News Events (updated April 21, 2012)

Who Wants S'mores?

We all enjoy a good campfire, but before you strike a match make sure you are following the rules! Click HERE for information regarding open burning, and campfires in the Middletown District.

Middletown Fire Protection District & JCFIA
PRESENTS
RET. Chief Jeffrey Johnson

FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE
CHIEF OFFICER RANKS AND
OTHERS WHO ASPIRE TO THOSE
POSITIONS!
The Middletown Fire Protection District, JCFIA and Eastwood Fire District are pleased to announce IAFC President 2009-2010, Fire Chief Jeff Johnson as a featured speaker for these two, one-day seminars scheduled for June 8th & 9th , 2012. Chief Johnson currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Western Fire Chief’s Association and previously served as Fire Chief of Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue (OR) for over 15 years. Chief Johnson is internationally known as an innovator and ambassador for excellence through customer service. Additionally, he advocates for cooperative initiatives and business practices that achieve efficiencies and demonstrate smart government while maximizing the value of services provided to the citizens. He has authored two fire service books and is a featured international lecturer. Chief Johnson currently serves in various leadership positions with local, state, and federal fire service organizations.
Chief Johnson will provide information on challenges facing the fire service and share perspectives accumulated during his 32 year distinguished fire service career. His presentation is designed to give organizations a peek “over the horizon” at what impacts are in store for the fire service. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain some valuable insight and guidance in strategic planning for your organization!
Date: Friday, June 8th & Saturday, June 9th, 2012
Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Location: 108 Urton Lane, Louisville, Kentucky 40223
Cost: Registration is $30.00 for one day or $50.00 for both days per person (lunch provided)
Questions? Contact:
Training Officer Ron Maddux at RMaddux@mfpd.org

Become a Hero!

Join our New Junior Firefighter Program!

If you are a young lady or young man between the ages of 14-18 and would like to see if firefighting is for you, then come join Middletown Junior Firfighter. Our meetings are at our Station #1 on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 9 PM.

Click HERE to contact our Lead Advisor Darrell Girdley for more information.

Hands Only CPR- Two steps to save a life!

When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Unfortunately, less than 1/3 of those people who experience a cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location get that help. Most bystanders are worried that they might do something wrong or make things worse. That’s why the AHA has simplified things with only 2 steps to save a life.

Click HERE to learn how you, too, can save a life.