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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Oct 5, 2026

What We Learned About Cleveland’s (OH) Radio Replacement Plans

Cleveland is seeking up to $1.031 million in federal funds to replace 151 public-safety vehicle radios, a separate project from its earlier handheld radio replacement plan.

The post What We Learned About Cleveland’s (OH) Radio Replacement Plans appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 5, 2026

Dallas (TX) Weighs $443 Million Public-Safety Bond Package

Dallas voters will decide a $443 million bond package for police, fire, and 911 projects, including new training, evidence, and emergency facilities and a replacement fire station.

The post Dallas (TX) Weighs $443 Million Public-Safety Bond Package appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 5, 2026

WA Fire District Asks Voters for Funding to Relocate Station, Upgrade Other Stations and Apparatus

Spokane County Fire District 9 is asking voters for $70 million to replace aging fire trucks, relocate its busiest station, and fund other equipment and facility needs.

The post WA Fire District Asks Voters for Funding to Relocate Station, Upgrade Other Stations and Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 4, 2026

Leeds AL Fire & Rescue Awarded More Than $61,000 for Wildfire, Rescue Equipment

Leeds Fire and Rescue received a FEMA grant of more than $58,000, with city matching funds bringing total support to $61,240, to buy 40 sets of wildland firefighting gear.

The post Leeds AL Fire & Rescue Awarded More Than $61,000 for Wildfire, Rescue Equipment appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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