the pool as we edge towards $1500 in donations. This week we also caught up with our Rescue Squad all around the world and finally today Bondi Rescue is back on TV and so are the crowds

Matt U'Brien's story is powerful.During his 17-year policing career (mostly within the Police Rescue Squad), he's done literally hundreds of rescues and saved countless lives whilst risking his own.What's unique about Matt, is that during this time he also found himself in the critical position of needing to be rescued himself.For this, and many more reasons, I've asked him to join me for a special double episode to share his experiences from both sides of the rescue coin.We talk about what led him to join Police Rescue, his love of the bush and canyoning, and some of his insights from years of helping out people like you and me, who just love being in nature. Oh, and if you're squeamish about your family jewels, you might want to stop listening between 19:30-21:00.Today, he's on a different journey, one that comes as a consequence of his years spent serving the community, often being alongside people on the worst day of their lives. This year will see him travel 2,400 km from the Lambert centre of Australia (Heart of Country), to Parliament House in Canberra (Heart of Nation), with a critical message for our Country's leaders.You can connect with Matt and his podcast at https://linktr.ee/h2hwalkAnd the Heart 2 Heart Walk at https://www.heart2heartwalk.org/Check out the current work of the Blue Mountains Police Rescue Squad at https://www.facebook.com/BlueMtnsPoliceRescueTo learn more about what to take on a hike and loads of helpful tips and tricks, visit my website: lotsafreshair.com where you can also download free packing lists for day and overnight hikes.Or head over to my YouTube channel for over 100 videos on how-to's and where-to's.—------------The content in this episode may be confronting and difficult for some listeners; it includes issues of PTSD, depression, anxiety, suicide and trauma. Remember, if you need help to reach out by Googling ‘Mental Health Helpline' in your area.In Australia, you can call Lifeline 24/7 on 13 11 14 or visit BeyondBlue.org.au.Further urgent help and information for first responders can be found at Phoenix Australia.—------------Sponsor // Paddy PallinRescued Podcast main photo // Ben Cirulis and fotografija.com.auNature SFX // freesound.org [Kangaroo Vindaloo and Monkey Pants]

The Lakeside Volunteer Rescue Squad will host a community car seat check event  April 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The rescue squad is located at 2007 Timberlake Avenue. Certified child passenger safety technicians will be present to provide child safety seat checks, ensuring that parents and caregivers have the knowledge and skills necessary to properly install their child's safety seat. Four out of five car seats are installed incorrectly, according to safety data. The event is open to the public, and attendees must bring a car seat with them. The process typically takes about 30 minutes. In addition...Article LinkSupport the show

55-year-old, Henderson County Rescue Squad Captain & National Cave Rescue Commission Deputy Sub Regional Coordinator for the Eastern Region, Kimberly Lughart is an Instructor for Wilderness EMS & EMT at Blue Ridge Comm College. The 15-year veteran expert Caver is active within her community, teaching Cave Rescue Awareness for the Rescue Squad & leading field trips for youth. She holds technical S&R certifications in Mountain, Confined Space, Swiftwater/Surface Water, Trench, Ice, Tower & Hazmat.Outdoors People is broadcast live Wednesdays at 6PM ET.Outdoors People TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Outdoors People Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Outdoors People Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

GETTIN' SALTY EXPERIENCE PODCAST Ep.126 Our special guest is 34 year veteran D.C.F.D Lieutenant Greg Turnell. He graduated from the Academy May 23, 1986 and worked in Eng23, Eng33 and Rescue 1 until he was Promoted to Sergeant in 1992. He worked in T-5, T-8 and Eng33 until his promotion to Lt in 1995. He worked in Eng6, T-13, T-11 until 2013. He transferred to Rescue 3 in Oct 2013 and finished up his career there until he retired in 2020. You don't want to miss this one. You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #GOAT #lovethisjob #givebackmorethanyoutake The Turk Rescue Cart allows for one rescuer to transport the RIT basket from apparatus to emergency scenehttp://turkrescue.com/Durable Firehouse Flooring Productshttps://armortufftile.com/

Fire Fighters was a syndicated series produced by Cincinnati's William F. Holland Productions, Inc. in 1948. It was aired in various markets from coast-to-coast, including Portland, OR, Omaha, NE, and Washington, D.C., into the early 1950s. It followed the adventures of rookie firefighter Tim Collins and fire chief Bob Cody. Written by Frank Jones, Fire Fighters starred Cameron Prud'Homme and Lyle Sudrow. The program was lauded by local fire departments across the country for promoting fire safety and publicizing modern firefighting techniques. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today's politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

