Big Time In The Old Town Tonight
 
By Public Information Officer Douglas Medley
November 13, 2013
 

Well it’s been a while since I was on here but things have been kind of slow in the old man side of the department. Plenty of runs but nothing to write home about if you know what I mean. I did have the opportunity to attend the annual installation of officers of the department so thought I would put together a few words with some pictures of the gala. Now I will try to put names with pictures but don’t count on it for all of them. You try and figure them out for yourself.

I will say that it was a very enjoyable night of wine, women, song and of course food served by Ms. Rita “B” and her crew. As usual when she is bringing the food it was delish. Everyone had plenty to eat and drink and after dinner was finished it was time to proceed with the awards and swearing in of the new officers.

The master of ceremonies for the night was former County Commissioner Dan Raley who did a great job of keeping everyone entertained and is almost as good as me. LOL Our officers were sworn in by President of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association Jackie Olson along with President of the Southern Maryland Association Shirley Capado and First Vice President Darby Byrd. We do appreciate these fine people for preforming this very important function.

There were all kinds of big wheels in attendance like the Sheriff Tim Cameron, County Commissioners Cindy Jones, Todd Morgan and head commissioner Jackie Russell. Our favorite State Senator Roy Dyson was also present. There were also many Fire Chiefs and Presidents from the other departments in the county. After presentations it was time to get down and do some serious dancing. I do enjoy watching the young people as they say they are dancing. Looks like they are stomping out a fire or something.

Before I forget the Invocation was given by the honorable Joseph Gardiner, Chaplain of the Southern Maryland Firemen’s Association and a beautiful benediction by our own chaplain Keith Fairfax.

A final big kudos to our Hall Manager Bob Braddock who was the chairman of the installation committee.

Now for some pictures so hope you enjoy them as much as we enjoyed being in them.

Also a big thank you to NAS Patuxent River (Career), Ridge and Hollywood along with 2nd District for covering our stations during the party. Hope you caught a few runs.

The video shown at the banquet is shown below