Fishkill FD

Foam and Wash Car Wash Fire

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:27:39 -0400

At 1927 hours on the evening of August 3, 2011, Dutchess County 911 received a call reporting a fire at the Foam and Wash Car Wash on Merritt Blvd. in the Village of Fishkill. A Structural Fire First Alarm assignment was dispatched bringing 42-11, 42-12, 42-13, 42-59, 42-1 and East Fishkill F.A.S.T. to the scene. Subsequent to the original DC 911 call, a multitude of other 911 calls were received by 911 reporting a �fully involved building�.

Village of Fishkill Chief Scofield called on the scene at 1930 hours reporting a working structure fire. At 1935 hours, the Chief requested a Commercial Second Alarm assignment, which brought assistance from the City of Beacon, East Fishkill, Hughsonville, New Hamburg, Rombout, and Wappingers Falls fire departments. Because of the compromised stability of the structure, the operation went defensive around 1940 hours with numerous 2 � inch handlines and two ladder pipes in operation. Chief Scofield advised Dutchess County 911 that the fire was darkening down at 1951 hours and knocked down with overhaul starting at 2012 hours. All units had cleared the scene by 2300 hours.

Additional units on the scene to assist with medical, investigation and traffic were Dutchess County FID, Dutchess County Sheriff, New York State Police, Town of Fishkill Police, Village of Fishkill Police and Mobile Life Support Services.

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2011 Election Results

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 21:56:28 -0400

2011 Election results are listed within this article. See "read more" Chiefs

Chief Dean Scofield
Assistant Chief
Deputy Chiefs

Rad Wilson
Glenn Scofield Sr.
Glenn Scofield Jr.
Don Williams Sr.
Don Williams Jr.
Line Officers

Captain Brandon Knapp
Lieutenant Kevin Kilkenny
Lieutenant Liam Boland
Lieutenant Brian Canero
Civil Officers

President Jeff Lucariello
Vice-President Mike Doyle
Treasurer Peter Phillips
Secretary Don Williams Sr.
Trustee Rad Wilson
Trustee Glenn Scofield Sr.
Trustee Todd Voltz
Trustee Rich (Radar) Wolfe
Fishkill Exempt Firemen�s Benevolent Association Officers

President Rad Wilson
Vice-President Hans Klingzahn
Treasurer Peter Phillips
Financial Secretary Allan Way
Secretary Keith Scofield
Director Todd Voltz
Director Raymond VanVoorhis
Director Dean Scofield
Offiicers Page Updated: Photos

The Nick Beni Town House Fire

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:39:00 -0400

by Allan R. Way, Company Historian
In putting this account together, I reviewed accounts from the Poughkeepsie Journal, the Evening News, the Wappingers & Southern Dutchess News, and a Gateway to Dutchess Newspaper. I spoke with several firefighters who were present at on the scene including our late Chief, Fred Nameth Sr. and the late Mr. Clifford Mac Mullen, who provided color photographs of the scene. It was interesting to note the different reporting styles in that some versions were human interest, others more sensational in approach, and another was an approach of minimal fact.
THE BLAZE
On the very cold, snow covered Monday evening of January 4TH, 1965, flames shot from the roof of Nick Beni�s Town House restaurant on Old Main Street in the Village of Fishkill. Located on property now occupied by the All-Sport Fitness Center and an adjacent office building, The restaurant had been opened a mere two months before on November 4, 1964. In a matter of a few hours, it was destroyed by a huge volume of fire.
Mr. Beni purchased the former Kent House last July, and had renovated the place extensively. Since remodeling it contained three dining rooms, a cloak room and offices on the first floor, ten bedrooms on the second floor, and three rooms above.
Royal Gay, a retired Fishkill garage and restaurant owner, said to the Poughkeepsie Journal that his wife was washing dishes last night when she spotted the fire at Nick Beni's Town House next door and called him. He said the flames were "going up the curtains" of the bay windowed Castilian Room on the first floor.
Mr. Gay notified the Fishkill State Police barracks and firefighters responded quickly, he said. He then called the Beni residence and told Mrs. Beni of the fire.Protection Engine Chief Fred Nameth was in charge of fire fighting operations. The chief said a motorist traveling on Rt. 9 spotted the blaze at about the same time that Mrs. Gay did and turned in an alarm. The man was not identified.
Two employees were reported to have been in the restaurant at the time of the fire but Mr. Gay said it was determined that both had gotten out safely. The restaurant was normally closed on Monday evenings.

