Off duty Firefighters make someones day.

Recently Fire Inspector Luis Chacon coordinated a fun day at Lake Calero for a group of physically challenged kids. Several off duty firefighters and volunteers including Alex Pons, Scott Trotter, Frank Ryan, Scott Nelson, Larry Chua, Richard Anderson, Joe Rondone, Tom Correa, Dominique Ramos, BC Kevin Conant, Joel Phelan, and Mark Skeen brought their boats, inter tubes, jet skis, and other water gear. Each of the 28 youths were able to get out on the water and enjoy the day with the assistance of firefighters on the shore and in the boats. The City of San Jose Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Services provided transportation for the kids to and from the Lake. Local 230 also chipped in to provide the BBQ. I saw the look on the kids faces as they returned from their time on the water. It was so evident to me that they had a great time and were thrilled with the days events. As I spoke to one of the firefighters helping out, I thanked him for volunteering and making this day special for these kids. He told me that he was glad that he could be there but did not expect to be so inspired by the kids positive attitudes and sense of gratitude. CA Rangel###