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Welcome
We would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and give you a little glimpse into our world. We hope that you enjoy your visit and of course we would always welcome the opportunity to meet you in person.
Since 1910, the men and women of the Odessa Fire Department have volunteered their time and energy to protect the citizens of Odessa, NY and the surrounding area. Our fire district includes 81 square miles in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of Central New York. Village owned and 100% volunteer, our department takes pride in providing fire, rescue and basic EMS service with dedication and professionalism to those within our protection area.
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News
May 2010
We wish to offer our Congratulations to First Assistant Chief Jeremy J. Hoffman and his new bride Bethany who were married on May 29. We wish them a lifetime of happiness!
April 2010
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of Past Chief Robert J. Franklin who lost his courageous battle with cancer on Sunday April 11, 2010. He was very pleased to have been able to attend our 100 year celebration and banquet on April 3, the day before his 46th birthday. He was a beloved and larger than life personality whose influence was felt throughout our region. He will be missed by so many, but his lessons will live on. Click here for the obituary: Bobby Franklin
March 2010
Fire Department elections were held March 22. Congratulations to the newly elected officers who will take office April 1: Chief - Mike Tomassi, 1st Asst. Jeremy Hoffman, 2nd Asst. Jamie Gerdes, 3rd Asst. Mike Hines, President Bernie MacDougall, 1st Vice President Ron Hoffman, 2nd Vice President Bill Bulkley, Secretary Carmella Hoffman and Treasurer Rebecca Franklin.
The fire department is again sponsoring a team in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. The team will be hosting a Pampered Chef fundraiser at the station March 27, 2010 at 3 pm. All are welcome to join us in the fight!
Fall/Winter 2009
Each month during the coming year we will be holding an event for the public to celebrate our 100 year anniversary with us. The first event will be held at the Odessa Fire Station on January 16, 2010. We will be hosting a dish-to-pass dinner/game night and this will be a family event so we invite you join us in our celebration.
The 6th annual Keep The Wreath Blue campaign in Schuyler County is an effort to remind our citizens to have a safe holiday season. Each department in the county displays a wreath of blue bulbs outside of their station during the holidays. If there is a fire in the county, one blue bulb is replaced with a red bulb. If you see the wreath hanging in front of our station, we ask that you use the wreath as a reminder that you play the most important role in fire safety in your home.
We have recently had to remove our tanker from service due to mechanical issues. We have purchased a new chassis and are in the process of building a new tanker to service our citizens. We are very grateful to our neighboring departments for their assistance during this particular time of need, as well as at all other times we ask.
March 2009
We are excited to announce that we have placed into service a new SCBA air bottle filling system. This system was purchased with monies received through the 2008 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Please see our press release for more information. We would also like to thank you for your continued support of our Relay For Life Team- our Pampered Chef party was very successful! If you are interested in donating please visit our team page.
February 2009
The "Ridge Runners" Relay for Life Team would like to thank everyone who came out to support our Valentine's Day spaghetti dinner. Another opportunity to help us in our fight against Cancer is just around the corner. On March 6, 2009 we will be holding a Pampered Chef party at the Odessa Fire Station at 6:30pm. For more information or if you are unable to attend, but would like to place an order please view the flyer. If you would like to support our team and aren't interested in placing an order you can visit our team page.
January 2009
The members of the Odessa Fire Department Relay For Life Team invite you to a special Sweetheart Dinner for a Cause and A Cure. This event will be held at the Odessa Fire Department on February 14, 2009 from 3-6 pm. Profits from this event will benefit our Relay For Life team in the name of our members afflicted with cancer. The menu will include: tossed salad, fresh bread and butter, all-you-can-eat spaghetti with homemade sauce, meatballs or sausage, a special "Valentines Dessert", and a beverage. All of this is available for just $6 for adults, $4 for children 5-12, and children under 5 free. We will have Luminares available for purchase as well. Please come support our team for a wonderful cause!
A special note of appreciation to Past Chief Bobby Franklin
