http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/index/ "Serving Those Who Protect" en lgaume@nmml.org Copyright 2008 2008-04-04T18:35:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/serving_those_who_protect/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/serving_those_who_protect/#When:18:39:00Z Welcome to the New Mexico Fire Chief's Association Website.We are an organization created with the purpose of cooperating with other organizations to promote programs that further the goals and objectives of the fire services within the State of New Mexico. Announcements 2006-12-19T18:39:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/retired_clovis_fire_chief_bill_morey/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/retired_clovis_fire_chief_bill_morey/#When:18:35:01Z ROSWELL/CLOVIS, NM - On March 28th, 2008 Retired Clovis Fire Chief Bill Morey, age 58, had passed away. What a bitter-sweet occasion it was when firefighters from across New Mexico came together to celebrate his life. This loss leaves a gaping hole in New Mexico's Fire Service community. While Chief Morey assumed many roles (Chief, Mentor, Peer, and Friend), his years of providing instruction to many of today's volunteer and career firefighters helped create his legacy.Bill Morey’s passion for the fire service started when he was 4 years old, and remained with him until his passing. He joined the Roswell Fire Department on June 1st, 1967 and had risen through the ranks, retiring as their Deputy Fire Chief on December 1st of 1990. He then took the job of Fire Chief for the City of Clovis. He served that position from December 3rd, 1990 to June 3rd, 1996. At the time of his death he was working for AAA Fire Pro Fire Equipment of Clovis. Chief Morey’s career was full of accomplishments that made him one of the most respected fire officers in New Mexico. He was past president of New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association, and an adjunct instructor for New Mexico Fire Fighter Academy. He sat on the Board of Directors for New Mexico Municipal League and served as an advisor to State Fire Marshal’s Office for specification for fire apparatus. He was also past member of the IAFC and ISFSI. He was well renowned for his often dry satirical wit, quick laugh, and storytelling abilities. Announcements 2008-04-04T18:35:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/in_loving_memory_bill_morey/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/in_loving_memory_bill_morey/#When:22:29:00Z As you are aware, I attended Chief Morey’s Funeral yesterday and thought I would share the experience with you as it was truly a very memorable event. I was invited to ride with the members of the East Grand Plains Fire Department in their new Pumper that they had just picked up from the Smeal factory. The service at Grace Community was very nice, there were several speakers that addressed Bill’s life, his accomplishments, his dedication to Fire Services and his families, in addition to these speakers they had a power point presentation that was very powerful and provided a glimpse into Bill’s life and his family. At the close of the service a Clovis Battalion Chief sang “I’ll Fly Away” and the service was concluded. Once the service was over, the Funeral procession, including cars, Suburban’s and Fire units pulled out onto Mescalero and then turned North onto Main Street. As we passed the intersection of Washington and Mescalero, The new East Grand Plains ladder truck and the City of Roswell Ladder trucks had their ladders extended into the air and had two flags, the American Flag and the Fallen Firefighter Flag. The sight of those trucks lifted in unison and both flags flying were both emotionally stirring and sobering, from there we left the City of Roswell and headed to Clovis. During that trip, every small town that we went through that the intersections blocked off for the procession and as we passed by, we saw Fire trucks lining the side of the streets with Firefighters saluting as we passed, once the end of the procession passed them, they then pulled out onto the road and fell in line with the procession. It was in every small town and every area that a volunteer fire organization is located along that route, and it was so powerful and touching that it silenced everyone in our truck. As the procession grew, and we proceeded, we noticed that the on-coming traffic was stopped completely and stayed that way until the last unit passed, very often there were three vehicles spanning the width of the on coming traffic lanes insuring that respect was paid to the procession.  There were people standing along the roadside watching and when passing through areas there were children waving at the trucks while the parents stood and watched.  As we started to arrive in Clovis again the procession passed un-hampered by street lights or stop signs as every intersection was blocked by law enforcement officers, many of them saluted as we passed. Once we arrived at the Church, we were served a very nice meal and everyone was given a chance to stretch their legs and take a break.  Approximately 15 minutes to 3:00p.m. we were told the Honor Guards were going to exchange the casket and we all headed outside.  It was very quiet, the breeze was soft and the air was warm and you could hear the kids playing at P.E. in the school yard across the street.  Then you heard the Honor Guard receiving their orders to begin and everyone got incredibly quiet.  The City of Roswell Fire Department Honor Guard members worked in perfect unison with the City of Clovis Honor Guard.  They saluted, the bag pipes started playing and as the casket was being removed from the City of Roswell Suburban, the Honor Guard received orders to change directions so both sides faced each other.  Then they received orders to change direction, in perfect unison, while holding the casket level, they turned in direction with the Roswell Honor guard facing one direction and the Clovis side facing another.  