Dutchess County did not have a 911 system in 1965. The method for reporting a fire was to dial a �regular� but dedicated telephone number that a State Trooper answered at the State Police barracks on Hopewell Avenue in the Village. The trooper would activate the firehouse siren from there and wait for the first firefighter to reach the station to call them on a dedicated landline. Then the trooper would relay the necessary alarm information to the firefighter who wrote it on a slate board in the engine room for the other responding firefighters to read. Dutchess Fire Alarm Headquarters (today�s 911- response center) would be notified by radio when apparatus responded.
RESPONSE
Fishkill�s Protection Engine Company responded to the alarm with its 3 pieces of apparatus, a 1963 Ward-LaFrance, a 1953 GMC and a 1937 Mack. �The fire was burning good at this time�. More than one firefighter commented upon arrival at the scene that the fire had such a good start, the building was beyond saving.
Firefighters from Fishkill, Glenham, Hughsonville and New Hackensack, directed by Fishkill's Chief Fred J. Nameth, battled the flames. Wiccopee firefighters and equipment covered the Village of Fishkill while Beacon Engine covered Glenham.
WATER SUPPLY
Firefighters were considerably hampered by a lack of water pressure. A fire hydrant located directly in front of the restaurant had multiple lines hooked to it and drew so heavily on the Fishkill water supply that some homes and other buildings in the Fishkill area had no water for a few hours. Several families in the area were without water until sometime late Tuesday. Besides the fire hydrant near the building, where several hoses were connected, water was also being drawn from the Fishkill Creek.
To augment the poor water supply, Hughsonville, New Hackensack and an engine from Fishkill laid a supply line to the Fishkill Creek to draw water from the bridge on Route 9. At one point, the firefighters had to disconnect the hoses that were across the R/R tracks to let a train through.
The lack of water in the Village water system sparked a debate about a countywide water department. County Fire Coordinator John Wood said that this fire showed the urgent need for a good water supply that a county water district could supply. He added that a shortage of water was noted at the Town House fire and that this could happen again in the county.
The firefighters were also hampered by lack of water because of the long drought the previous year that had lowered the water reservoir in the Fishkill area. Mr. Wood also said that it was doubtful that the Town House could have been saved because it was closed on this night and the fire had such a head start before it was discovered.
CROWD CONTROL
As the flames roared through the building and leaped from the roof, they were visible for miles and attracted a number of people to the scene. Traffic was jammed for a time with 450 spectators or more who had come to see the fire. This is ok except that the spectators make it very difficult for the firefighters to move equipment in and out of the fire ground. It was a tough job for the fire police to keep the way clear as cars were trying to get as close to the scene as possible and the roads were very slippery from the ice formed from the flow of water from the hoses.
SUPPORT
No one was reported with a serious injury fighting the blaze in the sub-freezing weather. Several firefighters had to jump to safety when one of the high-tension wires burned and fell to the ground. In addition, a few more firefighters reported some "close calls" as portions of the structure collapsed.
Besides some 100 plus firefighters who for many hours stood in the freezing night air trying in vain to save this historic landmark, there were many people behind the scenes. Dr. Morris Schwartz from the Glenham Slater Chemical Fire Company was there for a good many hours to aid any injured. While there, a reporter observed the concern of Dr. Schwartz towards the men. He made sure all the firefighters had hot coffee and sandwiches and kept his sharp eye out at the several near accidents that could have happened if these well-trained firefighters had not been on the alert, as sections of the building collapsed.
The Ladies Auxiliary, the Red Cross and the Salvation Army were all there to keep hot soup, hot coffee, and sandwiches going to the firefighters. (Reporters in this era called them �the boys�.). The Beacon Volunteer Ambulance was on the scene as well as a rig and three men from John Sloper.
Chief Fred Nameth was in charge of the operation and through the fast work of the firefighters the fire was reported to be under control at 10 p.m. The chief ordered one engine and a crew of firefighters to remain at the scene throughout the night to keep the remains wetted down and to prevent another outburst of fire.
Dutchess Fire Alarm headquarters recorded the alarm at 6:20 p.m. with the last piece of apparatus reported back in its Station at 2:43 a.m. Fishkill firefighters returned to the scene in force at 3:30 a.m. to combat a rekindle and final recall was at 4:42 a.m.
NICK BENI
Nick Beni was a well-known area restaurateur. The fire occurred almost six months to the day after flames from an undetermined origin destroyed Mr. Beni's widely known Anchor Inn on Main Street in the Arlington section of Poughkeepsie. That restaurant burned last July 3rd with damage estimated at $500,000. The Town House burned down on January 4th .
Brothers Michael and James Beni were at the scene of the fire but Nick Beni, the owner, was not located until after the building had been destroyed. Michael said he understood Nick and an employee, George Werner, had left the restaurant at about 5:30 and had looked around the building before they left, as the place was closed on Monday nights, as does many other restaurants in this area, and everything seemed in order at the time.
Both brothers were in tears, stating they had all put many months of sweat and money into the new restaurant and now it was all gone. They conjectured this would be a severe blow to their brother.

