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On Friday, February 5, a winter storm dubbed as the Blizzard of 2010, hit the Eastern seaboard dumping more than 30 inches of snow in the Pasadena area.  The storm began Friday morning, and the vollies at the Beach turned out to up staff filling every seat available as well as some non riding members staying in to help in any way they can.  Friday evening 30 people including members, family, and career staff came together to enjoy a nice hot meal. before the calls started coming in. 

Brush 13 was running calls with the plow throughout Anne Arundel County, ensuring medical units as well as heavy equipment a safer more clear path to their destination.  Utility 13 ran calls also as support equipped with the "shovel brigade".  Special Unit 13 responded lights and siren to a call on Riviera Drive to support units responding to a medical call at Jenkins Memorial Church which had set up a shelter within the Church.  The Special Unit, equipped with a plow, kept the ramps of the firehouse and parking lot clear for the equipment. 

Around midnight Friday night Engine 132 was tranferring to Company 2, who was on a working incident in 41's area, when they developed transmission problems and ended up stuck at the shop until around 0430 hours waiting for repairs. Meanwhile, Quint 13 transferred to Co. 40, who was also on the 2 alarmer in 41's area, as Engine 131 protected the first due. 

The heavy snow continued throughthe night with strong wind gusts producing large snow drifts in the area in excess of 3 feet.  On Saturday morning, crews responded for a chimney fire in Highpoint.  Quint 13 had a difficult time manuevering through the snow covered streets, and an even more difficult time locating a hydrant.  The call was handled without incident.  Saturday, the crew from Brush 13 was relieved as a fresh crew found themselves contiuing to respond to calls all over AACO, until finally early afternoon Saturday, the crew found themselves stuck in the 13-3 box area.  After several attempts to remove the unit, Utility 13 was able to respond and get the truck out. Once they returned to the station it is was found that unit had sufferd major failure of the 4 wheel drive system rendering it out of service.

As of this publication Sunday morning, the Utility continues to repsond to calls in support of the medical and suppression equipment.  The station continues to be upstaffed by members that have been there all weekened long, while others are coming up when they can after digging thier own families out. 

Thankyou to the community for their support and patience while we handle thier emergencies in the most efficient manner possible.

Bingo is cancelled!

Due to the impending snow storm arriving on Firday, February 5, we have decided to cancel Bingo for the evening.  We appologize for any inconvenience.  Hope to see you back on Friday, February 12!!!

The following is a list of upcoming events planned for the Riviera Beach Volunteers.

April 17th- Flea Market---contact Fred Greim for info @ 410-544-2908

April 18th- Car Wash

April 25th- Basket & Vera Bradley Bingo---contact Gloria for info @ 410-693-0020

May 10-15th Annual Fireman's Carnival

May 23rd- Car Wash

The Members of the Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company would like to send our prayers to the members of the Grasonville Volunteer Fire Department.  The crew of Engine 26 had just re-entered the unit after operating on a MVC on the Kent Narrows Bridge on Rt. 50, when a Tractor Trailer side-swiped the Engine. Thankfully, everyone escaped without life threatening injuries, however 4 firefighters were transported to Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, where they were treated and released. 

This incident is a prime example of why it is so important for drivers to pay attention to where they are going rather then what it is happening at an accident scene.  Thankfully there were no serious injuries, but this very easily could have been a terrible tragedy!  

STAY ALERT!

The Officers and Members would like to express condolences to the family of Firefighter Matt  McGregor on the passing of his father Marvin.  Mr. McGregor passed suddenly on Friday, January 8.  Please keep his family in your prayers.

On Saturday January 9, 2010 the members of the Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company Installed their Officers for 2010 and presented the Annual Awards for the 2009 year.   

Newly elected Chief, James "Jay" Shipley was Installed into his position as was newly elected President Todd Sink.  Inaddition the following were Installed into their respected psoitions:

Assistant Chief Ed Kiser, Captain George Smith, Captain Bryan Gregg, Lieutenant Ron Lippy, Lieutenant Roger Gordon, Vice President Justin Towles, Recording Secretary Corinne Ebert, Corresponding Secretary Paulette Richter, Treasurer Amy Kiser, Board Members Gloria Lewis, John Richter, David Rosage, Jason Gallo, and Brian Davey.

Our Awards for 2009 were as follows:

Top Fire- Andrew Kelly w/268 runs, Kevin Conrad w/185, Brandon Pfiefer w/144 runs, Chris Fowler w/128 runs, and Dave Saulter w/93 runs.

Top EMS- Dani Sobolewski w/401 runs, Andrew Kelly w/225 runs, Brittney McElroy w/73 runs, Chelsea Davey w/52 runs, and Kevin Conrad w/51 runs.

Top Training Hours:  Ryan Cleckley w/214.5 hours, Robert McDermott w/197 hours and Kaitlin Rosage w/173 hours.

