EAST ROCHESTER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT--125 YEARS OF SERVICE
EAST ROCHESTER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT--125 YEARS OF SERVICE
Submitted July 2023 by Anita M. Mance, Historian
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On May 23, 1898, a group of businessmen from Despatch (as East Rochester was known until 1906) met at Branshaud’s Hall on East Commercial Street to set up the first fire department. On May 29th, the first official meeting was held, and the Despatch Fire District was formed. During subsequent meetings committees were formed to find estimates for needed equipment, as well as for property and a fire hall. It was determined that $1800.00 was the amount needed to outfit this first department. Equipment included: one dozen rubber coats, boots, and helmets, a...
ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS
ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS
The East Rochester Fire Department Needs YOUR help
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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS: The East Rochester Fire Department needs you help!
The ER Fire Department is attempting to update over 200 business PRE-PLANS that are intended to be used in the event of an emergency. Information to be collected includes the Business Contact(s), a Site Plan, a reference to the locations of utilities and any exposure to risks.
You can help by completing an...