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Borough Hall: Emergency Services: Demarest Fire Department
Fire drills are held fourth Tuesday of each month.
(201) 768-0338 (Fire House)
9-1-1(Emergency)
Chief
Al Bolduc
Assistant Chief
Eric Marello
1st Captain
John McLoughlin
2nd Captain
Mike Ceccon
1st Lieutenant
James Polbos
Fire Official
Alan Silverman
Daytime Chief
Jeff Bellusci
Demarest Volunteer Fire Association
Meetings held second Tuesday of each month.
(201) 768-0338
President: Jeff Bellusci
Vice-President: James Griffin
Recording Secretary: Richard Motta, Jr.
State Secretary: Michael Ceccon
Treasurer: Stephen Bellwood
Asst. Treasurer: James Polbos
Board of Trustees:
Eric Marello: Chairman
William K. Kautzmann
Richard Morris
James Griffin
Joseph Fortunato
Volunteers
The department is always looking for volunteers. The work can be hard, and often dangerous, and there is no pay. Our pay is the good feeling we have after helping a resident in time of need. Call us at (201) 768-0338.
Fire Safety Tips
The leading cause of residential fires is cooking. Please remember to turn off ovens and stoves if your are going out. When cooking, keep a close watch. Food can burn or catch fire very quickly. The 2 minute visit next door or across the street to talk to a neighbor could lead to a disaster!
Also be careful when using microwave ovens. Read the instructions. Some items can cause sparking and/or fire. Be careful.
Check all smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms monthly.
Fire killed almost 3,900 people in 2004, 82% died in home fires.
Getting ready for the heating season? Have a qualified professional check your furnace or boiler for proper operation. A few dollars spent now could save you thousands later if you have a fire due to a faulty heating system!
If you hear your smoke or fire alarm, smell something burning or sense a problem, don t wait, CALL 911 right away. Let us check it. If there is a problem, seconds count, so the sooner we arrive to investigate the cause, the safer it is for all.
Chimney and Flue Checks:
Have a professional check your system to prevent possible carbon monoxide back-up. Damaged or clogged chimneys are a major cause of fire and CO poisoning.
Crock Pots and Space Heaters:
They can be dangerous. Check the units by letting it run for about 15 minutes. If the power cord feels very warm to the touch, the unit is probably un-safe.
Power Cords:
Frayed, hidden or overloaded extension cords are dangerous. Check for fraying or cuts at least annually. Don't run cords under carpeting. If you have to use one outlet for several devices use an approved power strip with built-in-fuse.
Old fuse panels:
Many older homes (built prior to the 60's) may have fuse boxes with screw-in fuses and not modern circuit breakers. In addition, many older homes have inadequate electric service. Overloaded circuits cause fires! Have an electrician check your service panel and advise you if an upgrade is needed.
Other Notes:
Please yield to Emergency Responders.
When you see a vehicle with flashing blue lights, please slow down and allow the vehicle to pass you.
What's New?
Do you want your child to have a fun-filled summer? Then sign up now for the Demarest Summer Recreation Camp (click here). Our six week summer program is offered to children ages 4-11. Camp includes daily special events, arts and crafts, sports, water activities, trips and more! Some of our special events include Water Works Day, Ping Pong Tournament, Halloween in July and much, much more. Don't miss the fun, registration is taking place now.
Summer Camp Staff Needed: The Demarest Summer Recreation Camp is currently accepting applications for summer camp counselors. Counselors must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Applications are available at the Demarest Borough Hall. Interviews will take place on May Thursday, May 22nd and Friday, May 23rd from 5:00 to 8:00pm. Application deadline is May 12th. When you have completed the application, please mail it to:
Jackie Sicheri
118 Serpentine Road
Demarest, NJ 07627
Saturday, May 10: Emerson Healthy Heart Fair
8:00 to 10:30 am at the Emerson Senior Center, Palisade Avenue, Emerson, NJ
Test your grip strength, learn your body mass index, know your blood pressure numbers, and more. More information on the Demarest Calendar.
Demarest Public Library Annual Spring Fair
Saturday, May 17, 2008, Arts & Crafts Exhibitors Welcome!
The Demarest Public Library Association's Annual Spring Fair will once again be held at the Demarest Duck Pond on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 10 am until 4 pm (Rain Date Saturday, May 24). Attendees of all ages will enjoy fine Arts & Crafts, live music in the Peace Gazebo, baked goods, traditional Indian, Korean and Japanese food concessions, canoe rides sponsored by the Boy Scouts, exciting children's rides and games, new merchandise, discounted books, White Elephant Sale, and much, much more, at what has become a favorite tradition among area residents.
Proceeds from the annual fundraiser go directly to the Library to improve the services it offers to the community.
American Cancer Society's Relay For Life To Be Held In Old Tappan. The Relay For Life of Northern Valley, previously held at Northern Valley Regional High School, Demarest for the past three years has merged with this Relay to form a broader community event. Relay For Life of Old Tappan and Pascack Valley will begin 5:00 p.m. on June 13th and will end 7:00 a.m. June 14th. Sign up and learn more at www.events.cancer.org/ RFLoldtappanNJ.