On February 9, 2024, twelve new Firefighters successfully completed three 50-hour grueling weeks of Orientation Training that consisted of daily physical fitness training, policy and procedure training, firefighting skills training, and team building skills training.

The Department appreciates the participation of Harris County ESD 12 Officers, Engineers (Drivers), and Firefighters for their efforts and dedication to provide the new Firefighters with realistic and challenging training.

The Department is proud of the new Firefighter efforts and commitment to be part of the “Best of the Best” ISO Class 1 Fire Department.

Commissioner Larry Helgesen, after serving Harris County ESD 12 from December 2, 2015, to October 17, 2023, has retired. Commissioner Helgesen served as Secretary during his almost 8-year tenure with Harris County ESD 12. Commissioner received one Official Resolution from Harris County ESD 12 and a second Resolution from the Commissioners.

Official Resolution from Harris County ESD 12

STATE OF TEXAS               §

COUNTY OF HARRIS         §

RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION

 WHEREAS, Larry Helgesen became a Commissioner of Harris County Emergency Services District No. 12 on December 2, 2014 and has served as a Commissioner for the District until October 17, 2023; and

WHEREAS, during Mr. Helgesen’s tenure as a Commissioner of the District, the District confronted enumerable challenges in fostering fire suppression and protection services in the District; and

WHEREAS, throughout his service as a Commissioner of the District, Mr. Helgesen exercised superior business judgment in leading the Board in response to issues regarding the operation of the District; and

WHEREAS, Commissioner Helgesen’s service and commitment to the community contributed immeasurably.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of Harris County Emergency Services District No. 12 as follows:

The Board of Commissioners commends Larry Helgesen for his personal contributions while serving as a Commissioner of the District and recognizes that he has set an impressive, high standard of service and commitment, both for persons presently on the Board and for all who may serve in the future; and

The Board hereby recognizes Larry Helgesen as an exemplary commissioner and outstanding citizen of the State of Texas, and the Board extends its sincere thanks and congratulations for a job well done.

Approved and entered this 17^th day of October, 2023.

On September 30, 2023, Lucie, the Stop-Drop-Roll Dalmatian, made a surprise weekend visit with Firefighters at Station 24.

A newly promoted Captain; a new Engineer/Driver and three new Firefighters completed an 80-hour Orientation Training Program on September 21, 2023. The Orientation Training Program included Firefighter Skills Training at Station 24; two days of Live Fire Training at the Deer Park Fire Training Field; and Firefighting Ventilation Training at the Channelview Station 3 Training Center.