Mr. Beni, notified of last night�s fire shortly after it was discovered at 6 o'clock, spent the next day as a patient at St. Francis' Hospital where his condition was described as fair. His physician said only that Mr. Beni, admitted last night after the fire, is at the hospital for observation. Other reports said he was suffering from nervous stress.
THE INVESTIGATION
The inquiry into the cause was led by State Police Senior BCI Investigator LeRoy, and Deputy Sheriff Traver, Chief Deputy Borchers said that investigators of 'the National Board of Fire Underwriters were en route to join in the inquiry.Chief Nameth said he understood two employees lived on the second floor of the three-story frame structure but were not in at the time of the fire. Chief Nameth said by the time his men arrived the fire was burning strongly in the front part of the building.
BCI investigator LeRoy, in charge of investigating the circumstances of the fire, confirmed the fire was discovered at 6:20 PM by Mrs. Royal (Robin) Gay, next-door neighbor.

State Police Sgt. Erskine said Mr. Beni and an employee, George Warner, left the restaurant about 5:30 p.m. and had checked the premises before their departure. The restaurant was closed as it is every Monday.
A preliminary report indicated the fire started in the front part of the building, which contained a cocktail lounge and continental style restaurant.
The loss, estimated at $150,000, was reportedly covered by insurance. The $150,000 damage estimate was made by Chief Deputy Sheriff Borchers.
Don Nickerson and Dick Ten Eyck were on-hand from the Dutchess County Bureau of Fire. They said that the fire had a good head start on firefighters before the alarm was turned in or the fire was spotted. Also, that at the time it appeared that it had started in the rear of the building. At this point, it was difficult to determine where it had broke out since the preliminary report stated that it started in the cocktail lounge that was housed in the front of the building.
The actual cause of the blaze has never been determined.
BUILDING HISTORY
This building was built in 1884 by Doctor Howell White, and at the time used as a doctor�s office and his private residence. Doctor White was Mrs. Gay�s father. Mrs. Gay was born in that house. The house was sold to Mrs. Jack O'Gorman who established a summer boarding house in the building. Mrs. O�Gorman eventually sold it to Mrs. Gertrude Hart, who turned the building into a restaurant. The next owner of the building was Theodore Zuber, from Connecticut when his Kent [image5_right] Hotel there was demolished to make way for a new highway. He named the restaurant the "Kent House" after his old hotel. Mr. Zuber passed away and his wife, sold the property to three Connecticut attorneys, who operated the business for about a year and a half before the Fishkill National Bank of Beacon foreclosed on the mortgage. Nick Beni purchased the property from the bank in July of 1964, renovated it, and opened newly named Nick Beni�s Town House on November 4, 1964.
COMMENTARY
As I noted in the forward to this article, some reporters wrote from a human-interest perspective. I am including here a portion of that unknown author�s observations. It is unknown, because I have only a newspaper clipping to work from and it had been separated from its identification long ago.
It was a sad sight on this cold night to see this beautiful landmark go up in flames. This was a shame that a beautiful structure and landmark had to go up in smoke like that and in spite of the efforts of the many, many brave men who tried so hard to save this building, nothing could be done. This morning only the chimneys and some of the walls remained of the building.
