History of the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department

The beginnings of the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department can be traced back to 1964. At that time most of the residents in and around Winfield were farmers. Fire protection was provided by the fire departments of Mount Airy, Sykesville, New Windsor and Libertytown, all of which were 10 miles away. The first meeting to form the new fire department was held at the Winfield Elementary School on Salem Bottom Road on November 22, 1964. The history of the department was beginning.

An official organizational meeting was then held on December 2nd at the Elementary School. Raymond Grimes was elected temporary chairman and Jay Conaway was elected temporary secretary/treasurer. In attendance at this meeting were Herman Hare, President of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association, Burnell Grogg, President of the Carroll County Fireman’s Association, Calvin Conaway, President of the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department and Chief Berger of the Rosedale Fire Company. All gentlemen provided the needed guidance during the meeting. A motion was made to adopt the name Winfield Volunteer Fire Department. Officers for the newly formed department were elected for 1965:

A decision was made to purchase a 1947 Mack 700 gallon Tanker from the Rosedale Fire Department in Baltimore County at a cost of $1900.

This unit would be the first fire engine for the department and was placed in service as Engine 141. Mr. and Mrs. George Conaway offered to sell the fire department 5.08 acres of ground located on Old Liberty Road next to South Carroll High School for $2,000 interest free for the first year. Raymond Grimes donated a vacant lot to the department to be sold to raise funds. Harry Kohler offered to survey the lot at no charge and Ralph Hoffman offered to record all deeds at no charge. The lot sold for $1,500. Attorney Bowlus agreed to draw up incorporation papers for the department at no charge. Raymond Grimes donated a pony for the first fundraising project.

The next meeting of the Winfield Volunteer Fire Department was held at the Raymond Grimes Stone House Farm on January 6, 1965. The department had 82 members and the Ladies Auxiliary had 28 members. The name of the department was officially changed to Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. The department did not qualify as a member of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association because the fire engine was 17 years old. The association’s requirement was a fire engine less than 10 years old for membership. A finance committee was established consisting of Ed Will, Charles Trump, Charles Will, Charles Hardesty, and Charles Conaway. The first carnival committee was established, Jay Conaway, Francis Crawford and Lionel Yohn. 38 members of the department agreed to attend the 60 hour Basic Fire training given by the University of Maryland. A solicitation of the community was started by members of the Winfield Volunteer Fire Department to raise the necessary funds.

Unfortunately, the first member of the Winfield Volunteer Fire Department to pass away was Donald Miller on January 30, 1965. At the next meeting on February 3rd, the building committee was selected: Beverly Mullinix, Chairman, Raymond Grimes, Harry Bennett, James Elgin, James Barnes, George Conaway, and Charles Will. In May 1965, several members of the department; Charles Hoff, Jr., Howard Legore, Ralph Hoff, Raymond Hoff, Andrew Ogle, and Roby Farver, purchased turn-out gear. On July 12th of 1965, the first carnival started. The carnival raffle consisted of a 7 HP garden tractor donated by Arthur Shipley, a portable TV donated by Walter Fleming and a 12 gauge shotgun donated by Jay Conaway. At the monthly meeting on August 4th, a motion was made by Irvin Bohr to accept building plans for a 50’ x 100’ structure with four bays and a kitchen in the back. The motion was seconded by Paul Baker and approved by the membership. On September 1st, the first line officers of the Winfield Volunteer Fire Department were elected:

Also in the September, Raymond Grimes offered a building as temporary storage for the fire truck. Charles Hoff, Jr. made a motion to sponsor Boy Scout Troop 733, a practice that still continues today. In October, Guy Construction Company was awarded the construction contract for the new fire house at a cost of $32,648.92. Harry Devries was awarded the heating plant and plumbing contract for $5,789. Howard Legore made a motion to secure a mortgage loan of $40,000 from Carroll County Bank at 5.5% interest.

On January 12, 1966, the first annual banquet of the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department was held at the Morgan Chapel Church Hall. **Herbert Corbin, a University of Maryland instructor, presented badges to the first department members completing Basic Fire Training Course:

*Mr. Corbin was then made an honorary member of the department*

The 1966 officers were:

The Taylorsville Winfield Lions Club donated $1,000 towards the new firehouse and donated a pavilion to the department, if they moved it. Howard Legore and the Hoff brothers moved the pavilion to the carnival grounds. Arthur Shipley donated a metal tower to be used for the siren and the department purchased a two-way base station radio from the Westminster Fire Department.

The new fire station was dedicated on June 11, 1966, Maryland Comptroller Louis Goldstein made a dedication address and Senator Charles Smelser was the Master of Ceremonies. The new fire house was the largest in Carroll County at the time. The 1966 carnival had gross receipts of $27,000 and made a net profit of $13,000. The Mustang car raffle held at the carnival made $2,400.

A special meeting was held on August 12 to agree on the purchase of a custom built 750 gpm American LaFrance fire truck with Detroit Diesel motor for $22,300. The department borrowed $15,000 from Carroll County Bank to pay for the new fire truck. Raymond Grimes loaned the department $1,500 interest free for two years to help pay for the new engine. There were 21 fire calls in 1966.

The Officers for 1967:

1967 saw the delivery of the new American LaFrance fire engine – known as Engine 142. The 1947 Mack, that was known as Engine 141, was renamed Tanker 14. With the new engine, the department was confirmed as the 302nd fire department in the Maryland State Fireman’s Association, on June 29, 1967.

