The past couple of months were an important period for the Level Green VFD. It was a period that annually hosts a series of our fund-raising events. In August we hosted our golf outing, and our annual fund drive was mailed. September was our food booth at the Penn Township Fall Festival. Last Saturday was our Fall Gun Bash. Thank you to everyone that came out and supported our activities. Without that support, we literally could not provide the services that we do. We do get some funding from the Penn Township fire tax, but it covers only about 25% of our annual operating budget. Firefighting equipment is not cheap. Last month we purchased two sets of turnout coats and pants. Each set cost $3,600 and it didn't include helmets, boots, gloves and Nomex hoods that protect our necks and ears.