They stood perfectly still, and then we noticed that the children that had been playing at P.E. were now lined up along the fence line of their playground on their knees watching silently as the Honor Guards flawlessly performed their duties.  At this point, the peacocks at the zoo started calling out and you started to hear the rumble of a helicopter overhead. The Honor Guard then received their order to turn a full 360 degree circle as the Aero Care helicopter passed, circled and hovered overhead.  Once their circle was completed, the members received their orders to return facing each other, as this was also executed flawlessly, the Helicopter landed in a field next to the Church and the flight members got out and stood at attention.  All this while the Honor Guard stood silently, facing each other waiting for their next order and then when it came, they lifted the casket above their heads again, smoothly and flawlessly and when it was lifted and held high, they received their orders to move forward and transfer the casket to the top of a City of Clovis Pumper unit that was draped in black crepe.  Once this was accomplished, the Honor Guard was given orders to return facing each other, to present arms and they slowly lifted their arms in a salute and while the bag pipes played and the call of the peacock drifted slowly across the breeze, the children stayed silent and so did the crowd.  Once the arms were lowered in unison, they received their orders to return facing the City of Roswell suburban and move forward until they were back in their original places where they were dismissed at that point the announcement was made that the procession would head north from the church parking lot and head to the cemetery. The procession that had grown tremendously from the time we left Roswell grew again with the addition of Clovis Fire personnel, family, friends and co-workers.  Everyone was so silent as they headed to their trucks, they were somber and quiet as they started the engines and proceeded to leave the church.  Once we left the church parking lot, we headed north, passing through neighborhoods with cars pulled over and lining the streets, individuals who were picking up their children from school, and the children all stood watching as the trucks passed them.  As we proceeded through the town, the number of people lining the streets watching and waiting grew in numbers and it stayed that way until we pulled into the cemetery.  As we pulled into the cemetery, there was a memorial area where the flag poles stood guard over a monument that had the words “Bill Morey, Firefighter” on them in Bronze lettering.  The procession pulled through the circular drive that was laid out by Cemetery staff and pulled into the parking area where we again watched the Honor Guard remove the casket from the Pumper while the bag pipes played Amazing Grace until it was placed for the graveside Memorial Service.  We watched in silence as the Honor Guard again moved in slow but precise motion while they removed the American Flag from the top of the casket, fold it and then present it to the family. The pastor spoke eloquently about Bill, his life, and his passing, he spoke about heaven and forgiveness and then a solo was again performed by the Clovis Battalion Chief as he sang The Lords Prayer.  At the closing of the Memorial Service there was a reading given regarding the history of the ringing of the Bell for Fire Services.  During the reading it was explained that before tones existed to send Firefighters out to a response, bells were used and at the end of the reading, very slowly and deliberately, they rang the bell, once, twice and three times.  Once the ringing of the bell was completed, the tones rang out for Chief Morey and final call was sent out for him and as the words “May he rest in peace” closed final call, the air was heavy with emotion and silence.  As you gazed across the crowd of people, there were tears, hugs and silence as people stood in line to pay respects to his family. Announcements 2008-03-31T22:29:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/enmr_grant_information/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/enmr_grant_information/#When:14:13:00Z ENMR Plateau Announces two additional Grant Programs; The Public Safety Education Grant and The Education Foundation School Grant to assist Rural Communities in the ENMR•Plateau Landline Service Area Clovis, NM- Rural Public Safety agencies are often at a disadvantage in expanding their knowledge and meeting mandated training requirements due to a lack of funds available from the municipalities, towns, villages or counties in which they serve. Most rural communities have volunteers who assist in both fire-fighting and emergency medical response. Rural police agencies lack the necessary training funds to send their officers for required continued education training. In order to assist with the training and educational costs associated with maintaining well-trained and certified law enforcement, fire protection, EMS, EMT and paramedic training, the ENMR Plateau Board of Directors approved a new grant known as the Public Safety Education Grant.ENMR Plateau is also offering opportunities for schools and school personnel within the ENMR service area to obtain financial support to improve teaching and learning activities through the newly approved Education Foundation School Grant. Funds will become available on a competitive basis for school districts, individual schools, departments within schools, groups of classroom teachers, or individual teachers.  