At the scene on Tuesday, this reporter spoke to several people who could only shake their heads and say, "It's just awful; it was one of the oldest buildings in Fishkill". One lady stood, just looked, and you could see the moisture in her eyes. It seemed as though with the burning of the Town House, many beautiful memories of this lady had burned with it. It�s nice to know that the burning of a building is not just a thing to watch, but it also has quite a effect on the hearts of many people. It is a terrible thing that happened but thank God, it didn't take any of our loved ones with it.

108th Annual Turkey Supper

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:05:00 -0500

March 05, 2011 will mark the 108th time Protection Engine Company of Fishkill, NY has served this Annual Event. (click "read more" for details and prices)

In 1904, Protection Engine Company was reorganized from Eureka Engine Company and one of the methods the organizers used to raise funds for Protection Engine Company was to sponsor a yearly dinner prepared by the members and their families for the community. In the beginning ham and turkey was served with all the trimmings at Van Wyck Hall on Main Street in the Village of Fishkill because the Fire House on Robinson Street was too small to accommodate such a dinner. The tradition of home cooking with all the trimmings, served family style, moved in the 1940�s with the Company to a new Fire Station at 1132 Main Street and has continued for over 100 years.
Please join Protection Engine Company�s Officers, Members and their families for a hardy meal on Saturday, March 05, 2011.
Date: March 05, 2011
Place: Protection Engine Company, 1132 Main Street, Fishkill, NY
Times:
Seating at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM
Take-out and local home delivery service is available.

Prices: Adults $ 11; Seniors & Children $ 10; Take-out/delivery $ 12

Please call Protection Engine at (845) 896-6613 for dinner reservations and/or to arrange for take-out or home delivery service.
If you wish to email your reservation, please include your dinner request, name, phone number & (if delivery - your address). Click on the following link to send an email - Dinner Reservations
We look forward to seeing all of our friends and neighbors on March 05, 2011, please call early to guarantee your seating.
Thank you,
Jeff Lucariello
Dinner Chairmen

NY STATE OFPC ISSUES SAFETY ALERT ON COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:37:02 -0500

NYSERDA Recommends Consumers Look for ENERGY STAR� Qualified CFLs
The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services� Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC) today issued a Safety Alert regarding Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs.
State Fire Administrator Floyd A. Madison said the office has recently received inquiries concerning potential fire safety hazards associated with the use of these light bulbs, more commonly called CFLs.

�The investigation conducted by our Arson Bureau concluded that there is no fire hazard associated with CFLs that have been properly tested and listed by national testing laboratories,� Madison said.

Madison said, however, that the public, firefighters and fire investigators need to be aware of the �normal and expected� signs as a CFL nears the end of its life span or burns out because as this information can be misinterpreted as a �problem� with the bulb.

� Some behavior and failure modes will be different from those experienced with incandescent bulbs. CFLs should be replaced at the first sign of odor, smoke, discoloration or erratic behavior.

