NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Hopewell Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., County of Ontario, State of New York, on the 2nd day of March, 2026, at 6:00 pm at the Hopewell Fire Station 1, 3393 County Road 4, (more…)
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Hopewell Volunteer Fire Department is proud to present:
In Honor of The Charleston 9: A Study of Change Following Tragedy
By: Dr. David Griffin
On June 18, 2007, nine firefighters perished in a warehouse fire in Charleston, SC. What was initially dispatched as a trash fire escalated into one of the most scrutinized events in national fire service history. David had the unfortunate experience of being the engineer on the first due engine that day. As he operated on the fireground, he witnessed things that he will never forget.
This seminar will present:
· First-hand account of that tragic day to include video footage with radio traffic.
· Initial resistance to the changes following the tragedy.
· The heavy toll that this catastrophic event took on David’s life.
· Mental health and resiliency programs designed for emergency services since the incident.
· Discussions on operations, training, and leadership to help prevent a tragic event like this.
· David’s journey since that tragic day to remain on the job and help the department improve.
Dr. David Griffin is the Assistant Chief of Administration in Charleston, South Carolina. He was the operator of the first due engine on June 18, 2007, when nine of his fellow firefighters perished. He has come through the ranks in Operations in every uniformed position from Firefighter to Assistant Chief during his 20-year career in Charleston. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in education from The Citadel, a Master’s Degree in Executive Fire Service Leadership, and a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership and Development. He remains on the job today in the department that he loves, helping it to continue to improve and honoring The Charleston 9 with his work each day.
| When: | Saturday May 2nd, 2026 9am-3pm |
| Location: | Finger Lakes Community College – Canandaigua NY |
| Cost: | $75 per person includes Seminar, Breakfast, Lunch and Vendor Show |
| RSVP Contact: | Training@hopewellfire.org or call 585.394.4120 and leave a message |
Drawing to be held November 8, 2025!
Want tickets? Contact Fundraising@hopewellfire.org
1st prize $4000
2nd prize $2500
3rd prize $1000
7 cash prizes and 3 Runnings gift cards! Get your tickets today!
The annual Turkey Party has been postponed several years due to the Covid-19 pandemic. November 2023 we are back in action! We look forward to making 2023 Turkey Party a record year. Thank you for all the support that you all have given to our members.