On a special pod blast episode of Pop Goes The Classics, Andy Atherton rides solo to do a live watch of the Pixar Short, “Rescue Squad Mater” from 2008.   To watch along on Stream Lounge, click this link: https://www.streamlounge.io/watch/444fc450-c519-4f0e-a751-20ad3c3f0fea

Fire Fighters was a syndicated series produced by Cincinnati's William F. Holland Productions, Inc. in 1948. It was aired in various markets from coast-to-coast, including Portland, OR, Omaha, NE, and Washington, D.C., into the early 1950s. It followed the adventures of rookie firefighter Tim Collins and fire chief Bob Cody. Written by Frank Jones, Fire Fighters starred Cameron Prud'Homme and Lyle Sudrow. The program was lauded by local fire departments across the country for promoting fire safety and publicizing modern firefighting techniques. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today's politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

Fire Fighters was a syndicated series produced by Cincinnati's William F. Holland Productions, Inc. in 1948. It was aired in various markets from coast-to-coast, including Portland, OR, Omaha, NE, and Washington, D.C., into the early 1950s. It followed the adventures of rookie firefighter Tim Collins and fire chief Bob Cody. Written by Frank Jones, Fire Fighters starred Cameron Prud'Homme and Lyle Sudrow. The program was lauded by local fire departments across the country for promoting fire safety and publicizing modern firefighting techniques. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today's politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

The Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squad will host a community open house Feb. 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the station at 1101 Horsepen Road.  All ages are welcome. The public is invited to join squad members for tours of the station and ambulances, free CPR and first aid classes, free blood pressure checks and other vital tests, and an opportunity to meet the team.  The squad will also be serving pancakes, sweet treats and coffee/hot chocolate to everyone who attends.  Drawings will be held for prizes and a raffle. Article LinkSupport the show

Our last podcast for the year, we dedicate it to our Rescue Squad members, scattered across the globe in over 25 countries we all are share the same vision and values to help people in our own communities. 2022 has been an extraordinary year for Live Learn Survive, so we are going to take a break and be back January 20th to do it all again, and share our goals for 2023. So we wish you all a Merry Christmas and here's to a wonderful 2023 for all of us.

Hey There Nature Nerds! This week, Megan shares some science news about dog poop and nutrition, cause that's fun. Then Jen talks Alaskan Plane crashes! So choose your seat carefully and buckle up! Organization to Support: The Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squad https://www.ketchikanrescue.org/ The Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squad was established November 15, 1950, in response to a Pan American Airways crash near the airport on Annette Island. At the time of the Annette Island crash Ketchikan had no organized search and rescue capabilities with the exception of the U.S. Coast Guard. KVRS was founded by members of the community to "Serve the Community of Ketchikan". Since that time our volunteers have donated thousands of hours to Search and Rescue Operations in the Ketchikan area. In fact our most important asset comes in the form of our volunteers, those people who are willing to leave their homes or work, sometimes in the middle of the night to help out. These people are what the Rescue Squad is all about and we are very proud of them. Links: https://freerangeamerican.us/worst-alaska-plane-crashes/ https://www.adventure-journal.com/2021/02/leon-crane-survived-a-plane-crash-and-80-days-in-the-alaskan-winter/ https://www.bbc.com/news/world-47537221 https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2010/08/why-are-there-so-many-airplane-crashes-in-alaska/61275/ http://www.alaskaweb.org/aviation/planecrash.html https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/11/obituaries/helen-kleban-kahn-dead.html https://www.thoughtco.com/wiley-post-will-rogers-plane-crash-1779288 https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2010/08/11/129136684/alaska-ted-stevens-crash-survivors https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/11/obituaries/helen-kleban-kahn-dead.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ted-stevens-survived-1978-plane-crash/ https://www.motorbiscuit.com/highest-rate-deadly-plane-crashes/ https://www.rd.com/list/flight-safety/

In episode 31 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, caught up with Mathew Stiff, Chief of the Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad.In addition to discussing Matt's background and 15-year experience with the squad, Mark and Matt discussed the history of the Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad from its beginnings back in 1939. Matt described the squads' new facility, its skilled staff, its coordinated relations with our fire and police departments, and its extensive capabilities to provide aid to our community in critical times of medical emergencies and physical rescues.

