COTTEKILL, NY - A little over a year ago, the Cottekill Fire District placed an order for a new fire engine. In April of this year the district pre-paid the chassis, that saved the taxpayers $3800.00. In mid July the sales rep from Garrison Fire & Rescue Corp, informed the Fire Chief that the chassis was in the production line getting the electrical wiring done. Today the Chief received some photos now that the rear body has been constructed and mounted on the chassis. The next phase is...

Public Notice to BiddersThe Cottekill Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners of Cottekill NY, has authorized liquidation of surplus property by sealed bid. Item offered for sale includes:2005 Pierce Contender Series 1250 PumperDetailed information about the unit can be found at www.cottekillfire.org or to inspect the vehicle,   please email info@cottekillfire.org to set up at time.A sealed bid in a marked envelope (truck bid) must be received by 6:30PM, Tuesday, ...

HUDSON, NY - This holiday season, the members of CVFC adopted two veteran firefighters who now reside at the Firemen's Association of the State of New York's (FASNY's) Firemen's Home which is located in Hudson. The two men, Lou & Steve, previously lived in Ulster County and belonged to their local fire companies. Lou is from Gardiner and Steve, Ellenville. In late November the membership went gift shopping for the two and on Saturday December 28th, several members visite...

COTTEKILL, NY - We all know the words "He's making a list, He's checking it twice"; well on Saturday December 21st, 2019 dear old St. Nick did his annual pre-Christmas sleigh run in Cottekill. It's part of his tradition in checking his list twice. Santa visits the children, and children at heart, passing out candy canes seeing who's been naughty or nice. As always, Cottekill ranks as one of the communities that is 100% on the nice list. The members of CVFC hop...

COTTEKILL, NY -  On July 17th, 2019 Fire Chief Brad Fiore promoted Timothy Houck and Erik Whispell from Exterior Firefighter to Interior Firefighter. Both members completed the NYS Interior Firefighter Operations (IFO) class that began on June 8th. "We are very proud of these two young men who spent the last 2 months (50 hours) training very hard" said Chief Fiore. Combining their previous Basic Exterior Firefighter Operations training with the IFO course they will&...

COTTEKILL, NY - Members of the Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company (CVFC)along with Cottekill Fire District commissioners formed a committee back in January 2018 to design a new rescue pumper. Over the next year the committee would meet with several vendors to find the right fit for the community at an affordable price. By February of 2019 the committee had narrowed the field down to two vendors. “This is when the nitty gritty work really began.”, said Chief Bra...

Burn Ban Decreases Wildfire Risks and Protects Lives and PropertyDepartment of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminds residents that with spring approaching conditions for wildfires will become heightened and residential brush burning is prohibited March 16 through May 14 across New York State."While many people associate wildfires with the western United States, the start of spring weather and the potential for dry conditions increases the risk for wildfir...

 Annual RecruitNY Approaches – Volunteer Firefighters Needed!(Cottekill, NY – March 30, 2018) RecruitNY, a major initiative of the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY), is rapidly approaching. On April 28-29, firehouses across the State will open their doors to the public in an effort to increase membership in the volunteer fire service. This will be the eighth straight year of this recruitment initiative, a cornerstone of FASNY’s ongoing recru...

It is with deep regret that the Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company announces the passing of Life Member Robert "Bob" Boyer. Bob Joined the fire company in July of 1968 and was an active firefighter through the late 70's. Bob continued to serve with the company on a social level helping out at Christmas parties, pancake breakfasts, spaghetti dinners and other community events through the 80's and early 90's. He also volunteered at his church and delivered food from a loca...

Members of the Cottekill Fire Company participated in a live burn drill with members from Bloomington, High Falls, Rosendale, Stone Ridge, Ulster Hose and Kingston. The burn was conducted at the former Williams Lake Resort in a 2 story 32 hotel room building.  Evolutions included hose line advancement and fire extinguishment of a one room fire. Members also received training in the use of a Thermal Imaging Camera. 

The Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company held a Halloween Party and Open House for all community residents on Halloween. There were games and prizes, a hay maze (donated by Davenport Farms, tours of the fire trucks and demonstrations by firefighters.

A man suffered burns Monday afternoon in a fire that left his house uninhabitable, according to a fire official.The Cottekill Fire Department and about 10 other companies responded to the blaze at 1708 Lucas Ave. Extension, according to Cottekill Assistant Chief David Gagnon. The fire was reported about 2:15 p.m. and was out within an hour, Gagnon said.He said firefighters remained at the scene in the Rosendale hamlet of Cottekill past 5 p.m.Gagnon said the fire was caused by lighted citronella ...

The Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company along with High Falls & Stone Ridge FireCompanies, were dispatched to a house fire at 1:12 am on Thursday morning. Upon arrival Stone Ridge Chief confirmed a working fire. Cottekill Chief (responding on the first due Engine) requested a 2nd alarm. Heavy fire was showing from the front of the house when the first 2 Engines arrived. All occupants were out of the house prior to arrival. The initial attack was defensive with (2) 1 3/4" and (2) 2 1/2"...

sandy Good morning all, Last year it was "Irene" and it appears this year "Sandy" is heading our way. We ask that the community make preparations at their own homes. Click http://www.ready.gov/hurricanes for more information on how to be ready before during and after a hurricane. The Cottekill Fire Co. wishes to thank its residents once again for all the support and patience during Irene. We hope to have the same support this coming week and we will make every attempt to provide...

News The members of the Cottekill Volunteer Fire Co. joined together with our hosts, Ivan's on the Green at the Rondout Golf Club,  to welcome in the officers for 2012 and to honor those who received recognition for their dedication in 2011. The members of the Co. contributed 2818.03 volunteer hours and responded to 151 calls for help within Cottekill and the surrounding areas.   Special awards presented to -   Firefighter of the Year: Fire Police Ja...

News Members of the Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company arrived to find heavy fire on the second floor of a small barn Thursday night. The first units where on scene within five minutes of being called. Their efforts with the assistance of the High Falls and Stone Ridge Fire Companies were able to bring the fire under control quickley. The video below shows what firefighters had to deal with and the subsequent photos show an impressive save. Chief Brad Fiore would l...

News In March/April of 2010 The Cottekill Fire District placed into service a 2005 Pierce/Kennworth Contender series pumper, which was purchased from the Ulster Hose Fire District #5. Late last year the Fire Chief and the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Cottekill Fire District saw the need to replace an aging fire truck. The District?s 1989 E-One/Ford pumper needed more and more repairs at each year passed. ?It was a great truck and served us well for nearly 21 years?? says C...

News The Cottekill Fire District offers an incentive to the active members of the Fire Company. Any person over the age of 18, who joins and becomes an active volunteer with the company and contributes 1 year of service, can participate. The basic concept is for every qualifying year a monetary contribution is set aside to be distribute in the form of a pension-type award. Here?s how it works. Members attend meetings, drills, activities and alarms. They earn points for th...

News ?This moving tribute to Jane and all who lost so much was put up by the members of my local firehouse (I was a member here on that day and even though I was a brand new member my fellow firefighters where a great comfort to me). I was deeply moved by this sign and send my thanks to Brad and all my firehouse family.With much love,?                        &n...