Firefighter of the Year:   Andrew Kelly

EMS Provider of the Year:   Dani Sobolewski

Fire Line Officer of the Year:  Captain Bryan Gregg

Board Officer of the Year:  Todd Sink

Chief's Award:  Lieutenant Roger Gordon

President's Award:  Brittney McElroy

Special Recognition Awards:  Billy Rambo and Russell Schlick

Edwin "Boots" Raynor Award:  Fred Greim

The following members completed  5 years of service and as such received their certificate and pin:  Corinne Ebert, Chris Fowler (actually has 7) Stacy Moore, Tara Hicks, and Heather Rogers.

In addition, David Rictor completed 10 years of service, Joseph Russo completed his 45th year of Service and Frank Malehorn completed 65 years of service in 2009!

We would like to thank the Earliegh Heights Vol. Fire Company, Co.12, for filling in for us so that all Volunteers could enjoy the evening!

A great time was had by all and we hope for a successful safe 2010 year!

The members of the Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas . 

The Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company wishes to pass on our sincerest sympathy to the family of Life members Jim and Cariol Shores on the passing of thier father, Edward Shores, Sr. Mr. Shores is the husband of the late Grace Shores, who was a Life Member of the now defunct Ladies Auxillary for RBVFC.  Mr. Shores passed away on Sunday December 20th.  There will be a memorial service on Saturday January 9, 2009 @ 11am at the Emanuel Lutheran Church on Ft. Smallwood Rd. acorss from Elizabeth Landing.

Picture Pickups for tomorrow, December 19, 2009 , will still be taking place. Any changes will be posted as soon as they come available.

President- Todd Sink                                                               
Vice President- Justin Towels
Tresurer- Amy Kiser
Corresponding Secretary –Paulette Richter
Recording Secretary-Corinne Ebert
Board Of Directors-
Gloria Lewis
Jason Gallo
John Richter
Dave Rosage
Brian Davey
 
Chief- Jay Shipley
Asst.Chief- Ed Kiser
Captain- Bryan Gregg
Captain- George Smith
Lieutenant- Ron Lippy
Lieutenant- Roger Gordon
Lieutentant- Will Rogers

Station 13 was alerted for a boat fire in Marley Creek. E181 arrived on location reporting 1 boat 100% involved, with 2 exposure boats. Cheif 13 was assigned Fire Attack. Although fire attack was able to put out the majority of the fire, the fire burned thru the lines and the boat floated out to the middle of the creek. The closest exposure boat had fire inside the cabin with extension to the haul of the boat. Crews were able to make an aggressive attack on the exposure boats preventing the damage being worse then it was. Fire boat 13 as able to tow the boat, that was adrift, back to the shore where they were able to completely extinguish the fire. Units operated on the call for approximately 2 hours.

Saturday December 5th---

Santa will make an appearance at the Firehouse Saturday morning from 11am till 2 pm. Children can come have Lunch with Santa and enjoy a puppet show while they are here. 

This years annual Santa Run will be beginning soon.  The members of Riviera Beach VFC will be escorting Santa around on his sleigh thru the neigborhoods visiting children and giving out candy canes. Weather permitting, the schedule will be as follows:

12/11   Whites Cove
           Water Oak Point
           Colony Rd
 
12/12   Bayside Beach
           Bell Haven
 
12/13   Chesterfield Hog neck rd side
           SunsetBeach
 
12/14   High Point
 
12/15   Cottage Grove
           Appian Way
           Elizabeth Landing
 
12/16   QueensPark 1&2
           Pine Haven
 
12/17   Stoney Beach
           Mt. Pleasant Beach
           Rock Hill
 
12/18   Riviera Beach left of Riviera Drive
 
12/19   Riviera Beach right of Riviera Drive
 
12/24   Green Haven
 
Schedule subject to change depending on weather.  Please come back to this website, email the webmaster or call 410-255-1314 for updates.   MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

Please help us, help a Fellow firefighter in need!

Terry Vest, an active member of RBVFC is battling a life threatening illness that pertains to the brain and spinal column.  He has been in and out of the hospital on several occasions in the past many months and just as the family thought that the problem had been fixed, his body began to reject the correction, and in turn has caused even more problems.  Because of Terry's inability to work during his illness, the family has begun to feel it's affect financially.  We, Terry's firehouse family, are attempting to help the family in anyway possible to raise funds to help them through this trying time.

At the Firehouse, Terry works closely with Cadet leader Fred Greim to keep our Cadet program running smoothly. The Cadet Program is a membership of 7-13 year old children in the community that want to be a part of the Fire Department, but are not yet old enough to be a regular member.  This program conducts fundraisers, attends parades, and also participates in training to ready them for the future. 

Terry, a husband and father of young children,  has spent his time helping the Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company prepare our youth to follow in our footsteps, and has helped in teaching the kids what it means to give back to your community, so now it is time for us to rally behind him and his family to help get them through this most difficult time.  So, please join us on Thursday October 29th, 2009 from 4pm-9pm at Five Guys Burgers & Fries in Lake Shore, where 20% of your bill will be donated to the Vest family.   Also join us on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 from 4pm-10pm @ Texas Roadhouse @ 4465 Mountain Road in Lake Shore, where 10% of your bill will be donated to the family.

Please print out the flyers. You MUST have them present when paying your bill in order for credit to given to the family.  Any questions, please contact the Webmaster. So please download the document and support the Vest family.