Today, I read to you the story of my dear friend Dan. The history, the diagnosis of cancer, the positive manner he fought it with, the chance of his dying thousands of miles away from his wife and friends, and his "Rescue Squad" who went out to Colorado to drive him him. This is one not to miss dear friends. A story filled with the meaning of life. Dan said the song, "The Master" by the Doobie Brothers, was one of his guideposts in dealing with the end of his life.  Here's a link to that song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsLLe6YN6sI 

If you weren't ready, you would not see it and would miss the opportunity, so grasp the opportunity and go for it. We celebrate meeting Sam from our Rescue Squad after she travelled from The Netherlands and Tea or Coffee? What are we having? Enjoy this weeks catch up with Maxi & Leigh.

We are back, refreshed, and ready for a big second half of the year for Live Learn Survive and the Rescue Squad. We catch up on Maxi's return to the Fire Station, some cool facts about Bondi and talk about the videos we are going to record to ourselves sharing our future goals for the company.

Founder of the Greene County Rescue Squad and owner of Heath Funeral Home, Butch Heath, joins us on this week's episode of the Paragould Podcast!

The Charlottesville community has taken rapidly to the independence Day fireworks high in the air off of Carter's Mountain! Tom Powell (Toy Lift) and Ray Caddell (Big Ray & the Kool Kats) are on with Joe to explain what non-profit will benefit! CLICK HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Wednesday as we're talking about Lucids partnership with Bank of America to offer seamless financing, Manheim reporting a rise in wholesale prices, Taco bell's new concept store that could set the standard for drive thru, and Ford's surprise Lightning accessory. Pre-register to be the first to know ASOTU CON details hereBank of America partners with Lucid Motors to create seamless financing as Lucid Financial ServicesAllows checkout process to be fully digital with various loan and (24/36/48 mo term)lease options“Lucid Air customers have requested flexible financing options, including lease and loan purchase, with many of them preferring a 100% digital experience. Lucid Financial Services is all about delivering a best-in-class finance journey from online application to e-signing with full transparency of terms and flexible purchasing options. Our goal is to transform vehicle financing by introducing new processes that enable our customers to experience the luxury and technology of Lucid electric vehicles.”Starting price for the Lucid Air $87,400 - 169,400 OR  3.28 - 6.36 Chevy Bolts Take away: Indicators are indicators. Give the people what they want. May Wholesale Used Car Prices tick up from April's decline according to Manheim Up .7 from April to May, up 9.7 YoY‘The pace of retail used-vehicle sales remained relatively stable in May. Used-retail sales fell 1 percent from April, according to Cox Automotive, which made that estimate by leveraging a same-store set of dealerships selected from Dealertrack to represent the U.S.'Slower rollout of tax returns is a factor with only 74% of returns being released as of May 20th as opposed to 100% of the same period last yearTake away: There is no clear strategy and there are many ways to win. Join us in the “All Things Used Cars” clubhouse room on Friday at 9am EST to hear how some of the best operators are getting it doneTaco Bell opens its “Defy” restaurant in Brooklyn Park, MN with a digital-first mindset2 story concept with the kitchen sitting overtop several drive thru lanes with mobile and third party orders prioritized. There is still a single traditional drive thru windowThe goal is a “2 minute or less” experience from order to pickup. Food is lowered via a mini-elevator in a tubeTake away: Remember that (good, fast, cheap) triangle?Ford Lightning owners get surprise accessory to rescue stranded TeslasJim Farley's Twitter response “Not trolling, just helpful.”Take away: ‘slow clap' Well played. Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/Listen to other episodes: https://www.asotu.com/media/podcastsRead our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-emailShare your positive dealer stories: https://www.asotu.com/positivity----Rock w/ us on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/asotu_ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ASOTU 