Special consideration will be given to grant requests that propose the use of broadband Internet as a tool. Applications are typically for one year’s initiative and are competitive; however, applications may be considered for multi-year funding depending on the strengths of the request and justification for continued activity. In an effort to better strengthen and develop communities served by ENMR Plateau, awards of funds will be limited to schools and public safety agencies which are located within an ENMR landline service exchange. All applications will be reviewed by a board appointed committee and the ENMR Plateau Board of Directors. Awards will be presented in amounts not to exceed $5,000 per request. All grant funds will be distributed directly to the school district or public safety agency from which the application originated, although groups may join together and apply on a single application. According to ENMR Plateau’s CEO, Tom Phelps, “ENMR Plateau is pleased to offer these two grants to our area schools and public safety agencies. These dedicated men and women train to make certain we receive the necessary care when we most need it and devote time and energy in teaching school children. We are glad to assist with emergency response training funds and encourage innovation in teaching. This is another example of how we value relationships with our ENMR service area.” Announcements 2008-03-31T14:13:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/the_louis_jones_memorial_scholarship/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/the_louis_jones_memorial_scholarship/#When:16:00:01Z This scholarship was established in memory of the late Louis Jones, Fire Chief for the City of Roswell, New Mexico who died in the line of duty on March 26th, 2002. Louis was a twenty-year veteran of the department, and had been the chief for about one year. The Louis Jones Memorial Scholarship is intended to honor his work and dedication to the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association. SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA ELIGIBILITY » Applicant must be a child or grandchild of an active member, associate member, or active life member of the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association. » The applicant shall have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA upon completion of senior year in a high school or previous college term. (Transcript required) » Good moral character as attested by the letters of recommendation will be required.  Two letters of recommendation must be submitted with the scholarship application of which at least one letter must be from a faculty member from the last school attended. » Applicant must submit an essay of at least two hundred-fifty words on how this scholarship will help fulfill their educational and career goals. » Must submit a letter signifying acceptance from the institution of higher learning. SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT One $500 scholarship per year will be awarded.  Funds will be coordinated between the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association and the student’s choice of the secondary educational institution selected. Announcements 2008-03-19T16:00:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wills_for_heroes/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wills_for_heroes/#When:15:08:01Z The Need The events of September 11, 2001, remind us of the extraordinary, daily sacrifices made by emergency first responders and public safety personnel.  These individuals selflessly devote their lives to serving their communities and are prepared to pay the ultimate price in the line of duty.  Paradoxically, an overwhelmingly large number of first responders do not have even simple estate plans.  Despite the minute-by-minute, day-to-day risks they face, approximately 80-90% of first responders do not have a Will.  (This figure is based only on experiential data and feedback from first responder organizations such as the 100 Club of Arizona.  We are unaware of any agency or organization that does or can track this type of information.) Understanding this dynamic requires some understanding of the first responder psyche.  For many, thinking about and executing a Will is surrendering to the inevitable.  It is an uncomfortable reminder and realization of the imminent dangers of their jobs and mortality.  The relatively low number of first responders with Wills also speaks to the selflessness of first responders; the very nature of their profession is to think of others first, to put the good of the community before themselves.  Former Tucson Police Department commander and current 100 Club of Arizona Vice President Bob Easton put it best when he recently said, “It’s kind of like NASCAR drivers who never go to the hospital.” Like professional racecar drivers who avoid going to the hospital to protect their self-confidence, avoiding the thought of ‘what happens if I die’ is, for many first responders, an occupational necessity. The Program Wills for Heroes is unlike many other clinic or pro bono programs because we bring the program to the first responders’ doorstep.  Working with department coordinators, Wills for Heroes provides this free service by bringing together the first responder with attorneys, laptop computers, witnesses and notaries at a department station, training facility or headquarters on a predetermined Saturday.  The department’s sole responsibilities are to provide the meeting space and coordinate the appointments.  Although some unions and employee organizations offer free or reduced fee estate planning services, no service like Wills for Heroes exists in the U.S. In advance of the Wills for Heroes event, participants download and complete an estate planning questionnaire.  By receiving the questionnaire ahead of time, participants are able to think through a number of important decisions and discuss them with their spouse, partner, or other trusted friends. Upon arrival at the Wills for Heroes event, the first responder signs in and reads and executes a disclaimer.  