IAFC VCOS Section

VCOS Board Elections: Call for Candidates. Nominations are Now Being Accepted for three at large director seats on the VCOS Board. All candidate information must be received by Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. ow.ly/UXsq50YxEer

Vector Solutions is excited to introduce the all-new TargetSolutions Volunteer Edition, designed exclusively for departments with fewer than 30 personnel. Learn more and request a demo today! ow.ly/s7mX50YoiEZ

ICYMI: Watch the recording of our webinar - I am the Fire Chief Now What: Avoiding the Legal "Hot Seat". This webinar will assist new or existing fire chiefs in making decisions during the first 100 days. ow.ly/TRgp50YcZTz

The Symposium in the Sun 2026 Call for Presentations is officially open. With limited session slots available, we’re looking for exceptional, high‑impact presentations that rise above the rest. If you have a standout session idea, now’s the time to shine.

Miss the webinar? You can now watch our Board/Commissioners Responsibilities session on demand. It’s a valuable resource for current leaders and a great onboarding tool for new board or commission members. ow.ly/KPl350YcZLu

Webinar tomorrow: How Volunteer Fire Departments Can Improve Training Consistency, Compliance, and Effectiveness - Feb 19 @ 1:00 ET. Vector Solutions will explore how volunteer fire departments can streamline training. ow.ly/lC4M50Y5wYP

ICYMI: Listen to the recording of our webinar featuring the 2025 Retention and Recruitment Award recipient - Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS Department, King of Prussia, PA youtu.be/2yJrM9-g63g?si…

U.S. firefighters: This Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, take 5 minutes to join the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer. Your fire service history can help NIOSH better understand the link between firefighting and cancer. Sign up today: nfr.cdc.gov

Join our 2026 Critical Thinking Academy cohort! CTA introduces core critical thinking skills and provides supportive feedback to participants as they build new competencies and strengths. Learn more and sign up today. ow.ly/C6Wp50XVcEL

In case you missed it, you can watch the Provident webinar, Igniting the Future, with Chief Jordan Cramer and Deputy Chief Landon Churchill. VCOS is pleased to partner with Provident Insurance to offer education and learning. ow.ly/PNOm50XxJKb

Join IAFC EMS Section and experts from PCG for a webinar on the future of GEMT and the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Thursday, Oct 16 1 PM ET Featuring Medicaid & GEMT specialists Alissa Narode & Garrett Abrahamson Register now! iafcwebinars.vfairs.com/en/registration

Listen to the hearing on America's Fire Apparatus Crisis with Chairman Senator Hawley. Addressing costs & delays in fire apparatus delivery! youtu.be/MMFCRBF4G8E?si…

We're starting to hear exciting news about FEMA AFG Grant awards! Did your department receive one? We'd love to hear your story—share your success and let others celebrate with you. A heartfelt thank you to FEMA for your continued support of America's Fire Service.

Save the date! On Oct. 7, 2025, the U.S. Fire Administration hosts its 4th Annual Summit on Fire Prevention & Control—bringing together top fire service leaders, federal reps, and 2,500+ virtual attendees. Register Today! web.cvent.com/event/08487065…

Congratulations to our first Cohort of the VCOS Critical Thinking Academy who successfully completed the program this past weekend. Be part of Cohort #2 in 2026. iafc.org/about-iafc/sec…

📣 Did you know? Each month, the IAFC releases a Legislative Hot Sheet—your go-to briefing on issues facing the fire and emergency service. 🔥 The Hot Sheet includes key talking points to help you advocate effectively when engaging with legislators. iafc.org/topics-and-too…

Fire Prevention Week is coming—October 5–11! This year’s theme: “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home”. NFPA has your back with toolkits, resources, and messaging to help your community stay safe and informed. #FirePreventionWeek youtu.be/9lpCIUjVFMc?si…

NVFC Coffee Talk - Thursday, Sept 18. Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny, with guests Ken Brown and Kelly Ransdell, for an interactive discussion on fire prevention education. The session will run 30 minutes and include audience Q&A. nvfc.org/event/rr-coffe…

9/11 — We Remember: Today we honor the lives lost, the bravery shown, and the unity that followed. #NeverForget #911Memorial #UnitedWeStand