Also in 1967 the department began receiving a county allotment from the Carroll County Government through the Carroll County Firemen’s Association. For 1967, the department received $4,040.08. The department also purchased a portable pump, a smoke ejector and a generator for the new fire engine.

In 1968, the department decided to purchase a brush truck. There were no funds in the budget for the purchase, so pledges were taken from members at a monthly meeting. The pledges totaled $1,030 and a one ton 1958 Dodge truck was purchased. This unit became Brush 144.

Dick Janney was able to purchase a 1959 four-wheel drive Jeep brush truck from the Sandy Spring Fire Department, where he was a former member, for $1. This unit became Brush 145. Also in 1968, a siren was placed at Stem’s Store in Winfield and radios were installed in Brush 144 and Brush 145. There were 92 calls for 1968.

1969 saw Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department respond to several major fires. The department assisted the Sykesville Fire Department on February 24th when a fire broke out at the Sykesville fire station damaging the station and destroying several pieces of apparatus. On March 2nd, the department responded to a garage fire in Winfield. On March 27th, the department responded to 8 brush fires on the same day and on May 2nd, Winfield assisted Mt. Airy on a 3 alarm fire at the Mt. Airy Milling Company. 1969 also saw a fire detection system and emergency lights installed in the fire station. A gas deep fryer, a flag pole, a portable generator were all purchased during the year. 1970 started out with the death of Raymond Grimes, the first President of the department. A memorial service was conducted by Reverend Hickman on January 7th. Also in 1970, a hard surface driveway was installed. A French fry stand was built on the carnival grounds. At the close of the year, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department accepted a $40,677 bid for a new 1971 American LaFrance fire engine. There were 125 calls in 1970.

The Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department was making progress. After only six years in existence, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department had 4 pieces of apparatus, 5 acres of ground and a new fire station – all paid for.

The population of the Winfield area was 17,658 as reported in 1971. In 1971, the Jeep brush truck, Brush 145, was taken out of service and Brush 146, a Dodge power wagon nicknamed “The Turtle” was purchased for $1,600.

In March of 1971, the Patapsco River flooded and the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department made several rescues. The Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department added a building to house an emergency generator to the station. The Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department borrowed $40,000 for the new fire engine, Engine 141.

In early 1972, an ambulance committee was appointed consisting of Frank Underwood, Paul Baker, Robey Farver, Wayne Logue, Edwin Haugh, Robert Clas, and David Shaw. In May 1973, Winfield placed in service its first ambulance, a 1972 International Chassis with a Springfield body, known as Ambulance 149.

The Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department ran 209 ambulance calls in 1973. The Taylorsville-Winfield Lions Club agreed to provide oxygen for the ambulance, a generous donation that continues today. The department added a canopy over the main entrance to the social hall and a roof exhaust system was added to the kitchen. On the carnival grounds, a 100’ x 12’ wide permanent building was added. The work for the project was done by the South Carroll High School Vocational Tech class. This block building remained in use until 2004 when it was upgraded with a larger structure. The carnival chairman, Robert Clas, reported a $13,000 net profit from the carnival and a $2,200 profit from the car raffle.

In 1974, Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department continued to upgrade the building by installing a concrete floor in the social hall and an extinguishing system in the kitchen. The parking lot in the rear of the station was paved, with the Ladies Auxiliary donating $4,000 toward the $7,991 project. In May of 1974, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department assisted the Sykesville Fire Department with a fire at the Gaither Manor Apartments. The firefighters were hampered by a lack of water and 11 apartments were lost.

The department’s first fire engine, Tanker 14, was retired from service on September 12, 1974. Later in the year, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department voted to purchase a new fire engine from Oren Roanoke Fire Equipment Company for $58,852. In 1975, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire on Mail Road. The basement fire killed three people and injured six others. Also in 1975, the department established a committee to enlarge the fire station and decided to replace Brush 145. A 1972 Chevy four-wheel drive was purchased for $2,200. On October 1st, the first baby was delivered in the ambulance by Henry Gartrell, Lenny Yox, Danny Showalter, and Rodney Valentine. The Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department conducted a mock disaster drill at the Salem Church, involving a simulated furnace explosion with 30 causalities.

In early 1976, the blueprints for the fire station addition were completed and the project was sent out to bid. In March of 1976, a new ambulance, a dual wheeled Chevrolet chassis with Horton 450 box, was purchased for $17,773.65. Later in the year, a handicap ramp was installed upstairs for the social hall. Mr. Fishpaw donated a sign for advertising events in front of the fire station. In December of 1976, Engine 143 was placed in service, at a total cost of $63,544.

In March of 1977, four members of the department, John Laster, Rodney Valentine, Leonard Yox, and Billy Gardner, took Cardiac Rescue Technician training. This training allowed these members to provide Advanced Life Support. A stage and a Big Six stand were built on the carnival grounds. A $61,000 bid was accepted for the fire station addition.

In March of 1978, discussion began on whether or not to hold a weekly bingo. In September, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department decided to hold weekly Bingo on Wednesday nights. Engine 142 was involved in a roll-over accident while en route to Salisbury Equipment for rehab. Repair for Engine 142 was $17,350. The county allotment for the year was $29,450 and the carnival profit was $35,254. In August 1978, the final occupancy permit was received for the new addition. The department borrowed $80,000 from Westminster Trust for the building addition project. Robert Farver was voted Fireman of the Year for 1978.