Rules Guy Impersonator Tristan Billings hosts this week's great game! Max Meiners teams up with Neal to take on Ken and Jeff. There are belly rubs, loud G's, and Ken insults kill bots. Which team will be this week's Cream of the Crop?   Buy Neal's new book at: http://www.trivialitypodcast.com/swayze Supporters: https://www.trivialitypodcast.com/the-cream-of-the-crop/ Support us Directly: www.Patreon.com/TrivialityPodcast   Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social media, and support the show on Patreon for great perks! www.TrivialityPodcast.com www.Facebook.com/TrivialityPod www.Twitter.com/TrivialityPod Want to hear your trivia question during an episode? Send us question to the email: TrivialityPodcast@Gmail.com with the subject QUESTION 5 and a host's name (Ken, Matt, Neal, or Jeff). We will read one listener submitted question per round. [New Episodes Every Tuesday] © Triviality – 2022

ABOUT HANAKO GREENSMITHHanako Greensmith (pronounced Hah-na-co) made her CHICAGO FIRE debut as "Violet" in Season 8, recurring on the show through Seasons 8 and 9 and will join the cast as a series regular for Season 10. Currently her character, paramedic Violet Mikami, is involved in a romantic relationship with her boss, Chief Hawkins, played by Jimmy Nicolas. Recent credits include NBC's CHICAGO MED, CBS's BULL, and CBS's FBI. She made her New York theatre debut in the off-Broadway production of LOLITA, MY LOVE and is a graduate of Pace University.About her character: VIOLET is a fun, cool, sexy, ball-busting, confident, capable paramedic. At the top of her game, and she knows it. Full of swagger, her skill can be intimidating but mostly she's impressive. She'd never back down from a challenge, and isn't afraid to speak her mind.Next original episode:"Hot and Fast" (#1016), airing Wednesday, March 16 at 9/8pm CentralCruz forms a bond with a young immigrant boy he meets while fighting an apartment fire. Squad makes plans to prank the newest member of their team. Hawkins and Violet struggle to keep their relationship a secret.ABOUT CHICAGO FIREFrom renowned Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer Dick Wolf ("Law & Order" brand) and co-creator Derek Haas, the writer behind "3:10 to Yuma," comes Season 10 of the adrenaline-fueled drama "Chicago Fire." This edge-of-your-seat ride is a look into the professional and personal lives of the firefighters and paramedics of Firehouse 51 as they risk their lives every day to save and protect the citizens of Chicago.Led by Lt. Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney), Rescue Squad 3 works closely with Lt. Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg) on Engine 51 and Lt. Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) on Truck 81. Their tireless, never-give-up mindset brings them all closer together - the men and women of Firehouse 51 are more than co-workers, they're family.The firehouse also includes Deputy District Chief Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker), who keeps his house running smoothly and his firefighters prepared to overcome all adversity. Paramedic Sylvie Brett (Kara Killmer) returns alongside seasoned veterans Randy "Mouch" McHolland (Christian Stolte) and Joe Cruz (Joe Minoso).Completing the team are daredevil Blake Gallo (Alberto Rosende), talented and dedicated Darren Ritter (Daniel Kyri) and, 51's newest addition, headstrong paramedic Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith).Executive Producers are Dick Wolf, Derek Haas, Andrea Newman, Michael Gilvary, Reza Tabrizi, Arthur Forney and Peter Jankowski."Chicago Fire" is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Wolf Entertainment.

