Weekly Newsletter - 2nd May 2018

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Date: 28th April - 5th May

• First Call: Crew C
• Second Call: Crew B

Date: 5th May - 12th May

• First Call: Crew D
• Second Call: Crew C

Turned out to a reported out of control burn in Vernon Ave, Mundaring. No action was required from our team, and the land owner was provided with some instruction on how to more safely conduct burns in the future. Attended by Andy, Dave W., John L, Keith, Michelle, and Warren.

The 4th of May is International Firefighter’s Day, which coincides with St Florian’s Day – the patron Saint of Firefighters. Each year, DFES holds a memorial service to pay respects to our fallen firefighters who gave the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the lives of others.

This year, DFES would like to invite the public to join us in King’s Park for the service on Sunday 6 May. See the full details below.

The Firefighters' Memorial Grove is located on the corner of Forrest Drive near the DNA Tower in King's Park.

At the monthly general meeting on Monday night, the items to be purchased using the $10,000 grant were finalised. With the grant needing to be expended before the end of the financial year, time is definitely running out to get these purchases made and the paperwork into the Shire. The following items were agreed upon:

• Flammable Liquids Store - $1661
• Oxy Soc - $650
• Thermal Imaging Camera - $1150
• Workshop Compressor - $1000
• Security Cameras - $2710
• Workbench & Vice - $800
• Facemask Cleaning Station - $1500
• Security Lighting - balance of remaining funds

It will be very exciting to see this new equipment and improvements to the station in the very near future.

No updates.

The latest Mundaring Fire School calendar is attached.

Members are reminded about the Operational Driving training course being run by Shawsett Training & Safety. Nominations for this training must be submitted by the 14th of May. Dates of the training courses are:

• Saturday 26th May
• Sunday 27th May
• Saturday 9th June
• Sunday 10th June
• Saturday 23rd June
• Sunday 24th June

The Annual General Meeting for Sawyers Valley Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade (Inc.) will be held on the 28th of May, at the Sawyers Valley Fire Station (12 Ashstead St, Sawyers Valley). The AGM will commence at 19:30, and will be preceded by a short general meeting at 19:00.

All elected positions will be declared vacant at the start of the AGM. Nominations are now called for the following positions, with all eligible members encouraged to apply:

• President
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Captain (appointment is subject to the approval of the Shire of Mundaring)
• Brigade Training Officer
• Brigade Lieutenants
• Equipment Officer
• Committee of Management (three ordinary brigade members are required in addition to the President, Captain, Secretary, Treasurer, Training Officer)

Attached is the officer bearer nomination form. Members wishing to nominate for a position are asked to complete the attached form and email completed forms to mailto:secretary@sawyersvalley.bfb.asn.au. Nominations should include a brief statement of experience / qualifications etc. Officer bearer nominations with accompanying documentation will be emailed to Brigade members for consideration. Once nominations close (Thursday 24th of May) a full list of candidates will be emailed to members. Should there be more than one nomination for a position a secret ballot will be conducted at the AGM.

Members should also consider nominations for the “Outstanding Services” (Keith Woodley Trophy) and “Marks Melting Moments” awards. Completed nominations can be placed in the ballot box located next to the attendance log at the station. Nominations close Thursday 24/5/2018. In addition to these awards, there is the” Best New Member” (Les Ryan Trophy) and “Equipment Officers” awards. These awards are chosen by the Captain and 1st Lieutenant, and the Equipment Officer respectively.

The brigade is hosting a sundowner on Friday the 18th of May. Starts at 18:00 - drop in on your way home from work (or after your shift at the Annual Street Appeal!). BYO everything. Friends and family most welcome.

This year on ANZAC Day, Mundaring Volunteer Fire and Rescue invited all Mundaring Shire bush fire brigade members to attend the local ANZAC Day march and service. Sawyers Valley was represented by Andy, Angus, and Dave R. Thank you to those members who attended.

• Saturday 5th: Training - Crew Leader
• Sunday 6th: Hazard Reduction Burn - Weather permitting, time and location to be determined
• Sunday 6th: International Firefighter’s Day Server: Kings Park, 11:15