There were several upgrades made to the social hall in 1979. They included a new paint job, a PA system and an ice machine. A front mounted pump was purchased for Brush 145 at a cost of $7,400. Earl Baker, Sr. became the President of the Carroll County Volunteer Fireman’s Association in May 1980. He served a one year term that end in May 1981, with the Carroll County Fireman’s Association Annual Convention being held at Winfield. Upgrades continued in 1980 with a new floor installed in the social hall and kitchen, a new roof for the entire fire station and a new road to the rear of the station. On Christmas morning 1980, the department responded to a fire at Andy’s Body Shop in Woodbine. The fire destroyed the body shop and the apartments above it. Firefighters battled the fire in below freezing temperatures.

In 1981, a new septic system was installed at a cost of $2,400, a new ceiling installed in the social hall, and an automatic damper was installed on the furnace. Profit for the carnival was $16,662 and the carnival raffle was $8,000. Engine 142 was overhauled at a cost of $8,500. In 1981, there were a total of 261 fire calls and 430 ambulance calls.

In March of 1983, a blizzard struck the area. A new shower was installed in the member’s bathroom and new bay doors were installed. A decision to refurbish Engine 143 with an all aluminum body was made in November 1983 at a cost of $34,155. In January of 1984, 911 became the emergency number for Carroll County. Later in the year, the county’s Emergency Operations Center and Dispatch Center moved to the fire training center on Washington Road, in Westminster. On January 11, 1984, Ambulance 18, while on loan from the Mt. Airy Fire Department, was involved in an accident while responding to a call. Also in 1984 an oxygen bottle filling system was donated by the Taylorsville Winfield Lions Club. A membership manual was developed and approved for all members of the department. Total fire calls for 1984 was 380 calls, 260 first due and 120 mutual aid.

The Winfield Junior Fire Department was created in June of 1985. This organization allowed youths from the ages of 14 – 16 to participate in fire department events and trainings to prepare them for membership into the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department. Also in June of 1985, Utility 14, a Chevrolet Suburban, was purchased for $13,000 from Jeff Barnes Chevrolet. The Ladies Auxiliary donated $6,000 towards the purchase. 1985 also saw the deaths of two charter members, James Bushey and Charles Will Sr., the department first fire chief. In 1986, a Pirsch fire engine with a four door cab was placed in service replacing Engine 142, total cost $155,439. The old Engine 142 was sold to a company in Texas for $11,500. Brush 146 was retired from service in June of 1986. In June of 1986, discussion began on the need for paid EMS personnel at Winfield. In August the firehouse was struck by lightning, damage included the bingo board and the ice machine. Total fire calls for 1986 was 504 calls, 391 first due and 113 mutual aid.

1987 saw a walk-in refrigerator/freezer added to the kitchen and the front parking lot was resurfaced at a cost of $40,000. The department voted to allow County Roads crews to stay in the fire station during snow storms. A & D Towing and Salvage donated a 350 cubic inch engine for the brush truck. Also in 1987, the Junior Fire Department lowered the age for membership to 12. Total fire calls for 1987 were 467. In May 1988, rescue tools were added to Engine 141 and in June, Utility 14 was upgrade with Advanced Life Support equipment. In 1988, the electrical system was updated and air conditioning added to the social hall at a cost of $60,000. A committee was established to study the need for hiring EMS personnel, and then in August of 1988 the Board of Directors voted to hire part-time paid EMS personnel. On October 16 th, 1988, the first part-time paid personnel began at Winfield. Ricky Warner donated trailers that were converted into an office and a stage for the carnival grounds. Total calls for 1988 were 411 fire calls and 487 EMS calls

The next year, 1989, the carnival grounds were upgraded with a new sound system and a new stage. Long time member and past treasurer Robert “Bingo Bob” Shellk passed away in August of 1989. An advertising sign was erected in front of the station dedicated to his memory. Total calls for 1989 were 335 fire and 524 EMS calls.

In 1990, the department decided to begin running Utility 14 as the back up unit on medical calls in place of a fire engine. This changes the way in which total fire calls are calculated, as ambulance assists calls are now not considered fire responses. The Junior Fire Department purchased a gas detector for the fire department. The bunk room was enlarged and in June 1990, and a decision was made to replace Engine 143 with an American LaFrance Century 2000 fire engine at a cost of $257,300. The new engine was placed in service in January 1991. Total calls for 1990 were 296 fire calls and 445 EMS calls.

In January 1991, a computer aided dispatching printer was installed in the station. Past Chief Tim Warner was selected as the 2nd Vice President of the Carroll County Volunteer Fireman’s Association. Building upgrades in 1991 included a new roof, new siding and the air conditioner replaced. In June of 1991, Engine 142, while responding to a working fire in Gamber, was struck by a vehicle at Route 91 and Deer Park Road. There were no fire department personnel injured but the two occupants of the auto were injured in the accident. The department was sued for $1 million by the driver of the auto. The case was settled out of court in December 1993 for $3,250.

A skidpack was purchased for Brush 147 in March of 1992. In June of 1992, Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department purchased the air unit from Reese for $25,000, the unit became known as Air Unit 14. A new flag pole was installed in front of the station in memory of Frank Bushey and Leo Davis. Upgrades continued in 1992, with new stoves for the kitchen and new air cleaners for the hall. The Junior Fire Department bought a TV for the day room. In December of 1992, past fire captain Ernie Poole was killed in a fiery motor vehicle accident in which Winfield responded to. A trust fund was established in Ernie’s memory for his daughter Nicole. 1992 ended with 412 fire and 493 EMS calls.