� When CFLs stop working, some will simply stop emitting light while others will create a �pop� sound and then vent a distinct odor and visible smoke.

� The base of the bulb will discolor with age and may even show a black spot. This is a result of the breakdown of the bulb�s ballast which is located in the base. Melted plastic, where the coil connects to the ballast/base is a sign that the heat has escaped from the ballast which is a design feature of the bulb.

� As CFLs reach the end of their life span they may grow dim and overheating at the end of tubes and the darkening of the plastic where the tubes enter the base may be noted. The normal life span of a CFL may be reduced when used in fixtures which are frequently turned on and off.

� Follow the manufacturer�s recommendations when using CFL�s to include looking for the Underwriters Laboratory UL listing or other laboratory testing seal when purchasing. CFL�s should not be used with dimmers unless specifically labeled and listed by the manufacturer for such use.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) recommends that consumers look for energy-efficient CFLs with the ENERGY STAR label, which are tested by Underwriters Laboratory for fire safety. To ensure proper installation, follow the instructions on the box.

CFLs produce about 75 percent less heat than standard light bulbs, so are generally safer to operate than incandescent bulbs. As with any product, however, all CFLs are not equal, and the ENERGY STAR label is assurance of product quality and safety, according to NYSERDA.
The calls to OFPC, Madison said, were prompted by recent postings on the Internet and inquiries from fire officials raising potential concerns of fire hazards associated with certain CFLs. The OFPC Arson Bureau investigated these concerns with the following findings:
Two manufacturer�s recalls were identified pertaining to CFL�s and their fire safety hazards.
GLOBE Electric had a recall which involved a limited number of 13-watt CFLs manufactured between 2002 and March 2003. These bulbs were not sold in the United States and there were no confirmed cases of fires involving the recalled units. The history of the recall including the problem and corrective actions taken, as well as the affected date codes can be viewed at the Globe Electric website www.globe-electric.com.

TRISONIC had a recall which involved its 15-, 20-, 22- and 25-watt CFLs manufactured in 2007 and 2008. These bulbs were sold at discount stores for $1.00 to $1.50 each. The units were recalled over concern of a condenser over heating in the base causing the base to break apart. Two fires were reported. The problem was corrected with the placement of a fuse in the base of the unit, which is used to protect the condenser. This technology is now used throughout the CFL industry. The history of the recall including the model numbers affected can be found at www.trisonic.com.

In addition to researching the two noted recalls, Richard Barlette, Chief of the OFPC Arson Bureau, said further information was obtained relating to the applicability of Underwriters Laboratory [UL] listing and testing of CFL�s to include the following points:
UL listing of CFLs is not mandatory. Manufacturers of any product including CFLs may submit their product to Underwriters Laboratory for a product review in accordance with specific UL criteria. If determined to be compliant, UL will list the device and allow the UL listing logo to be placed on the product.
UL does have established criteria for CFLs, including a requirement that all bases be made of non-combustible materials. CFL�s meeting UL criteria will display the trademark UL seal on the exterior of the bulbs base housing, [example photo]. Further information on the UL listing process and associated criteria for CFL can be obtained by contacting UL at 1-877-854-3577 or visiting its website at www.UL.com.
The OFPC Safety Alert was distributed to the Fire Service and emergency response community across the state and the National Association of State Fire Marshals.

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Santa Visits PECO

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 20:00:45 -0500
Fishkill, N.Y. - December 18, 2010 - On Saturday, December 18th Santa made his way from the North Pole to lend a hand to the members of Protection Engine with their yearly visit to the Village of Fishkill children. Santa with his FD helpers visited countless houses where he listened to requests for special gifts, had pictures taken and distributed Candy Canes and Chocolate Santas to all... Santa and his Protection Engine helpers have been visiting local children for more than 40 years.
A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON TO ALL!

