The idea of becoming a firefighter when they grew up just seemed natural for the Berendzen children. Their dad, Gary, was always going out on calls; and his children, if they could, always wanted to see their dad in...
Archive - September 2018
FFAMChief’s Daughter Has Campaign to Honor Fallen
On June 19, 2017, the Mayview Fire Protection District (MFPD) experienced every department’s worst nightmare. While responding to a call, volunteer firefighter, Jeff Sanders died in the line of duty. This tragic loss...
Hello From Officer 3
Well another fair is in the books and despite all the bumps and problems and lessons learned it was a good one in the end. We had some good training and good participation. The equipment was exceptional as always and...
News From District 2 – September 2018
It was great to see everyone at the state fair again this year. Already looking forward to next year. Some great things next year are being planned, so make sure you keep an eye of your FFAM magazine for more...
Douglas County Awarded AFG PPE Grant
The county of Douglas was blessed to be awarded a regional grant for PPE, personal protective clothing, also known as “turnout gear.” Through the Douglas County Missouri Fire Chief’s Association, with Eastern Douglas...
Division Spotlight – September 2018
Robert was born November 11, 1972, to Wayne and Linda Dawes in Springfield, Missouri. He attended Walnut Grove schools where his mother was a school teacher for over 30 years, graduating in 1991. Robert married his wife...
Meeting Minutes – September 2018
President Ken Hoover called the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Fire Fighters Association of Missouri to order at 9:00 a.m., Sunday, August 5, 2018, at the Missouri State Fair Fire Department in Sedalia...
Fire Marshal’s Update – September 2018
Greetings from the thirteenth floor. I begin this article with great appreciation for everyone that came and worked at the State Fair Fire Department this year, along with those who have served previously. I have heard...