In February 1993, the Fire Police were allowed to utilize red lights on the private vehicles when at the scene of emergency incidents Amy Fleming was crowned Miss Winfield Fire Prevention Queen in July of 1993. She went on to be crowned both Miss Carroll County and Miss Maryland Fire Chief’s Fire Prevention Queen. The rear parking lot was repaved and expanded at a total cost $50,000 and the Pit Beef stand was built on the carnival grounds. A decision was made in November of 1993 to purchase a new McCoy Miller ambulance at a cost of $58,876. Total calls for 1993 were 495 fire calls and 612 ambulance calls.

Brush 147’s motor was replaced in February of 1994. In March, the department began an investment portfolio. In April of 1994, the department began sending a quarterly newsletter to all members. Building renovations included a new bingo machine and a complete remodel of the upstair’s bathrooms. A new ambulance was purchased in June. Past Chief Tim Warner was named President of the Carroll County Volunteer Firemen’s Association. In July 1994, Nicole Laster was named Miss Winfield Fire Prevention Queen. She goes on to be crowned Miss Maryland Fire Chief’s Association Fire Prevention Queen . Also in July, Carroll County required all emergency responders to have Hazardous Materials Operations certification. In the fall, both the Pizza and French Fry buildings on the carnival grounds were replaced. 1994 ended with 373 fire and 569 EMS calls.

In January 1995, the Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department upgraded its vehicle rescue capabilities by putting the Hurst Tool, known as Jaws of Life, on Engine 141. Building renovations for the year included new ceiling tiles and paint in the social hall. Engine 142 was refurbished at a cost of $60,000. In May, the department decided to make the entire building tobacco free. On May 20, 1995, the convention for the Carroll County Volunteer Firemen’s Association is held at Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department. In September, the first annual Oscar “Pop” Warner memorial golf tournament was held benefiting the department. In October, a new Chevrolet Suburban is purchased to be known as Utility 14. The old Utility 14 is kept as a support vehicle and is known as Utility 14-1. A new Kubota tractor was purchased for use around the grounds at a cost of $13,000. Equipment upgrades for the year include new ladders, a CO2 monitor, a heat gun and two Hurst rams. In December of 1995, weekly bingo was ended due to declining crowds.

In 1996, charter member and past president Howard Legore was inducted into the Carroll County Firemen’s Association Hall of Fame. Later in the year, he was nominated for the “Most Beautiful Person in Carroll County” award. 1996 also saw Engine 142 refurbished. On the EMS front, a Lifepak 10 monitor/defibrillator and a portable pulse oximeter was purchased for the medic unit. In December a Lifepak 300 automated external defibrillator (AED) is purchased for emergency responses. On December 31 st, Winfield assisted Westminster on a 5 alarm fire at the Gill Gym at Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College). 1996 ended with 447 fire calls, 288 first due and 159 mutual aid, and 626 EMS calls.

In January of 1997, the county dispatch center was moved from the training center grounds to the County Office Building. In March, a GPS system was added to Ambulance 149, this device provided latitude and longitude coordinates for helicopters. In April, the department upgraded its cardiac monitor to a LifePak 11, the Ladies Auxiliary donated $10,000 towards its purchase. Building renovations for the Spring included new beds for the bunkroom and a large pavilion built on the carnival grounds. In June, a new air unit was purchased. This 1997 New Lexington/International truck has a 45KW PTO generator that powered an air compressor and a 4 – 2000 watt light tower. On July 1, 1997, Winfield began billing for EMS transports. This decision was based on the ever increasing costs of providing emergency care and transport. On July 6 th, Carroll County switched to an 800 MHz radio system at a cost of $8.17 million. In September, the department purchased an automated external defibrillator (AED), that was partially funded by a grant from Prudential. The building renovations for the Fall included new windows and energy saving lights throughout the stations.

Also, a large maintenance building was built next to the stage on the carnival grounds. On October 14 th, Air Unit 14 was involved in an accident with Union Bridge Engine 81 at the scene of an emergency incident. The cause was driver error and there was significant damage to both units but no injuries. 1997 ended with 378 Fire calls and 628 EMS calls.

In July 1998, the department upgraded its EMS equipment with the purchase of a Lifepak 12 monitor/defibrillator/12 lead. In November, the department was donated approximately 3 acres of land including a pond from the Wright family. The land is located directly across from the fire department and has been upgraded to serve as a water supply site for emergency responses.

In June 1999, Winfield places in service a new American Lafrance/New Lexington Rescue Pumper known as Engine 141. The unit holds 750 gallons of water, is equipped with a 1500 gallon per minute pump, carries 1800 feet of 5” hose, has a 15KW generator, and carries a full compliment of HURST rescue equipment. The new unit replaced the 1971 American Lafrance. This engine was donated to the Turkey Heaven Fire Department in northern Alabama. In August the department placed in service a new ambulance at a cost of $60,865.

