Dick Hawkins, Bill Barker, and Joe Nessler were all recognized by the Calpine Community Fire Association for their invaluable service as Fire Chief for the community. Each received a Certificate of Appreciation for their 24/7 service that kept us all safe. Debbie Buffham received Dick Hawkin’s certificate as one of Dick’s former Fire Fighters. Dick’s Certificate will be forwarded to Dick’s son out of state. John Mitchell received Bill Barker’s certificate as one of Bill Barker’s firefighters back in 1976. Bill’s certificate will be forwarded to Bill’s son, Chuck Barker, in Oregon. Joe Nessler’s son, Matt Nessler, received his dad’s certificate on behalf of the family. Joe Nessler was involved in the Calpine Volunteer Fire Department when they purchased the La France Fire Engine from Portola and was an excellent mentor to many firefighters. The CCFA is committed to help recruit enough new volunteers to man equipment and to build what is needed to make sure the community is properly protected. The public is welcome to visit our web site (www.calpinefire.org) and to attend the April 5, 2022, meeting where additional past chiefs will be recognized.
The Calpine Community Fire Association mission is as follows:
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE CALPINE COMMUNITY FIRE ASSOCIATION, FORMERLY CALLED THE CALPINE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Promote, foster and protect the best interests of the fire safety of the Calpine Community; Encourage essential communication for all stakeholders in the local fire safety community; Support, honor and recognize all volunteer firefighters (past and present) for protecting the property and lives of the Calpine community; Provide a safe and comfortable forum for all to participate in the successful fire protection of the Calpine Community; Provide full, public disclosure of all organization finances.
The Calpine Community Fire Association mission is as follows:
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE CALPINE COMMUNITY FIRE ASSOCIATION, FORMERLY CALLED THE CALPINE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Promote, foster and protect the best interests of the fire safety of the Calpine Community; Encourage essential communication for all stakeholders in the local fire safety community; Support, honor and recognize all volunteer firefighters (past and present) for protecting the property and lives of the Calpine community; Provide a safe and comfortable forum for all to participate in the successful fire protection of the Calpine Community; Provide full, public disclosure of all organization finances.