PECO�S FIRST �UNIFORMS"

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:37:12 -0500
Protection Engine members enjoyed parading. In the beginning, they had no uniforms, no band, nothing with which to parade. This account is of PECOs acquisition of uniforms, and the story of first time they accepted a parade invitation. I have pieced it together from the minutes of meetings and Herman Dean�s 100th anniversary of the Fishkill Fire Department.
The first parade invitation since the reorganization as Protection Engine was received at the September 6th, 1904 meeting chaired by the 2nd Assistant Foreman Charles Sherwood. The invitation was from Beacon Engine Company of Matteawan (now the City of Beacon) to attend a parade and banquet in October was laid on the table for further action. Several special meetings were conducted over the next two months in preparation for this parade. The Company was without uniforms and badges. Music had to be found. And transportation arranged. At a special meeting on September 21st, PECO formally accepted Beacon Engine's invitation to march. At the October 3rd.a committee was appointed to ask the Village Board to put the engine in presentable order for the parade. Also, a motion was passed to obtain the Ferris Band of Cold Spring if they were available for cost not to exceed $55.00. Another committee was established to solicit funds to defray parade expenses.
At the October 10th Special Meeting, more activities in preparation for the parade were conducted. The Ferris Band from Cold Spring was contracted for $60.00. We learned that the Beacon company had just issued new "fawn" colored uniforms, and would gladly loan us their old blue uniforms and caps. The Company readily accepted this offer. The committee responsible for securing Village permission to take the engine to the parade reported "progress". A motion was passed to use a team of horses to pull the engine providing (It was more often pulled by hand to fires in the village, but Matteawan was a bit of a trip). Village approval was obtained. It was resolved that all members were to provide black shoes, well polished, black pants, standup collars with slightly rolled ends, and black tie. The Company would provide white gloves.
A Special Meeting on Thursday, October 13th continued the parade preparations. The committee responsible for obtaining Village permission for use of the engine reported the Board had no objections and had appropriated $10.00 to put the engine in good repair. The Committee on arrangements for the parade reported that all but one of the coats has been secured and that within a couple of days, it was expected to have that coat and the balance of the caps in hand.
Herman Dean was authorized to print "PROTECTION No. 1" in yellow letters on blue ribbons to be placed over the name "Beacon" on the caps. A schedule for parade drills was established. Arthur D. Anderson, a PECO member to be and recent retiree from the regular army acted as one of the drillmasters. Several drills were conducted, and the Company performed very well. A motion was made that all members not able to attend the parade provide a substitute and have them at the next Special Meeting.
Another Special Meeting was held on Monday, October 17th. Herman Dean reported that the ribbons for the caps had been printed. The Committee to Solicit Funds reported receiving $24.00 to date. Foreman Dugan reported that Mr. Hawkins had offered to furnish a team of horses and a driver to haul the engine in the parade. R.E Dean reported he had secured a banner. A vote of thanks was extended to Mr. E.B. DeMard [I hope I spelled it correctly] for drilling the members. Another meeting was scheduled for Wednesday of the same week.
The Wednesday meeting, October 19th, was the last for parade preparation. The Committee to Solicit Funds reported receiving $36.00. C. E. Sherwood reported that he had received 53 uniforms and 41 caps from Beacon Engine. The Committee on Arrangements reported Mr. Smith, President of the Trolley Road, had offered to furnish transportation free of charge. The car would leave at 1PM on the day of the parade. The Company was to have met at the engine house at 12 noon. A last minute motion resolved that all members were to wear cuffs. Foreman Dugan instructed the membership to return the uniforms by 8 o'clock on Friday.
The minutes never gave a date for the parade. Based on the date of the minutes available and Herman Dean's account, the parade was probably on Thursday, October 20th. The Company went to Matteawan on what was described by Herman Dean as a "beautiful October day" via a special trolley car. They left the Village shortly after noon and soon arrived at the Fuel Economizer corner in Matteawan. (This was located across from present day Memorial Park in Beacon).
Forty-six men in ranks pulled the hose cart (Yes, we did have a hose cart and no, I cannot find any pictures of it) by hand and the hand engine followed behind pulled by a team of horses driven by John Place. The Ferris Band, 24 musicians from Cold Spring lead the Company to the enthusiastic cheers of on-lookers. Eight of the 24 members of this band were from the Ferris family. A luncheon followed the parade. It wasn't until early evening that the Company, with its band, returned to Fishkill. When they arrived, they were greeted by many people and they marched around the streets illuminated by red fire lanterns to the tune of "Auld Lang Syne".
At the regular monthly on November 7th, the Committee on Arrangements for the parade reported the success. Most of the uniforms had been returned. It was reported that members were assessed five cents to "fee the color bearer" but not quite all had paid. The band and transportation charges came to $64.48, which the Treasurer paid. The Company paid out $1.25 for a cap and had incurred additional charges for 6 more caps. The Committee on Solicitation reported collecting $45.50 to date. Letters of Appreciation were directed to the Citizens Street Railway Co. for the free transportation; Mr. W. Blodgett for the use of his team and driver; and the Beacon Engine Company for the invitation, its hospitable entertainment, and especially for the use of the uniforms. The Company discussed the possibility of purchasing the loaned uniforms from Beacon Engine. A Committee was established to negotiate with Beacon Engine.
Foreman Dugan presided at the December 5th regular meeting. The Committee on Solicitation reported collecting a total of $119.00. The Uniform Committee reported the uniforms had been taken to the Van Wyck Hall but had not yet been stored away. A ball (dance) was suggested for sometime in January of '05 to raise money to buy uniforms. A committee was appointed to arrange such a ball. A special meeting on December 22nd covered progress on the ball. It was scheduled for the evening of January 11th. A Reception to consist of instrumentals and vocals followed by dancing was planned. The Wappingers Falls Quintet would do the vocals. Music would be by the Savage Orchestra. An advertising card had been printed and funds would be collected "in a few days."
The regular meeting on January 3rd was devoted primarily to assessing progress on the Ball.

