ePOLST Project- Electronic Portable Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment system being developed. Departments sought to pilot the program
POLST EMS Presentation 081425Download The Executive Office of Aging & Independence has hired a consultant who is working on the development of of an electronic system; ePOLST, for tracking orders for life sustaining treatment and will replace paper system (MOLST) that is currently in use…
Death of Martha Ellen Sempos, Wife of Chief Byron Eldridge, Ret. of C.O.M.M. Fire Department
FCAM Officers and Members extend sympathies to Chief Eldridge and his family during this difficult time, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Martha Ellen Sempos Obituary Martha Ellen Sempos, 65, passed away on August 15, 2025, in Osterville, Massachusetts. Born on February 22,…
UPDATED LOCATION: Death of Barbara A. Rivard, mother of Fire Chief Stephen Rivard Ret. Somerset Fire Department
FCAM members and Officers extend our sympathies to Chief Rivard and his family, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Chiefs wishing to join the Somerset Fire with a walk-through for Barbara Rivard (Chief Rivard’s Mother) on Wednesday, August 27th, at 9:45 am are welcome.…
Death of Barbara A. Rivard, mother of Fire Chief Stephen Rivard Ret. Somerset Fire Department
FCAM members and Officers extend our sympathies to Chief Rivard and his family, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Chiefs wishing to join the Somerset Fire with a walk-through for Barbara Rivard (Chief Rivard’s Mother) on Wednesday, August 27th, at 9:45 am are welcome.…
Lexipol Webinar : Financial Fitness
Financially Fit: Practical Strategies for Integrating Financial Wellness into Agency CultureWednesday, August 27, 2025 | 1 pm Eastern [60 minutes]Presented by Crystal Kanada and Lisa HarrellFinancial stress is one of the leading contributors to the mental health of public safety professionals. Yet, financial wellness is…
Medway Fire Department Change of Command Ceremony , September 9
September 9, 2025, 10:00 am, Medway Town Hall, 155 Village Street, Medway, MA All are welcome to attend the Medway Fire Department’s Change of Command Ceremony, where Medway will honor Chief Jeffrey Lynch as he retires after 13 years of dedicated service to the Town…
Child Passenger Safety Funding & Trainings Available
The Office of Grants and Research (OGR) is committed to improving the safety of all road users, including child passengers who are especially vulnerable in the event of a crash. Our Highway Safety Division has several opportunities currently available to support this mission. Child Passenger Safety Education…
Virtual FCAM General Membership Meeting this Wednesday August 20 at 10 am
Please see attached the Agenda for Wednesday’s Virtual meeting, and the minutes of the June 18th meeting which will be voted. Copy of the new boating law, and the ePOLST powerpoint are also attached for your reference. August 2026 General Membership MeetingAug 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM…
FCAM General Membership Meeting Wednesday, August 20, 2025- VIRTUAL, please see link below
August 2026 General Membership MeetingAug 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (America/New_York) Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.https://meet.goto.com/147861317 You can also dial in using your phone.Access Code: 147-861-317United States: +1 (224) 501-3412 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:https://meet.goto.com/install
FEMA Announces grant opportunity for Next Generation Warning System Grant Program (NGWSGP)
FEMA is making $40 million available to states and tribal nations under the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program (NGWSGP). This grant program focuses on enhancing IPAWS-compatible alert and warning capabilities and improving the resiliency of emergency alert and warning systems through effective services, solutions,…
Londonderry, New Hampshire hiring a Fire Chief, applications being accepted
Londonderry, New Hampshire, is a dynamic community of 27,000 residents and ranks amongthe top ten largest towns in the state. Despite its size, Londonderry offers a well-planned balanceof residential neighborhoods and thriving commercial development, fostering both livability andeconomic vitality. Ideally situated in southern New Hampshire,…
MESSAGE FROM THE MA STATE WIDE INTEROPERABILITY COORDINATOR -REMINDER OF THE OBLIGATIONS OF NON-LICENSEES THAT OPERATE PART 90 PRIVATE LAND MOBILE RADIO SIGNAL BOOSTERS
part_90_signal_booster_pn_da-19-1255a1 All Concerned: SPEC ATTN: Entities that hold public safety LMR part 90 licenses and operators of signal booster systems (BDA’s) Please see the attached reminder from the FCC for license holders and operators of part 90 licensed system boosters. License holders / owners of…
Reminder that the FCAM Clothing Store styles of clothing for purchase
To All FCAM Members, an FCAM clothing has a wide assortment of items for purchase. Thank you to Chief Joe Guarnera for his assistance with the store. The store is a third party vendor and you will order, pay and items will be shipped to…
Chiefs needed for Mentor Program
Calling All Chiefs —Your Expertise is Needed for the Revitalized Mentoring Program! Since its inception in 2009, the Fire Chiefs Association Mentoring Program has provided vital peer support to Chiefs across all 15 fire districts. Built on the vision of experienced leadership guiding those in…
FRI Attendees invited to Lexipol Fire Party with Gordan Graham & Friends
LEXIPOL FIRE PARTY w/ GORDON GRAHAM & FRIENDS Lexipol is throwing a party during FRI in beautiful Orlando, Florida—and you’re invited! NOTE: RSVP ASAP BELOW Please seek out our Lexipol Rep. Mark Anderko and introduce yourself WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 13, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PMWHERE:Location: Ole…