GCFD Holding Recruitment Drive

The Garden City Fire Department is opening its doors to area residents so they can learn about what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter in their community, as part of a statewide program called Recruit NY. 

On April 9 and 10 from 3 to 5 p.m. the Garden City Fire Department, located at 347 Stewart Ave (Headquarters, west side of village hall), is joining in an initiative with volunteer fire departments all across the state at their respective firehouses for a unified recruitment drive, as part of National Volunteer Week 2011.

Not only will Recruit NY be an opportunity to highlight the duties and rewards that come with being a volunteer firefighter, it will also raise public awareness about the need for volunteers.

“Come on out and join us for this unique recruitment day at our firehouse,” said Chief Bill Graham. “This is a great opportunity for our neighbors to observe the exciting tasks of a firefighter. Our current members love what they do; they are everyday heroes who help neighbors in need. We hope our recruitment day will inspire other area residents to join our fire service family.”

Like most fire departments, the Garden City Fire Department needs to bolster its emergency responder numbers so it can continue to provide the optimum level of protection for its residents. Now more than ever, they need more of their neighbors joining their fire department.

During the informative program, the Garden City Fire Department will conduct tours of the station and firefighter apparatus, allow visitors to try on turnout gear, and provide activities and stations throughout the firehouse for visitors to participate in. The fire department will discuss the requirements to be a volunteer, as well as conduct demonstrations, answer questions and let visitors know how to get involved in the fire department.

For more information, visit the department website or on Facebook.