Program Information This program is designed for those who wish to support the Mt.Orab Fire Department, Inc. by providing immediate support and assistance to persons who have lost everything in a disaster. Auxiliary members provide support on scene to firefighting staff in the event of a complex scene.  The Auxiliary program is also responsible for fundraising activities and public events.   Membership In order to qualify to be a member of this program you must be 18-years-old or 16-years-old if a parent or guardian is also a member. The program includes two types of membership, active and associate. Active membership requires that you live within the Mt.Orab Fire Department coverage area, attend monthly meetings, respond when called to emergency scenes and participate in fundraising activities. Associate membership is for those who wish to help but do not have the time to make runs and attend every meeting. Associate members will be called upon to help with various fundraisers and may be asked to attend some special meetings to plan events and projects. The application process is as follows: 1) Obtain and complete an application. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Fire Department @ 937/ 444-3945 or downloaded from this website. 2) Return the application by dropping it off at the firehouse located at 105 Spice Street in Mt. Orab or by mailing it to PO Box 454 Mt. Orab, OH 45154. 3) The officers will review the application and ensure you meet all the requirements for                   requested membership type. 4) Applicants will be contacted for an interview. 5) Applicants will be introduced at next monthly meeting. 6) Active members will vote to accept or decline application.   Business Activities The program is led by an officer team consisting of: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The Mt. Orab Fire Department conducts its own meetings the last Thursday of every month, unless otherwise scheduled by the President. They also attend the Mt. Orab Fire Department business meetings each month.   Training Activities Members of the Mt. Orab Fire Department Auxiliary are Hazardous Materials Awareness level trained. This training is required for any active member in order to respond to the scene of an emergency. CPR training is also strongly encouraged and made available to members.   Emergency Response Activities Auxiliary members are called to scenes where department members have been on the scene for an extended amount of time. Hours of response are restricted on school nights for members under the age of 18 or still in school. Duties on scene may include providing food and water for department members on scene or providing clothing, blankets etc. for victims.   Fund Raiser Activities The auxiliary participates in many fundraisers throughout the year. The annual fundraisers for this program are the “Battle of the Badges” Basketball game and the annual golf scramble held at Whiteoak Golf Course. All funds raised by auxiliary activities go into an account used to fund the program and purchase needed items and equipment for Mt. Orab Fire Department, Inc.