In this episode, we talk to FEMA trainer and retired PIO Mark Brady. Mark was quoted as saying, “Social Media has been the biggest game-changer for public information professionals…”, what do you mean by that?What social media platform do you think is the most important for a PIO to capitalize on? Let's talk about the social media emergency management guidance tool, I do not think many of our listeners are familiar with it?Tell the listeners about your experience as a trainer for FEMA and as an instructor at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmetsburg.What type of PIO training are you handling? Where do you see the PIO training field going in the next 10 years? What is the challenge facing PIO's in getting information out to the media?What is one thing you see lacking from PIO's coming into the field today?Why is relationship building so important to the success of a PIO?Bio of Mark BradyMark Brady is well known in the field of Public Safety Public Information and crisis communications.  He has 45 years of public safety experience, most notably with fire and emergency medical services. Brady started his career with the Branchville Volunteer Fire Company and Rescue Squad in College Park, MD, at 18 years of age and was soon employed by Prince George's County in Maryland working with the 911 call center and police department before beginning a 40-year career with the fire/EMS department.  The County Office of Emergency Management fell under the fire department and Brady worked closely with emergency managers on special projects and activations.  He was also assigned to Public Safety Communications and Training Academy before being called upon to serve as the Department's Public Information Officer. He started engaging on social media, primarily, Twitter and Facebook, soon after they became popular in 2008. Brady's work as a PIO began with the advent of flip cell phones and thermal paper fax machines and feels fortunate to have gained experience as a “traditional” PIO.   Mark Brady served as the Prince George's County, Maryland, Fire/EMS Department's Chief Spokesperson and Public Information Officer for 27 years before leaving in February of 2020 in order to expand his teaching and speaking availability on the subjects of social media, crisis communications, and public safety public information. He has spoken at many events across the country as a “subject matter expert” in the field of PIO and social media and has facilitated presentations at several FIREHOUSE EXPO's, Fire Department Instructors Conference, and IAFC Officer Development and Command and General Staff courses.  Brady has served for 12 years as a contract instructor with FEMA's Emergency Management Institute (EMI) in all PIO-related classes including All-Hazards Position Specific, Advanced, and Master PIO classes as well as Awareness, Public Information Basic and Joint Information System/ Joint Information Center courses.  Brady is currently part of a team revising the FEMA EMI's Advanced PIO course and is also involved in ongoing curriculum review and development for FEMA's Public Information Officer and Emergency Management Basic Academy training programs. Mark is married with 3 adult children and resides in Annapolis, Maryland Marks Twitter @PIOMarkBradyEmail PIOMarkBrady@gmail.comSales Bluebird for leaders and go-to-market teams at cyber security startupsTips, tricks, ideas and inspiration from legendary cyber security CEOs and CROsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

