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It is the mission of the Big Bend/Vernon Fire Department to
build and maintain a partnership with the Town of Vernon to provide the best
possible emergency service to you, the residents of our community, through clear
and open communications, progressive fire prevention and public education
programs, and safe and efficient operations. It is our honor to serve you, and
we take this opportunity to thank each of you as members of our community for
your continued support. Your donations and personal commitment to our
organization are and continue to be critical to our successful operation.
Sincerely,
Phillip B. Buchholtz,
Fire Chief
DONATION OF ITEMS TO BE USED FOR TRAINING OR OPERATION
PURPOSES
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The Fire Department is currently accepting donations of items
which we can use to provide realistic fire and EMS training to our members,
provide equipment to maintain the physical condition and promote the safety of
our members, to furnish and update our stations, and at the same time reduce
the tax burden on you the residents of the Town of Vernon.
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Such items include:
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Structures in good condition which are scheduled for
demolition. (Completion of specific paperwork is required prior to use of a
structure for training purposes)
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Used vehicles in fair condition which may or may not be in
running order. (Vehicle must have a current and clear title)
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Exercise equipment in good condition and working order.
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Office type furniture in good usable condition.
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Old household furniture which can be used to furnish a
training house.
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If you have such items which you no longer have use for and
would like to make a tax deductible donation please contact the Fire
Department during our office hours to inquire whether your item would be
usable to us.
PARTICIPATE IN OUR “FILE OF LIFE” PROGRAM
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We have implemented the “File of Life” program available
to all residents of the Town of Vernon. This program provides a means for our
fire department personnel to obtain critical medical information about you or
a member of you family if, for whatever reason, that information cannot be
provided to us on our arrival to your emergency scene.
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In order for a resident to participate in the program he
or she must complete a “Big Bend Vernon Fire Department - File of Life” form
which is included in this newsletter. The completed form should then be
attached to your main refrigerator door. We highly recommend this location as
it is readily accessible to us and common in most homes.
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As our personnel arrive at your residence we can
immediately retrieve the information you have provided which will greatly
assist us in evaluating you or your family member’s condition and allow us to
provide necessary treatment in the fastest amount of time. A copy of the
completed form, available for us to take along to the hospital, would also be
helpful. Additional blank forms are available upon request from the on scene
medical crew or by calling or visiting Fire Station 3 during regular business
hours.
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AMBULANCE FEES
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RESIDENT FEES |
| Basic Life Support
(BLS) Fee |
$350 plus supplies
used |
| Advanced Life
Support 1 (ALS1) Fee |
$500 plus supplies
used |
| Advanced Life
Support 2 (ALS2) Fee |
$600 plus supplies
used |
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NON-RESIDENT
FEES |
| Basic Life Support
(BLS) Fee |
$500 plus supplies
used |
| Advanced Life
Support 1 (ALS1) Fee |
$650 plus supplies
used |
| Advanced Life
Support 2 (ALS2) Fee |
$750 plus supplies
used |
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| No transport care of
patient charge BLS |
$100 plus supplies
used |
| No transport care of
patient charge ALS |
$150 plus supplies
used |
| Per
loaded mile charge
(Both resident & non-resident) |
$10.00 |
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BURNING REGULATIONS
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Open burning is allowed in the Town of Vernon from sunrise to sunset.
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The fire pile should be no larger than 4 ft. by 4 ft. and no more than
3 ft. in height.
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The fire must be at least 50 ft. from any building and the wind should
be less than 9 miles an hour.
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An adult 18 years of age or older must be in attendance at all times
while burning.
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Only grass, leaves, and wood in its natural state may be burned.
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We suggest that a means to control the fire, such as a garden hose or
tools, be assessable on site.
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The Fire Department must be notified at 662-2079 on the day of the
burn.
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The name, address, and telephone number of the resident doing the
burning is necessary
Thank you for your cooperation!
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PHYSICAL ASSISTANCE ITEMS
AVAILABLE
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The Fire Department also has items such as wheelchairs,
walkers, canes, crutches, and other similar equipment for use by any community
member in need, free of charge. We ask that residents call the Fire Station
prior to stopping in to pick up equipment so that we can make sure the item
you need is available. When you come to pick up the item we will need your
name, address, phone number, and the approximate amount of time you will need
the equipment. Anyone wishing to donate such items which they no longer need
may do so by dropping them off at Fire Station 3.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
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The Fire Department provides free blood pressure checks
to all interested Town of Vernon residents weekdays during normal business
hours at Fire Station 3. Please call ahead to make time arrangements.
JOIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
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The Fire Department is looking for energetic members of
the community to serve as Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians. If you
are at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma and have a strong
commitment to serving your community, please contact us at the Big Bend/Vernon
Fire Department. All required training will be provided to you. Here is your
opportunity to begin a rewarding experience as a Firefighter/EMT and serve
your community at the same time. The Fire Department is an equal opportunity
employer.
PROPERLY POSTED ADDRESS NUMBERS
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Per Town Ordinance, install your address numbers on a post at a
location not in excess of 40 (forty) feet from the center of the traveled portion of the adjoining
road, and not in excess of 10 feet from the edge of the primary driveway located on the premises,
and numbers shall face the road and shall be installed so that the numbers are not more than 5
(five) feet nor less than 4 (four) feet from the surface of the earth of the prominent
building.
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IMPORTANT: The Fire Department needs your address
numbers properly posted in the event of an emergency.
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New reflective house numbers are available at the Town Hall for
$25. This fee includes the aluminum frame.
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Contact Information:
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Phil Buchholtz
Fire Chief
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Brian Peterson
Assistant Fire Chief
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Deputy Fire Chiefs
Pat Hays, Deputy Chief of EMS Division
John Kubacki, Deputy Chief of Fire Suppression Div.
Fire
Department Office Hours: Monday
through Friday. 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Telephone
- 262-662-2079
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- FAX
- 262-662-2981
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- Postal Address
- PO Box 95, Big Bend, WI 53103 (STH 164 & I-43)
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- Electronic Mail
- chiefbbvfd@wi.rr.com
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