2000
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Howard Legore, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Jeanne Legore, Treasurer: Alison Arrowood, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: John Morrill Board of Directors: Gary Rains, Dick Baker, Pat Boone, Barry Cullop, Norman Zepp, Wayne Logue Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Ronnie Legore, 2nd AC: Tim Legore, Fire Captain: Sean Ellis, Fire Lieutenants: Robin Lamb, Scott Warner, Larry Brister, Mike Fogle, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Dave Bettinger, Gene Naill Ladies President: Becky Logue-Ruckman, VP: Ann Kolpack, Secretary: Shay Prince, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Barbara Zepp, Chaplain: Ruth Bennett, Historian: Ethel Farver

New Utility 14-1 was placed in service. County purchased old Utility 14-1. Dedication of the Hall of Fame took place at Carroll Community College. Tim Warner elected President of Chief’s Association. Equipment committee recommended to sell E-142 and replace it with a Tanker – approximately $240k. Ladies purchased 24 new tables and chairs. Generous donation from the ladies auxiliary was made at the annual banquet. Juniors upgraded the rescue system on E-141. County purchased and placed in service a safety house for all FD’s to be able to utilize on Aug. 26th – Debbie trained 75 individuals throughout the County to operate the safety house and got the approval from the CC Board of Ed for the safety house to be used as an educational elective for all second graders pending Principal support at each school. Carroll County Times sent us a certificate for being voted honorable mention for Carroll’s Best Carnival. Carnival profit $57,468.00. Permit for the road to the pond approved. 2000-2001 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Katie Lamb who also won Miss Carroll County and Miss MFCA, Junior Miss Angel Vaccarino and Little Miss Jessica Erikson. Total fire calls for the year 401. Total EMS calls for the year 825.

2001
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Tim Warner, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Jeanne Legore, Treasurer: Alison Arrowood, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Dr. Gail Annis-Forder, Board of Directors: Barry Cullop, Pat Boone, Norman Zepp, Wayne Logue, Jim Zuna, Billy Gardner, Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Ronnie Legore, 2ndAC: Tim Legore, Fire Captain: Sean Ellis, Fire Lieutenants: Mark Davis, Robin Lamb, Scott Warner/Billy Gardner/Eddie Zepp, Larry Brister, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Dave Bettinger, Gene Naill, Ladies Auxiliary President: Barbara Zepp, VP: Becky Logue-Ruckman, Secretary: Shay Prince, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Ethel Farver, Historian: Ruth Bennett

The department was looking into selling E-142. Liberty Street Rods made a presentation along with a check for $400.00 and a plaque. The Ladies Auxiliary made a donation to the department to get the FETN satellite television-training network for the station. This allowed the department to continue training personnel as MFRI was canceling many classes. New Tanker arrived in July. Ladies supported the purchase of a Thermal Imaging Camera - approximately $20k. March 11th an overnight ambulance driver incentive program began. 2001-2002 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Micki Leuthje, Jr. Miss, Michelle Sykes and Little Miss Grace Fansler. Total fire calls for the year 407. Total EMS calls for the year 839.

2002
Officers: President: Tim Warner, VP: Norman Zepp, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Kevin Warner, Treasurer: Alison Arrowood, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Dr. Gail Annis-Forder, Board of Directors: Scott Legore, Robert, Farver, John Laster, Wayne Logue, Jim Zuna, Billy Gardner Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Sean Ellis/Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Mark Davis, Fire Lieutenants: Dave Wallace, Zach Schneider/vacant, Dave Morgan/Scott Dayhoff, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Dave Bettinger/Casey Naill, Gene Naill, Ladies Auxiliary President: Becky Logue-Ruckman, VP: Shay Prince, Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Asst. Secretary: Barbara Zepp, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Rosalee Frizzell, Historian: Emma Foltz

A renovation committee was created. Liberty Street Rods made a presentation of a check for $400 and a plaque. County was actively pursuing a VHS or high ban paging system to replace the current low ban system. Received bids for a new ambulance; will purchase one next year. The Ambulance Association replaced the used ambulance with a new ambulance. The Juniors adopted two families to assist this year. The overnight ambulance driver program has been expanded to cover day and evening hours on Saturdays and Sundays. Substance abuse policy adopted, each member had to read, sign and adhere to the policy. Voicemail installed on the phone system. E-142 was permanently placed out of service and the equipment removed. 2002-2003 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Angie Vaccarino, Junior Miss Stacie Jaret and Little Miss Maura Taylor. Wayne Logue was inducted into the Carroll County Volunteer Fireman’s Association’s Hall of Fame. Total fire calls for the year 417. Total EMS calls for the year 874.

2003
Officers: President: Tim Warner, VP: Norman Zepp, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Jeanne Legore, Treasurer: Alison Arrowood, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Dr. Gail Annis-Forder, Board of Directors: Scott Legore, John Laster, Jim Zuna, Billy Gardner, Barry Cullop, Ricky Warner, Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Mark Davis, Fire Lieutenants: Scott Dayhoff, Dean Zepp, Sean Hall, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Casey Naill/vacant, Gene Naill, Ladies Auxiliary President: Becky Logue-Ruckman, VP: Shay Prince, Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Asst. Secretary: Barbara Zepp, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Rosalee Frizzell, Historian: Bob Waddell

Greg Dods completed Fire Officer 3. At this time there is no other Fire Chief in Carroll County certified as a Fire Officer 3. Scott Warner, Dennis Henley and James Main received Resolutions from the MSFA for being put into active duty for the War on Iraq. MFRI went through a reorganization and downsizing. New ambo arrived. Carnival Gross was $179,526.25, raffle profit was $16,751.00. The county now has low ban frequencies but we are waiting to get permission to use them. Liberty Street Rods presented a plaque and $400. County Fire Prevention Committee raised $5k for the Firefighter Memorial in Annapolis. Relocating the 911 center is on hold until the State unfreezes the funds. Physicals to ride apparatus became mandatory this year. Junior FD placed 1st in battle of the buckets at Jr. Day. 2003-2004 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Stephanie Wilson who also won Miss Carroll County, Jr. Miss Christine Wall and Little Miss Shayna Keith. Total fire calls for the year 442. Total EMS calls for the year 856.