We’re well into the year now, with new people in different political roles, even though most of us are stuck in the same lives we’ve always been in. It’s February 5 and we’re now over a tenth of the way through 2022. There’s still a lot to go, so this is a good day to imagine how that other ninety percent may look. This is Charlottesville Community Engagement, and I’m your host, Sean Tubbs.On today’s show:It’s the first meeting for new interim City Manager Michael C. RogersCharlottesville City Council gets another close look for budget at the next fiscal yearProperty assessments have brought in new revenue but a tax increase will be needed to cover the growing capital budget At least three Councilors appear ready to raise the property tax by ten cents this year Shout-out to Pen Park burial researchIn today’s subscriber-fueled shout-out, work continues to identify people whose remains are buried just outside a cemetery in Charlottesville’s Pen Park. The Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society and the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library will give an update in a webinar on Wednesday, February 9 on the Forgotten History of Pen Park: Unmarked Graves of Enslaved Persons. The panel will discuss the research thus far to identify the unmarked graves of enslaved individuals outside the Gilmer, Craven, and Hotopp family cemeteries and the connections that are being made to living descendants. Speakers include Charlottesville’s historic preservation planner, researchers and descendants. Visit the library’s website at jmrl.org to register. Also go watch the first installment from past June on the Historical Society’s YouTube page. Council appears ready to increase property tax rate Charlottesville City Council met for over three hours on Thursday for a work session on the city’s next budget. In an era with lots of turnover on both staff and Council, the budget remains one of the best ways to gauge the health of the city organization, at least from a financial and fiscal perspective. Now it’s up to a new City Council to make the decisions that will lead the community forward. There are two new Councilors who have not yet been through the process of a new budget. There are three who have mostly only served during the virtual era brought on by the pandemic, a time that’s felt a little disconnected for many of us. Still, the city has moved on, continuing a trajectory towards increased spending on capital projects. In FY13, the five-year capital improvement plan was $65 million. In FY2018 that had increased to $106 million. In FY22 that figure is now $159 million with previous Councils agreeing to make major investments in affordable housing as well as school reconfiguration.But the question remains? How exactly will City Council decide how this will be paid for? The process got officially underway on February 3 at a budget work session in which the new Council stated their values and indicated their willingness to increase the property tax rate. One of the first things was to hear from Michael C. Rogers, the new interim city manager. (watch the presentation)“Our discussion is the first discussion about the FY23 budget,” Rogers said. Some decisions have already been made well in advance of the official kick-off. In September, three members of this Council told budget staff to take over $18 million in the capital improvement plan that had been intended for the West Main Streetscape and put it toward a $75 million investment in city schools.  They also adopted an affordable housing plan in March which calls for $10 million a year on affordable housing projects such as the redevelopment of Friendship Court and Charlottesville public housing sites. As the budget cycle officially begins, the central question is how to pay for these decisions made by a previous Council. Now it’s up to this one to decide whether to proceed and at what cost. A majority on Council appears willing to raise the property tax rates, even in a year with near record increases in property assessments. (Read previous stories on budget development on Information Charlottesville) Assessments up more than normalAt the beginning of the February 3 work session, Rogers helped inform the answer with new information that had not yet been revealed.  (view the presentation for the February 3, 2022 meeting)“There has been a tremendous boost in terms of the assessed value of property,” Rogers said. Assessments were up an average of 10.77 percent this year, according to city assessor Jeffrey Davis. “The reassessments saw a larger than normal increase this year and that was due mainly to the overall strength of the residential market,” Davis said. In 2022 residential property increased 11.7 percent. That figure was 4.2 percent in 2021 and 3.8 percent in 2020. Commercial property values rebounded this year. All of the property assets added together make up what’s called the tax base. Davis said the rise in assessments from 2021 to 2022 have yielded an additional $860.8 million to the base. In comparison, the increase from 2020 to 2021 added $250.3 million to the base. These numbers will remain in flux as property owners pursue appeals. (learn more on the assessor’s website)“We are right now in the process of handling appeals and we will be doing that,” Davis said. “The appeal period ends at the end of February and at that time we will look to prepare for the Board of Equalization which will hear appeals in May.” A budget is built by staff who make forecasts about how much revenue the city will bring in. Sources include local taxes, licenses and permits, charges for services, and revenue from state and federal sources. There’s also a line item for revenue sharing from Albemarle County. But the biggest source of revenue is from property taxes. In the current fiscal year which runs through this June 30, budget staff projected $80.3 million in revenues from property taxes, or 41.8 percent of total revenues. The increase in assessments will bring in additional revenues for the current fiscal year, and will also yield additional revenue on which to build the FY23 budget. “We are looking at a revenue increase of $14.8 million for the FY23 budget,” said Krisy Hammill, the city’s senior budget analyst. Of that figure, real estate makes up $8.3 million of that increase, and the rest is made up through projected increases in revenues from the sales tax, meals tax, and the lodging tax. Hammill said that means the city can build a budget of $207 million for FY23, up from the adopted budget of $192.2 million.All of this is based on an assumption the property tax rate will remain at 95 cents per $100 of assessed value. It’s been at that rate since calendar year 2008. (cvillepedia)“As staff, we have not made any assumptions about any kind of tax increase at this point,” Hammill said. Additional expenditures for FY23 will take up much of that $14 millionBefore we get to the capital portion of the budget, another driver is further salary increases for city employees. Council agreed earlier this year to allocate the budget surplus from FY21 to cover the cost of a bonus as well as a six percent across the board increase. That means FY23’s operating budget must carry on that charge at a cost of $3.2 million and further merit pay increases are also being considered to help retain staff in an era of fierce competition. “We have priced out here a potential three percent merit increase,” Hammill said. “That would be at a cost of $1.7 million.”  