Congratulations To Our College Graduates

This past week was one of excitement and satisfaction for four of our own, and their families, as they earned degrees from the University of Maryland system. All of this coursework done while balancing family life and a fire service career.

Congratulations to:

• Lieutenant Kirk Ney earned a BS in Fire Science with a minor in Emergency Management


• Captain Mike Porter earned a BA in History


• Captain Robert Hornbacher earned a BS in Public Safety Administration


• Assistant Chief John Van Gieson earned a Masters, Professional Studies in Industrial Organizational Psychology

Well done all! A tremendous accomplishment! Congratulations!

Asst Chief Van Gieson & wife Dr. Ajija Van Gieson

Capt. Hornbacher (L) & Lt. Ney