The participant is assigned to an attorney who examines the questionnaire and inputs the information into laptops loaded with the document assembly software platform HotDocs® by LexisNexis.  The attorney reviews the draft estate planning documents with the first responder participant to ensure that they fully understand and agree to what they are executing.  After the document is explained and any corrections made, the documents are signed, witnessed and notarized in a formal signing ceremony.  On average, the first responder walks out with their estate planning documents in one hour. The Wills for Heroes participant keeps the original estate planning documents and their estate planning questionnaire.  The Wills for Heroes program does not keep a copy of the participant’s documents or information. For more information please visit the Wills for Heroes Foundation Website. 2007-09-07T15:08:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/dhs_opens_application_period_for_safer_grants/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/dhs_opens_application_period_for_safer_grants/#When:21:33:00Z DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY OPENS APPLICATION PERIOD FOR STAFFING FOR ADEQUATE FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES (SAFER) GRANTS July 27, 2007 - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted today the Program Guidance document for the FY2007 SAFER Grants at the website for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program - www.firegrantsupport.com. Under the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2007, Congress appropriated $115 million for SAFER Grants. DHS has also made available today an online applicant tutorial, Frequently Asked Questions and other materials to assist applicants in their preparation of competitive applications for these grants. Beginning July 30, 2007, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will begin accepting applications for SAFER Grants. The deadline for receipt of the SAFER Grant applications will be 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on August 31, 2007. The applications will be automated and will be accessible from the website for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program at www.firegrantsupport.com. The website also provides useful information on the SAFER Grants’ priorities and processes that are discussed in the Program Guidance. A list of Frequently Asked Questions is available, and will be updated, as the program staff learns about the areas of inquiry. An applicant tutorial on the SAFER Grant, designed to instruct users regarding the preparation and submittal of competitive applications, is also now available at www.firegrantsupport.com. Applicants who have questions regarding the SAFER Grant opportunities should contact the help desk at 1-866-274-0960 or at . During the SAFER application period, the help desk will operate Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (EDT), but is prepared to revise hours of operation based on volume and demand. Eligible applicants for SAFER Grants include fire departments (for the hiring of firefighters) and state or local organizations as well as volunteer and combination fire departments (for volunteer recruitment and retention grants). Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the SAFER Program Guidance, and utilize all other assistance materials available on the AFG Website. The SAFER Grants are administered by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency. 2007-08-02T21:33:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wildfire_risk_reduction_grant_program_deadline_extended/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wildfire_risk_reduction_grant_program_deadline_extended/#When:17:54:00Z Dear NMAC Board Members, County Managers & Collaborative Partners, The New Mexico Association of Counties solicited applications for the 2007 Wildfire Risk Reduction for Rural Communities Grant program from January 1st - March 1st, 2007.  Additional funding for the program has recently been identified and we are seeking to solicit additional applications through April 15, 2007.  I have included the application and program information in Microsoft Word and a .pdf format in this email for your convenience. Please keep in mind that funding is expected to decline next year so it is important to apply during this grant cycle.  If you need additional information, please contact me at the numbers below. Sincerely, Joy Esparsen Intergovernmental Relations Manager New Mexico Association of Counties 613 Old Santa Fe Trail Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505 (505) 820-8111 Office (505) 983-4396 Fax (505) 577-0699 Cell Wildfire_Risk_Reduction_-_Complete_Supplemental_Packet_2007.doc Wildfire_Risk_Reduction_-_Complete_Supplemental_Packet_2007.pdf 2007-03-15T17:54:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/the_louis_jones_memorial_scholarship_2007/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/the_louis_jones_memorial_scholarship_2007/#When:20:30:01Z This scholarship was established in memory of the late Louis Jones, Fire Chief for the City of Roswell, New Mexico who died in the line of duty on March 26th, 2002. Louis was a twenty-year veteran of the department, and had been the chief for about one year. The Louis Jones Memorial Scholarship is intended to honor his work and dedication to the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association. SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA ELIGIBILITY • Applicant must be a child or grandchild of an active member, associate member, or active life member of the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association. • The applicant shall have a minimum a 3.0 GPA upon completion of senior year in a high school or previous college term. (Transcript required) • Good moral character as attested by the letters of recommendation will be required. Two letters of recommendation must be submitted with the scholarship application of which at least one letter must be from a faculty member from the last school attended. • Applicant must submit an essay of at least two hundred-fifty words on how this scholarship will help fulfill their educational and career goals. • Must submit a letter-signifying acceptance from the institution of higher learning. SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT One $500 scholarship per year will be awarded. Funds will be coordinated between the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association and the student’s choice of the secondary educational institution selected. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION The New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association must receive applications no later than July 19th, 2007. SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION The President of the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association will appoint a Scholarship Committee to review and select the applicant who best meets the established criteria. The Chairman of the Scholarship Committee will present the committee’s recommendation to the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association Board of Directors for final approval. The Scholarship Committee will notify the recipient when the selection is made. TO OBTAIN AN APPLICATION To obtain a scholarship application packet, submit a request to: New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association New Mexico Municipal League Louis Jones Scholarship P.O. Box 846 Santa Fe, NM 87504 Submit the completed packet to the address noted above. Application_For_Chief_Louis_Jones_Memorial_Scholarship.pdf 2007-03-01T20:30:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/iafc_launches_new_forum/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/iafc_launches_new_forum/#When:16:35:00Z IAFC launches a new forum for sharing information about state and provincial legislation. Fairfax, Va., Jan. 24, 2007... IAFC members now have the ability to participate in state and provincial legislative discussion forums on the IAFC website. These new forums allow members to share information concerning their state- and provincial-specific legislation. Members interested in select interstate issues, such as fire-safe cigarette legislation, will find an open forum for discussion. “Up until now, fire service leaders have not had this kind of interactive community to discuss fire and EMS topics that are cropping up in their state and provincial legislatures,” said Chief Jim Harmes, IAFC president. “We are already receiving favorable feedback!” To access the State/Provincial Legislative Discussion Forums: • Go to http://www.iafc.org/statelegislativeforum .  • Click on your state or province on the interactive map or choose one of six cross-state issues that are currently posted. A webpage for your state or province will provide specific information about your state or provincial political leaders, upcoming legislation and other relevant information. • Click on “Go to the Legislative Discussion Forum” near the bottom of the screen. You can access the state discussion board to research topics, ask questions about upcoming issues and learn more about fire and EMS service-related legislation in your state/province. Additionally, you can alert others of pressing state or provincial legislative issues affecting the fire service, post questions about legislative issues to other IAFC members in their state or province, review legislative discussions from other states/provinces working on similar issues and access state/provincial resources, including hot fire-service legislative issues and legislator contact information. President Harmes encourages IAFC members to participate in the discussion forums: “This is an invaluable benefit for our members; it is also a member-driven resource that depends on member participation. The more our members use these discussion forums, the more timely and relevant information will be available for them to use.” 2007-01-25T16:35:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wildfire_risk_reduction/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/news/wildfire_risk_reduction/#When:20:42:01Z Welcome to the 2007 Wildfire Risk Reduction for Rural Communities Grant Program.  Funding for this program is provided by the National Fire Plan through the Department of the Interior/Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in cooperation with the New Mexico Association of Counties (NMAC). The program targets at-risk communities by offering seed money to help defray the costs of community wildfire protection projects.  During the past two years, the Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant Program has primarily funded projects for the development of Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP), a pre-requisite to all other activities.  In 2007, priority will be given to projects that request funding for hazardous fuel reduction, wildfire prevention, and community outreach activities that are identified in completed CWPPs. Approximately $500,000 is available for this program and grants up to $50,000/project will be considered.  A 10% cost share is required in the form of in-kind or cash contribution.  A selection panel will be convened to evaluate each project proposal and select those that best met the BLM Wildland Urban Interface criteria.  Selected projects must be completed within 12 months of award acceptance. The following items are attached for your convenience or can be found on our website at http://www.nmcounties.org: * Program Information including Grant Requirements * Application for Funding * Accomplishment Form Template Please review all materials thoroughly before submitting your application packet.  All packets are due to the New Mexico Association of Counties office by 5:00pm on March 1, 2007.  