Receipts from the reception (ball) hadn't been fully processed by the time of the February 6th regular meeting. An offer of $250.00 was extended to Beacon Engine for the uniforms. A Special Meeting on February 20th took up the issue of uniforms. A letter from Mr. Sherwood Phillips stating Beacon Engine's position on the price of uniforms was a minimum of $5.00 each. The Company authorized the Secretary to transmit a letter declaring the Company's offer of $250.00 was firm.

At the March meeting on the 6th with Foreman Dugan, chairing, the Treasurer reported the January ball netted $110.32. The Uniform Committee reported that $200.00 had been subscribed. A Special Meeting on March 13th was called to order by Foreman Dugan. The only business documented was the secretary reporting that he had not received a reply from Beacon Engine regarding the Company's offer of $250.00 for the 54 used uniforms.
Finally, at the annual meeting of the Company on Thursday, April 4th, 1905, a letter was received from Mr. Sherwood Phillips stated that Beacon Engine had accepted our offer of $250.00 for the 54 uniforms. However, the caps would not be included. The Treasurer was instructed to pay Beacon Engine for the Uniforms upon delivery. A committee was appointed to obtain hangers for the uniforms, find missing coats, and to return the caps to Beacon Engine. Another committee was appointed to find a suitable storage place for the uniforms. Then there was the issue of new caps to be taken up at later meetings.
And at the May 1st 1905 regular meeting the Uniform Fund Committee reported progress in collecting from the membership. The missing coat and hangar committee reported progress, as did the committee on uniform storage. J.P. Dugan reported he had insured the uniforms for the Company's safety on his own responsibility. The Company voted to pay the insurance bill.
During the June 1st 1905 regular monthly meeting the Committee on Uniform care reported that the coats had been placed on hangers and were placed in the tower of the Van Wyck Hall with the exception of 2 coats that were missing. A permanent Uniform Committee was appointed. Thanks were extended to all who contributed to the Uniform Fund.

