Since the celebration was also a time to thank all city committees, boards, commissions and volunteers for time they dedicate, extra wipe down towels were provided for all in attendance. After speeches were made and Engine 41 was wet down, retiring Battalion Chief Thomas Walleck climbed in the driver's seat, with Mayor Evalyn Moore in the passenger seat and everyone pushed-in Engine 41 to its bay. Few, if any of the more than 50 in attendance had ever experienced such a memorable ceremony, and expressed their gratitude for being included in the tradition.