If you have specific inquiries about the New Mexico Association of Counties, Wildfire Risk Reduction Program, Application for Funding, or grant distributions please contact: Joy Esparsen, Intergovernmental Specialist NM Association of Counties (505) 820-8111 jesparsen@nmcounties.org The Department of the Interior/Bureau of Land Management and the New Mexico Association of Counties appreciate your interest in protecting our residents, communities, and state from wildland fires. Wildfire_Risk_Reduction_-_Applicant_Letter_2007.doc Wildfire_Risk_Reduction_-_Application_Form_2007.doc Wildfire_Risk_Reduction_-_Program_Information_2007.doc 2007-01-04T20:42:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/preparing_for_the_ultimate_scenario/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/preparing_for_the_ultimate_scenario/#When:19:14:00Z - Long before the rest of the country, New Mexico responders had to confront the dangers of radioactive incidents and WMD events. What they learned can help all responders who have to face the most dangerous form of emergency. Cover Story - "HS Today", December 2006 By Chief David Pasquale 2007-01-18T19:14:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/marketing_your_fire_department/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/marketing_your_fire_department/#When:02:05:00Z - Putting the Pieces Together - Thomas W. Aurnhammer, EFO, Fire Chief, Farmington Fire Department - Published in American Fire Journal 2006-12-28T02:05:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/addressing_the_fire_fighter_arson_problem/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/addressing_the_fire_fighter_arson_problem/#When:02:02:00Z - By Thomas W. Aurnhammer, EFO, CFI, Fire Chief, Farmington, NM - Published in the March, 2002, issue of The Voice, a publication of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors 2006-12-28T02:02:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/mission_statement_storyteller/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/mission_statement_storyteller/#When:02:00:00Z - Chief Thomas Aurnhammer, EFO, Farmington (N.M.) Fire Department, Fire Chief - Published in Fire Chief Magazine, January 2002 2006-12-28T02:00:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/personnel_evaluations_are_we_being_effective/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/personnel_evaluations_are_we_being_effective/#When:01:29:00Z - Performance appraisals can be as awkward to give as to receive, yet they're invaluable to the employee and to the department. - By Thomas W. Aurnhammer, Fire Marshal, Farmington (N.M.) Fire Department - Published in Fire Chief Magazine, August 1996 2006-12-28T01:29:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/fresh_heirs/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/articles/fullstory/fresh_heirs/#When:00:41:00Z - Anticipating a wave of retirements, this department started up a professional-development program that encourages personnel from firefighters through captains to prepare for positions one or even two steps above their current ranks. - Thomas W Aurnhammer, Fire Marshal, Farmington (N.M.) Fire Department - Published in Fire Chief Magazine, September 1994 2006-12-28T00:41:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/conference/exhibitor_info_2008_fire_service_conference/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/conference/exhibitor_info_2008_fire_service_conference/#When:17:42:00Z "Partnering for Safe Leadership"May 6-9, 2008Ruidoso, NM Dear Fire Service Friend: The New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association and the Southwestern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs would like to extend an invitation to exhibit at and sponsor the 2008 New Mexico Fire Service Conference. The conference will be held May 6 - 9, at the Ruidoso Convention Center in Ruidoso, New Mexico. This conference is the largest gathering of fire service officers in the state.  The conference which has traditionally been sponsored by the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association will be combined with the Southwestern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs this year.  We expect a record number of delegates from New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma representing municipal, county, state and federal agencies.  A golf tournament will kick-off the conference on Tuesday, May 6.  Breaks, lunches and the opening reception will be held in the exhibit hall to ensure maximum interaction with conference delegates. Registration fees include: one 6 foot table with 2 chairs OR one 10 foot space for a free-standing display, two outdoor vehicle exhibit spaces and one full conference registration.  Space for booths and vehicles will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be reserved until payment in full is received. Opportunities for vendor demonstrations are available to the first six companies to request them. Sponsorship opportunities are being offered to provide your organization with maximum advertising exposure.  Additional information is provided on the registration form. We hope you’ll take the opportunity to advertise in the conference program.  Your ad will be read by decision making members of the fire service from five states.  Your ad and payment must be received before April 6, 2008 to insure your inclusion in the program.  Upon receipt of your registration form and payment in full you will receive a confirmation letter that will include hotel accommodation information and other conference details. The New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association and the Southwestern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs hope you will join us in May.  