2004
Officers: President: Norman Zepp, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Frank Grimes, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Dr. Gial Annis-Forder, Board of Directors: Scott Legore, John Laster, Ricky Warner, Barry Cullop, George Zepp, Wanda Legore, Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Scott Dayhoff, Lieutenants: Dean Zepp, Sean Hall/Jason Jackman, Dave Wallace/Casey Naill, Jason Jackman/Jamie Alder, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Casey Naill/Gene Naill, Gene Naill/Deb Hall, Ladies Auxiliary President: Shay Ranke, VP: Barbara Zepp, Secretary: Joan Cumberland, Asst. Secretary: Lynn Ganske, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Bob Waddell, Historian: Emma Foltz

Applied for a Homeland Security grant for a station sprinkler system, security/access control/intrusion detection/surveillance system and an additional thermal-imaging camera. Carnival gross was $203,500.00. Carnival book profit was approximately $4k. Carnival Raffle profit was $18,986.69. The County Fire/Rescue Operations Committee created a minimum requirement to be a firefighter in Carroll County. Liberty Street Rods presented us with a plaque and a check for $1k towards our renovations. A bill has been drafted for raffles to go to the legislature. This would allow us more raffle opportunities & more fundraising opportunities. Ronnie Legore was inducted into the Carroll County Volunteer Fireman’s Association’s Hall of Fame. A Special Friend Award was received for allowing Special Olympics to utilize our grounds. Renovation bids came in for review. Received a grant via Walmart’s Hometown Hero’s Grant Fund – received $2k and it will be utilized to improve fire protection water supply systems in our first due area and purchase of a training mannequin. Applied for a grant via Homeland Security’s Fire Prevention & Safety Program. We applied for funds to help pay for the sprinkler system to be installed in the building during the renovations project. 2004-2005 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Heather Morgan, Jr. Miss Kelly Baker and Little Miss Riley Shipley. Debbie Gartrell-Kemp won Fire Educator of the Year presented by the MD State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Silver Spring Award from the MSFA. Total fire calls for the year 390. Total EMS calls for the year 794.

2005
Officers: President: Norman Zepp, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Frank Grimes, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Dr. Gail Annis-Forder, Board of Directors: Ricky Warner, Barry Cullop, George Zepp, Wanda Legore, Jim Zuna, Tim Warner, Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Scott Dayhoff, Lieutenants: Dean Zepp, Jason Jackman, Casey Naill, Jamie Alder, EMS Captain: Gene Naill, EMS Lieutenants: Edwin Aponte-Rivera, Deb Hall, Ladies Auxiliary President: Shay Ranke, VP: Barbara Zepp, Secretary: Joan Cumberland, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Janice Guynn, Historian: Emma Foltz

County is discussing moving the Training Center. Carnival raffle profit $18,334.71. County approved our renovations for $2.9 million – renovations will cost $2.9 to $3.2 million and will begin Nov. 2005. Jamie Alder created a new Winfield patch. Liberty Street Rods presented us with a plaque and $500. Received a grant from Walmart for recruitment and retention. Grand total solicitation profit was $46,839.92. Winfield received a yellow helmet plaque for donating $1k to the Memorial in Annapolis. Carnival profit $50,907.00. 2005-2006 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Nicole Poole who also won Miss MFCA, Junior Miss Christine Harrison and Little Miss Natalie Wilson. Total fire calls for the year 379. Total EMS calls for the year 811.

2006
Officers: President: Norman Zepp, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Frank Grimes, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Board of Directors: Wanda Legore, George Zepp, Jim Zuna, Tim Warner/Danny Warner, Jim Heckendorn, Jamie Alder, Chief: Greg Dods, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Scott Dayhoff/Tim Warner, Lieutenants: Dean Zepp, Jason Jackman, Casey Naill, Zach Schneider, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, Lieutenants: Gene Naill, Deb Hall, Ladies Auxiliary President: Barbara Zepp, VP: Joan Cumberland, Secretary: Tammy Alder, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Janet Barnes, Historian: Rosalee Frizzell.

Patrick Cullop is closing in the South food booth for his Eagle Scout project. Dr. Sureja donated $1k to the new bunkroom bedding. ISO rating was lowered to an 8, more work to be done to hopefully get it lowered to a 6 or 7. Received a grant from the Williams Companies Home Grown Giving Campaign for $500 to be used towards gear, gloves, boots and helmets. Wildwood Fire Department from Moorehead City, NC, purchased the Air Unit. Bud Hoff became an Honorary Member of the Department. Renovation punch list being worked on with the contractor. Motion to sell Engine 143 and Air Unit 14. August 27th new firehouse dedication took place. MSFA sent Resolutions in memory of Carol Warner and Albert Buckingham. Training Center on Lehigh property in Union Bridge was discussed. E-143 replacement bid is $455,903.00. 2006-2007 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Amanda Zepp, Jr. Miss Grace Fansler and Little Miss Brittany Keenan. Total fire calls for the year 468. Total EMS calls for the year 826.