At the July 3rd meeting, The Committee on Uniform care reported progress. Another committee was appointed to investigate and buy five dozen uniform caps at a price not to exceed one dollar per cap. At a special meeting on July 24th, the cap committee presented samples and prices to the Company.

At the regular monthly meeting held on August 7th, C.D. Ham confirmed he had returned Beacon Engine's caps to them. The Uniform Fund Committee reported collecting a total of $226.00. A committee appointed to buy uniform caps reported they decided to purchase the caps at $1.30 each and would do so as soon as they had the membership's sizes.
At a relatively short meeting on September 5th, a brief discussion about a clam bake was held and the meeting was then was adjourned until September 11th. The Cap Committee reported purchasing and paying for the uniform caps.

2010 Election Results

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:00:34 -0400
Fishkill, N.Y. - April 2010 Department and Company election results are in. Chiefs

Chief Dean Scofield
Assistant Chief
Deputy Chiefs

Rad Wilson
Glenn Scofield Sr.
Glenn Scofield Jr.
Don Williams Sr.
Don Williams Jr.
Line Officers

Captain Brandon Knapp
Lieutenant Andrew Garger
Lieutenant Kevin Kilkenny
Lieutenant Joe Rapanti
Civil Officers

President Jeff Lucariello
Vice-President Mike Doyle
Treasurer Peter Phillips
Secretary Don Williams Sr.
Trustee Rad Wilson
Trustee Glenn Scofield Sr.
Trustee Todd Voltz
Trustee Rich (Radar) Wolfe
Fishkill Exempt Firemen�s Benevolent Association Officers

President Rad Wilson
Vice-President Hans Klingzahn
Treasurer Peter Phillips
Financial Secretary Eugene LaDue
Secretary Keith Scofield
Director Steve LaDue
Director Raymond VanVoorhis
Director Dean Scofield
Offiicers Page Updated: Photos
Editor's Note: Many thanks to outgoing V.P. Steve LaDue, outgoing Trustee Hans Klingzahn and outgoing Lieutenant Bill VanPelt for their dedicated service.

Protection Engine's 8th Annual Golf Outing

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:57:49 -0400

Apple Greens, New Paltz, NY

Fishkill, N.Y. - Protection Engine Company No. 1 held its 8th Annual Golf Outing at Apple Greens Golf Course on October 5, 2009. More golf detail is under the "read more" tab.

Protection Engine Company�s 8th Annual Golf Outing

Date: Monday, October 5, 2009

Location: Apple Green Golf Course

Time: 8:15AM Registration
Time: 9:00AM Shotgun Start

Format: Captain and Crew Scramble

Cost: $125.00 per Golfer

Sponsor Fee: $ 75.00 for Hole or Tee Sponsorship with sign

Player fee includes: (1) Greens Fee & Cart; (2) Lunch on Course; (3) Roving Beverage Cart; (4) Dinner at Greenbaum & Gilhooly�s Restaurant with Beer & Wine; and (5) Awards.

You must reserve your place or foursome by September 25, 2009
Only the first 25 foursomes can be accommodated

Contact Keith Scofield at 914-475-6264 or K1SCOFIELD@aol.com

We look forward to seeing you at this event. Remember; reserve early to guarantee a spot.

8th Annual Memorial of Remembrance for September 11, 2001

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:21:18 -0400

Fishkill, N.Y. - September 11, 2009 Mayor James Miccio, Deputy Mayor Peter Phillips, and the Trustees of the Village of Fishkill invite you to attend our 9-11 Memorial Service to be held Friday, September 11, 2009 at 8:30 am. The service will take place on the steps of Van Wyck Hall, 1095 Main Street, Fishkill.
In addition to conducting a solemn service relating to the events of eightyears ago, the Fishkill Exempt Fireman�s Benevolent Association, Village ofFishkill Police Benevolent Association, and Village of Fishkill will also payrespect to the deceased members of both the Village of Fishkill Fire andPolice Departments.