We thank you for your support. Sincerely, Anita Hisenberg, Exhibit Coordinator ahisenberg@nmml.org 505-982-5573 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com 2008-03-11T17:42:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/conference/2008_new_mexico_fire_service_conference/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/conference/2008_new_mexico_fire_service_conference/#When:17:25:01Z "Partnering for Safe Leadership"May 6-9, 2008Ruidoso Convention CenterREGISTER TODAY! The New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association and the Southwestern Division of IAFC will host the 10th annual New Mexico Fire Service Conference “Partnering for Safe Leadership” May 6 - 9, 2008.  The conference program is full of timely and informative workshops; exciting special events including a meal and entertainment at the renowned Flying J Ranch; valuable door prizes and an exhibit hall packed with fire service apparatus and equipment.  A pre-conference golf tournament will be held on Tuesday, May 6 at The Links, which was ranked by Golf Digest as the “sixth best golf course in New Mexico.” Delegates’ partners or guests may register for three tours, a luncheon and a Wild West evening at the Flying J Ranch (see enclosed brochure for more information). 2008-03-11T17:25:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/events/assistance_to_firefighters_grant_afg/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/events/assistance_to_firefighters_grant_afg/#When:18:00:00Z 01/25/2007Each year the AFG regional staff conducts hundreds of workshops nationwide to provide up to date AFG grant information to applicants. These workshops are scheduled and conducted by AFG regional representatives and offer current program information for any fire and/or EMS organization that wishes to submit a 2007 AFG application. Information will be presented on the program and on the application process. Also, general assistance in the writing of a competitive narrative for an organization’s grant application will be discussed. 2007-01-25T18:00:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/events/firefighters_appreciation_day/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/events/firefighters_appreciation_day/#When:17:53:01Z 01/30/2007On behalf of the New Mexico Fire Chiefs Association, I’d like to invite your department to be an exhibitor during Firefighters’ Appreciation Day on Tuesday, January 30, 2007 in the state capitol building. 2007-01-04T17:53:01-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/training/sierra_blanca_wildland_academy/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/training/sierra_blanca_wildland_academy/#When:17:40:00Z February 5–9, 2007 Welcome to the Sierra Blanca Wildland Fire Academy. As fire-fighting professionals, it is important that we fully understand the theories and techniques of modern day wildland firefighting. The Academy’s classes have been designed to provide you with the information and knowledge to safely and effectively fight the fire threats we see today. Our philosophy is that the more professionally trained individuals we have, the better we can serve and protect our communities.  2007-01-29T17:40:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/house_bill_466_senate_bill_515/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/house_bill_466_senate_bill_515/#When:17:21:00Z HISTORY During the 2006 Legislative Session identical bills, HB 497 and SB 458 sponsored by Representative Rodella and Speaker of the House Lujan, passed each Chamber unanimously and HB 497 went to the Governor’s office for his signature. 2007-02-27T17:21:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/nmml_policy_statement_and_resolutions/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/nmml_policy_statement_and_resolutions/#When:15:49:00Z Documents available by link below: 2007-01-05T15:49:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/league_office_parking_during_the_session/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/league_office_parking_during_the_session/#When:15:46:00Z Because of the demand for parking around the Capitol during the session, the League must protect the availability of parking for our municipal officials and our staff. If you are visiting the session and need to park in the League lot, please help by observing a couple of rules: 2007-01-05T15:46:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/biography_of_a_bill/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/biography_of_a_bill/#When:15:44:00Z A bill is introduced by a sponsoring legislator on the floor of either house, numbered by the clerk and referred for consideration to one or more committees of that house. The deadline for introduction of all bills except appropriations bills or bills requested by the Governor (special message) is Noon on the 15th day of a 30-day session. Committee recommendations usually determine the success or failure of a bill. A bill may be amended in a committee or a substitute measure with the same number and general subject matter may be put in its place. If you are very interested in a particular bill, do not be dismayed if it seems to sit for a long time in a committee, particularly in a tax, finance or appropriation’s committee. Bills which ask for money or for taxing authority often lie dormant until the last few days of a session and then move with unbelievable speed. 2007-01-05T15:44:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/capital_project_funding_bills/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/capital_project_funding_bills/#When:15:42:00Z Capital outlay project requests are not introduced as legislative bills but are submitted as “capital outlay requests.” All approved requests will then be included in a major capital outlay bill for final passage. 2007-01-05T15:42:00-07:00 http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/legislative_information/ http://www.nmfirechiefs.com/ee/index.php/site/legislative/legislative_information/#When:15:37:00Z Legislative Hotline: 2007-01-05T15:37:00-07:00