2007
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Edwin Aponte-Rivera, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Rev. Judith Emerson, Board of Directors: Jim Zuna, Danny Warner, Jim Heckendorn, Jamie Alder, Bob Hardesty, Dave Wallace, Chief: Tim Warner, 1st AC: Tim Legore, 2nd AC: Robin Lamb, Fire Captain: Greg Dods, Lieutenants: Zach Schneider, Jason Jackman, Casey Naill, Kevin Warner, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, Lieutenants: Gene Naill, Deb Hall, Ladies Auxiliary President: Barbara Zepp, VP: Joan Cumberland, Secretary: Tammy Alder, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Janet Barnes, Historian: Rosalee Frizzell.

Mo is working on getting the FD a sign board. Obtained RIT equipment from the County. Received a grant to replace the Brush Truck. $31,610.60 for a Ford F-350 extended cab with a 6 foot bed from Century Ford. CCVESA gave special thanks to Robin, Mary and Katie Lamb for the job they did with Junior Day. Lenny Yox is working on a Fire Service Technology Class at CCC for the year 2008-2009. Solicitation total $45,194.30. E-142 and the Tanker had a GPS installed. Carnival book profit $2,999.47. Accepting bids for Bruch 147. 2007-2008 Miss Winfield Fire Prevention was Stacie Jaret, who also won Miss MFCA and MSFA First Runner-Up, Jr. Miss Maura Taylor and Little Miss Morgan Alder. Total fire calls for the year were 399. Total EMS calls were 918.

2008
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Debbie Gartrell-Kemp, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chief: Tim Warner, 1st AC: Jason Jackman, 2nd AC: Tim Legore, Fire Captain: Greg Dods, Lts: Zach Schneider, Dave Wallace, Casey Naill, Scott Dayhoff, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lts: Gene Naill, Deb Hall. Board of Directors: Jim Heckendorn, Billy Gardner, Bob Hardesty, Ricky Warner, Jr. Edwin Aponte-Rivera, Kevin Warner, Pat Boone, Chaplain: Judith Emerson, Lawyer: Titus, Ladies Auxiliary President: Barb Zepp, VP: Joan Cumberland, Secretary: Tammy Alder, Asst. Sec: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain: Shay Ranke, Historian: Emma Foltz.

The fitness room was approved to be expanded. Barb Zepp became President of the County Ladies Auxiliary. The Ladies Auxiliary purchased a 911 simulator to assist the department in their fire prevention efforts. The 2008-2009 Miss Winfield was Brooke Atwell, Junior Miss Brittany Keenan who also won Junior Miss CCVESA and Little Miss Amber Legore. Dick Baker was inducted into the MSFA Hall of Fame and Stacie Jaret was named MSFA Miss Fire Prevention First Runner Up. WCVFD served as a collections site for donations that were taken to Winfield, Missouri, to assist with the flooding. Winfield donated $500 and Wanda Legore delivered 1,000 pounds of school supplies which assisted 300 kids. The Ladies Auxiliary gave $2k as well as the fire department another $2k towards the “Heart Smart” program to purchase AED’s for the two elementary schools in our district. There were 854 EMS calls for the year and 402 Fire calls.

2009
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Debbie Gartrell-Kemp, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Rev. Judith Emerson, Lawyer: Titus, Chief: Tim Warner, 1st AC: Zach Schneider, 2nd AC: Jim Heckendorn, Fire Captain: Greg Dods, Lieutenants: Tim Legore, Casey Naill, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Gene Naill, Deb Hall, Board of Directors: Bob Hardesty, Ricky Warner, Jr., Pat Boone, Kevin Warner, Dick Baker, Jason Jackman, Ladies Auxiliary President: Barbara Zepp, VP: Joan Cumberland, Secretary: Tammy Alder, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Ann Kolpack, Chaplain Shay Ranke, Historian Emma Foltz.

Josh Dayhoff was presented with his Rookie of the Year plaque since he wasn’t at the banquet. The County has obtained a new Hazmat Duty Vehicle. They were also approved to purchase a new Hazmat vehicle to replace HM 30 which will be funded by a grant. Kim Gardner presented information on the Hometown Hero programs New Windsor State Bank offers. We received a $115,270.00 grant. Scott Dayhoff explained that $45k is for laptops, $56k for software, $6k for a 4 year service contract and $9k for a battery operated Hurst tool for E. 142. Approved increasing the departments EMS billing rates by $100 per level based on the recommendation of the County EMS Committee. A software company will install the maps that Rodney has created. When we get a call the map will come up on the screen along with GPS turn by turn directions. County is putting an interim burn building at the Northern Landfill. The Fire Dept. will begin to handle some catering events – John Abbott to head this up. County Convention hosted at Winfield – received many “Job Well Done” compliments. Phone system being upgraded. U-14-1 is being moved to non-emergency status, U-14 will be retrofitted for a Duty Vehicle and the plan is to purchase a new Suburban style utility to become the front line EMS utility. New chairs were purchased for the hall. Life Pak 15’s were purchased. Plaque and $500 presented to us by Liberty Street Rods – 21st Annual Car Show. 2009-2010 Miss Winfield was Justine Wright, Junior Miss was Samantha Magee and Little Miss Alexandra See. Total Fire calls for the year 335. Total EMS calls for the year 806.

