History of Scottsville Rescue Squad

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385 Scottsville Mumford Rd., P.O. Box 10 Scottsville, NY 14546

In the early 1960's the Scottsville community recognized the need for ambulance service. Service was provided by the Scottsville Fire Department from the early 1960's until 1992 and was supervised by a Director of Operations or "D.O.". Staffing was provided by firefighters that were classified as "Company 2" members. These members had no voting rights and were not allowed to attend Department meetings.

In 1991, two members of "Company 2" petitioned the Fire Company for equal rights and treatment. To no avail, these members petitioned the Village Board of Trustees for the same. Also at the same time, members of the ambulance requested the Village of Scottsville fund ambulance operations. This was due to significantly increased costs in the two areas of insurance, and training.

In June of 1992, the Village of Scottsville created the �Village of Scottsville Fire Department Rescue Squad' which is allowed under section 209 (b) of General Municipal Law (G.M.L.). Ambulance operations were funded by the Village of Scottsville through Village taxes and monies received under contract by the Town of Wheatland and Town of Chili. The position of �EMS Captain' was created, who was directly in charge of Departmental EMS operations, EMS budget administration, and EMS personnel. The EMS Captain reported directly to the Village Fire Commissioners (Trustees).

In early 2008, the Village re-structured the leadership titles to more closely reflect job responsibilities. The position of EMS Chief was created. EMS Captain and Lieutenant positions were preserved. Like all other members of the Rescue Squad, the EMS Chief position is held by a volunteer.

Rescue Squad operations are overseen by the Village of Scottsville Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees are residents of the Village of Scottsville that are elected to three year terms. Trustee positions are part time. The Mayor of Scottsville chairs the Trustees. The Village appoints a liaison to Fire and EMS operations yearly.

September 24, 2011
Chief Matthew Jarrett proudly announces the appointment of two new Officers to the ranks of the Rescue Squad. Matt Davis has been named Lieutenant. Jay Coates has been named Executive Deputy Chief of Compliance and Safety. Both positions are effective immediately. Please congratulate these fine individuals when you see them.

August 21, 2011
Fall CPR Schedule: October 22nd from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Scottsivlle EMS and fire facility on Scottsville Mumford Road. Class will be "Heartsaver First Aid". Participants will learn and become certified in basic first-aid, CPR, AED and choking relief in infants, children and adults. Register online HERE.

August 10, 2011
Scottsville Rescue Squad has joined the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). The NAEMT is a national advocacy group that represents EMS practitioners on matters pertaining to education/training, research and professionalism.