This year's Fire Department Day on the Hill was a huge success with more than 114 fire service leaders from all parts of the state participating. More than 55 legislators attended the lunch which was catered by Chappy’s.  Chappy’s Catering was selected because of their reputation to get legislators to come and eat with different groups and organizations - that worked also, with more than 55 legislators from the House and Senate eating with our group. 

A highlight of the day was the bill presentations to the Lewis Baker Family on naming the Fire Academy Pump Building after him.  In addition, Helen Brown was also surprised to be presented with a bill naming a street after her on the fire academy grounds.  Both of these individuals have been icons for the Tennessee Fire Service in so many ways.  Pictures of the presentations will be available soon. 

The fire service leaders got the opportunity to have their picture made in front of the Capital. Look for more pictures and information in the very near future.