2010
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Debbie Gartrell-Kemp, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Chaplain: Rev. Judith Emerson, Lawyer: Titus, Chief: Tim Warner, 1st AC: Zach Schneider, 2nd AC: Tim Legore, Fire Captain: Greg Dods, Lieutenants: Jim Heckendorn, Evan Dayhoff until September, Mark Davis, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, Lieutenants: Deb Hall, Ryan Bowman, Board of Directors: Shawn Jaret, Carl Broussard, Ricky Warner, Jr., Pat Boone, Dick Baker, Jason Jackman, Ladies Auxiliary President: Janet Barnes, VP: Linda Laster, Secretary: Tammy Alder, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Becky Logue-Ruckman, Chaplain: Mary Lamb, Historian: Mike Baynar.

We now have paging software, it is internet based so we can send pages, text messages and emails. We created a separate page on our website for Community Events. The County placed a new Hazmat Unit in service. Reviewed fundraising hours and the process for submitting these hours. Decision was to post a single sign-up sheet for one month following the event and then the hours will be entered into the computer system. A monthly report will be generated showing hours accumulated and discrepancies will be addressed. Winfield hosted the MSFA North Central Regional Junior Miss Contest. An official Winfield VFD Facebook page was created. Winfield participated with the Every 15 Minute Program for SCHS. Fitness Room is complete – looking for some more equipment. CO Monitor purchased for E-141. Received use and occupancy permit for the kitchen and dumpster area. Debbie won the Silver Spring award at the LAMSFA Convention. Received reimbursement from Carroll County Roads for snow storm meals. Fire Prevention Book placed 7th out of 27 at the MSFA Convention. Winfield/Debbie is now assisting Peggy Webb with the Visual Smoke Alarm Program for the State of MD. $500 fire prevention grant was received for the open house through the MSFA/FM Office. Liberty Street Rods made a presentation of a plaque and $500. The 2010-2011 Miss Winfield was Stacie Jaret who also won First Runner-Up CCVESA Miss Fire Prevention, Jr. Miss Morgan Alder who went on to win Jr. Miss CCVESA and then Jr. Miss MFCA and Little Miss was Marissa Lawson. There were 370 fire calls for the year and 884 EMS calls for the year.

2011
Officers: President: Scott Legore, VP: Robert Farver, Secretary: Kim Legore, Asst. Secretary: Debbie Gartrell-Kemp, Treasurer: Jeanne Legore, Asst. Treasurer: Sandy McKenzie, Lawyer: Titus, Board of Directors: Shawn Jaret, Carl Broussard, Dave Morgan, Mike Baynar, Dick Baker, Jason Jackman, Chief: Tim Warner, 1st AC: Zach Schneider, 2nd AC: Tim Legore, Fire Captain: Greg Dods, Lieutenants: Jim Heckendorn, Evan Dayhoff, Mark Davis, EMS Captain: Rodney Valentine, EMS Lieutenants: Deb Hall, Ryan Bowman, Ladies Auxiliary President: Janet Barnes, VP: Yvonne Baker, Secretary: Tammy Farver, Asst. Secretary: Bonnie Stevens, Treasurer: Becky Logue-Ruckman, Chaplain: Mary Ellen Wilson, Historian: Carla Baynar.

It is highly recommended to Pro-Board any class you take if possible. MD Pro-Board will be doing a year long program for persons with previous editions of classes to allow you to waive requirements to get Pro-Boarded. Ladies presented a check for $12,600 towards the bingo machine, Life Pak 15 and outside benches. $1700 worth of damage took place to the outside walk in box. The importance of fundraisers was discussed to pay for the building and equipment. The CCVESA received and extra $162k for the budget that will go towards physicals and workman’s comp. The committee will work to distribute the rest of the funds. Emergency by-law change was approved regarding officer qualifications. Debbie won the Jane Todd Award for Outstanding Fire Prevention from the LAMSFA and Janet Barnes was inducted into the LAMSFA Hall of Fame. Fire Prevention books placed first and second and second over all out of all books submitted at the MSFA Convention. 9/11 Rememberance Ceremony took place at the County Office Building – Winfield participated. County Miss Fire Prevention contest was hosted by Winfield. Vision 20/20 Conference was hosted by Winfield and FABSCOM. The way the minutes are being taken will change immediately per the advice of the lawyer. SCHS invited us to a short ceremony to honor first responders before a football game and to do a coin toss - Mo & Morgan attended the event. The Board made a motion to purchase a $10k 24 hour accidental Death and Disability policy for active members. The Board approved the purchase of Cecil Counties Safety House for $5500. Liberty Street Rods presented us with a Top Sponsor plaque and a $500 check. FF Boot Camp began – trainers for a fitness class which is available free to all members. FD treated the Ladies to their Christmas Dinner. NIMS 300/400 now required by TFMC for all officers. The Board approved the Lions Club for use of the hall for their meetings the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month when available – Ladies will serve the Lion’s dinner. They must clean up after themselves. Junior Firefighter Birthday Party minimum donation was increased from $50 to $100. Voted to purchase a new ambulance. 2011-2012 Miss Winfield is Stacie Jaret who also won CCVESA Miss Fire Prevention, Junior Miss Natalie Wilson who also won Jr. Miss MSFA North Central Region and Little Miss Laurie Logue-Ruckman. Total fire calls for the year were 373. Total EMS calls for the year 947.

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