There is no budget yet but we do know that there have been $10.655 million in requests from city departments, with just under half of this in the form of new positions. Another $3 million is for compensation requests, and just under $2.5 million are for operational additions. Specific decisions about individual line items will be made as Council goes through the budget in March. The key takeaway for Hammill’s presentation was one of revenue.“Numberwise, it’s a good story to tell,” Hammill said. “We have $14 million in new revenue. The challenging part is that we always have more needs than we have resources and so how do we best prioritize and parse through and figure out the trade-offs?”And that’s the task ahead for staff and Council. The budget won’t officially be presented until March 7 but until then there will continue to be lots of discussion about the capital improvement plan. “As we move on, we know that this plan is not affordable as currently laid out without significant revenue enhancements,” Hammill said. “We have to figure out a way to pay for it.” The debt service payment would double if all of the bonds for all of the projects were floated next year. Hammill said Council needs to review the capital budget carefully.“If ever there was a time when priorities take a very high look, this is the opportunity to do that,” Hammill said. Towards an inevitable tax rate increase?The discussion of whether to move forward with a tax rate was led by Interim City Manager Rogers. He said Council does not have ready access to that $14 million made available through the assessment. “There are some decisions that have already been made that impact how that new revenue can be used,” Rogers said. “Some of the decisions have already been made. Some of it is that we are recommending based on prior discussion that certain investments continue to be made in employees and retirees.”The school system gets a percentage of that new revenue based on a formula, and that would yield $3.3 million. However, the school system has asked for more and staff is recommending an additional $900,000. There’s another $1 million slated for enhancements for tax relief programs, $1.8 million in equipment repair and replacement related to COVID, and other recommended uses of the money.“At the end of the day when we look at all of the availability of revenue and all of the things that we have listed that are up for funding, there’s not a lot of money that’s left if it goes that way,” Rogers said.Hammill said there’s about a half million left from that $14 million. Rogers said that means that if Council wants to support that capital budget, there will need to be an increase in the tax rate. Council discussionCouncilor Sena Magill said she is prepared to raise the rate even on top of the assessments because she said Charlottesville has one of the lowest municipal tax rates of its peer cities. “There are some things coming up that we have to make sure that we’re, we know we have to do something about schools,” Magill said. “I know we’re also still trying to figure out reconfiguration from renovation from all of these parts and pieces. But I know we do know to sink a lot of money into our schools to bring them up to a place where the buildings are environments that are conducive to learning and good mental health.” Vice Mayor Juandiego Wade, who served for 16 years on the School Board, said he supported additional funding for the schools. “The cost of the schools are not going to get any cheaper,” Wade said. “If we had made some of these decisions in the past instead of $75 million maybe it would have been $60 million or $65 million. It would have been cheaper.” Planning for reconfiguration took place during Wade’s tenure on the school board. To learn more about those decisions, visit cvillepedia. City Councilor Michael Payne said he wanted to continue to honor the $10 million a year agreed to in the Affordable Housing Plan adopted by Council last March. “Even if we’re not able to immediately get there this budget cycle, to have a clear plan for how we will very shortly maintain that commitment over ten years,” Payne said. On February 22, Council will receive the final report on an audit of the Charlottesville Affordable Housing fund. (See also: Council briefed on affordable housing funds, December 31, 2021)Payne also wants additional local funding for public transportation as one way to implement a future climate action plan. He also wants money set aside for higher salaries when the city implements a collective bargaining system for city employees. Councilor Brian Pinkston said he supports funding for the school.  “Local governments build schools,” Pinkston said. “That’s like a core competency of what we should be doing to advance. It’s more than just building shiny new buildings. There’s an investment in physical capital that reflects human capital as well.”Pinkston asked the public to accept the potential to reduce the cost of reconfiguration through value engineering discussed at Council’s joint meeting with the School Board on Wednesday. He also said he supported continued spending on affordable housing. Charlottesville Mayor Lloyd Snook agreed that it is the role of the city to invest in schools, and that Councilors in recent years have seen providing affordable housing as a core city function. “That not withstanding, this Council and prior Councils have decided that it is something that is a priority of ours and it gets hard after a while to figure out what it means to be one of those core things that cities have to do if we keep adding more things to that list,” Snook said. Snook said collective bargaining will also lead to the need for more employees to handle the negotiations, and that will be another added moving forward. Charlottesville has also taken additional EMS positions paid for through a federal grant that will eventually run out. “Part of the issue there of course is the ongoing concern that has not really been addressed at all between the Rescue Squad and the Fire Department and that’s an issue that we need to be working on whether that has an actual budget impact on the next fiscal year , I don’t know,” Snook said. “It seems to me that it may well.” The draft capital improvement program shown to the Planning Commission in November anticipated issuing bonds for the school reconfiguration project in FY2024, which means a tax increase this year to pay for the debt service would not be strictly necessary. But Hammill said saving up the money now could help the success of the project. “I do think that if we had an opportunity to decide where we are definitively, then there is a lot of opportunity for staff to come back and give you more definitive options to weigh against,” Hammill said. Councilor Payne said he wanted to see scenarios for various situations ranging from cutting the budget to adding more revenue. “And I think within those scenarios has to be not just what we choose to find in the CIP but also the other variable of is a majority of Council in support of a ten cent real estate tax increase?” Payne asked. “Fifteen? Twenty? Five?”Payne suggests other revenue sourcesPayne is also holding out hope that the General Assembly will grant permission to localities including Charlottesville to enact a one-percent sales tax increase for education. Legislation in the House of Delegates filed by Delegate Sally Hudson (D-57) did not make it out of committee (HB531) (HB545) but a bill carried by Senator Creigh Deeds (D-25) did pass out of the Senate on a 28 to 12 vote (SB298). Bills need to be approved by both Houses in order to go before Governor Glenn Youngkin for action. “And the state’s commission on school funding was very explicit in saying that the only solution was state level,” Payne said. Payne referred to the Virginia Commission on School Construction and Modernization, which offered several recommendations in December. (read them here)Payne also suggesting finding a way to get the University of Virginia to contribute to the city through something called a Payment in Lieu of Taxes which you can look up in the state code.“It’s longer term but it seems like a discussion we should engage the University on,” Payne said. “I know that’s something that the University of Michigan, Yale, Harvard, and many other institutions have done.”UVA is exempt from paying property taxes and none of the examples he gave are in Virginia. Rogers took all of the information in.“It’s a lot to think about and we appreciate that and this part of the program was precisely what we had hoped for,” Rogers said. Deadline looms for tax rate advertisementA tax rate has to be advertised to the public thirty days before the public hearing and Hammill said that means a decision on a tax rate to publish needs to be made by Council by February 14. “February 14 is the day I really need to be calling up the Daily Progress so we’re short on time in that respect,” Hammill said. Mayor Snook said that Council will make a final decision on the tax rate to advertise at its meeting this upcoming Monday.  After a public comment period, they further discussed the matter. Councilor Payne suggested one scenario.“If our baseline scenario is funding everything currently in the CIP, I would think that at a minimum we would need to discuss ten cents,” Payne said. “If we’re talking about five cents or lower, again, I think we just need to be very honest with ourselves and the public that that means not funding the affordable housing plan for a decade.” Payne also said without a higher tax increase, there would be no funding to expand transit, address climate change, begin collecting bargaining, and continued support for Friendship Court’s redevelopment. “And I don’t think that’s what the community wants to see our decision to be,” Payne said. Another issue is whether Council should provide city funding two additional Piedmont Housing Alliance projects that they approved earlier this year. (See also: Council approves MACAA rezoning for Piedmont Housing Alliance and Habitat for Humanity)Magill was very clear.“I am very much for raising taxes,” Magill said. “I think we have to do it for a lot of reasons.”Pinkston said he needed more time to decide on a tax rate but appeared supportive of one. “I don’t know all the reasons why our tax rates are relatively low,” Pinkston said. “You know, I’m open to a ten cent increase because I think that’s what it’s going to take to get where we need to go.” Pinkston suggested five cents this year, and the other five cents next year. Interim City Manager Michael Rogers closed up the meeting. “We can take this and go back and Krisy and the revenue team and we can really dig in with the deputy city managers and try to come city manager is going to come back with something that will meet your needs,” Rogers said. What do you think? This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 7 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda invited Michael Yeh, Director of Emergency Services for the Princeton Fire Department, and Shawn Gallagher, Chief of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad. Among the variety of topics discussed in this episode, Mike and Shawn detailed the differences between the services provided by each organization, as well as the collaboration often required in times of need. Since the Princeton Fire Department and the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad recruit many of their volunteer service members from our community, Mike and Shawn also discussed their organizations' member training, personal and professional development, and upcoming recruitment open houses here in Princeton. I found this session very informative and trust you will as well. ~ Kenneth Greenberg, Princeton Podcast Producer

A lot of fire and EMS professionals got their start as volunteers, some at a very young age. My three guests on this episode started at age 15 as Junior members of the Lakeside Volunteer Rescue Squad in Henrico, VA and went on to great public safety careers in Fire/EMS and Law Enforcement, but not before they made some history as junior members. These are some the stories they can tell publicly. . . . Comments or suggestions? Contact us at: Email - FirehouseLogbook@gmail.com Twitter - @FDLogbook Instagram - @FDLogbookPodcast Facebook - www.facebook.com/FDLogbookPodcast Website - www.firehouselogbook.captivate.fm Music: "Tired traveler on the way to go home", Andrew Codeman via Freemusicarchive.com

This month we get the honor to have an exclusive interview with Detroit Fire Department's Senior Lieutenant Darnell McLaurin of Rescue Squad 5. During this one of a kind podcast, we started talking about how rescue company's work and perform in a city like Detroit where there is never a shortage of fires, but constant struggles with a growing urban city. The conversation shifted to some well thought out concepts of "why we got into this business" and the constant reminder of who we serve and why.