Three years ago the Lockwood Fire Department initiated the Vince Larson Community Service Award. It’s not an award to be awarded every year, explained Chief John Staley, noting that this is only the second time the award has been given. The American Medical Response (AMR) is this year’s recipient for the company’s strong and consistent support of the Lockwood Fire Department. Staley explained that AMR helped Lockwood get two medical monitors that usually cost $35,000 each at a great savings to Lockwood and then offered Lockwood the opportunity to purchase all their supplies through AMR at the discounted prices that their company gets, saving Lockwood District even more money. In addition whenever AMR is called upon to provide backup, they are always there, said Staley. And, even more importantly, all of Lockwood’s ambulance attendants “pre-set” with AMR which is a training period that gives them hands-on experience. Brain Hanson from AMR accepted the award. He is pictured here with Chief John Staley.
There was standing room only at the Lockwood Fire Department on Friday evening for its annual awards and recognition dinner The occasion recognizing promotions and distinguished service awards for members of the fire department.
Fire Chief John Staley swears in his son, Ryan, as a new captain at Lockwood Fire Department.
Capt. Dave McKenney retired this year from the Lockwood Fire Department after 27 years of service (not including 3 years in the reserves). He was recognized by Fire Chief John Staley at the awards ceremony for his many years of service to the community.
