Sunday, January 16, 2011 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENT At Indian River, the Firefighter of the Year Award is considered an honor within the volunteer fire service to recognize one of its fire service personnel for their personal diligence, dedication and professional demeanor to excel beyond the call of duty by not only assisting those in need but attempting to make a difference. After joining the volunteer fire service in July, 1996, the 2010 nominee has attempted to lend a helping hand towards many committee assignments, attended many training and drill exercises, vigorously participated in fire school training and professional development programs within the fire company, and excelled at many emergency incidents by performing his designated assignment with the utmost professionalism. The 2010 nominee knows it’s a volunteer basis, but recognizes the human factor and offers compassion and treats every situation as an opportunity to save somebody’s life or property with due care and diligence. The 2010 nominee has contributed in many ways with hours of volunteering at emergency incidents, and offering a pleasurable personality to associate with during these events. The 2010 nominee has contributed as much time as possible while juggling his family and other commitments. Most of all, this nominee desires to lend a helping hand by volunteering. Therefore, it gives the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company great pleasure to introduce the 2010 Firefighter of the Year Recipient as our friend and brother firefighter. Please join us in recognizing – Jason M. Faulkner as the 2010 Firefighter of the year. Jason has served in many elected and appointed positions during his tenure with Indian River which have included: Engine Captain; 2nd Assistant Chief, Captain, Rescue Captain, and Lieutenant. He also serves as Chairman of the Uniform and Entertainment committees.