Town of
Hillsdale
NEW YORK

The Hillsdale Volunteer Fire Company protects and serves its community of 5,000 residents in a 43-square mile area.  The Company is dispatched by the County 911 System and is connected to the police radio network. It responds on-demand to emergencies 24/7 and backs up fire companies as needed in neighboring Egremont, Copake, Austerlitz and others.

Executive Officers
President: Joe Hanselman Jr.
Vice President: Patrick Farrell
Secretary: Deborah Grau
Treasurer: James Brennan

Company Trustees
Wina Briggs
James Knickerbocker
Fred Miller

Line Officers
Chief: Fred R. Miller — email hidden; JavaScript is required

1st Assist: Richard Briggs
2nd Assist: Joe Ham

First Captain: Robert Briggs, Jr: 929-5788
Second Captain:  Teddy Baird

First Lieutenant :  Pat Farrell
Second Lieutenant :  Josh Stalker

Fire Police
Captain: Herbert Schmeichel
Lieut.: Robert Briggs, Sr.

Fire District Commissioners
Chairman: Fred Canetto
Secretary: Jim Brennan
Treasurer: Joe Hanselman Jr.
George Atwood
George Beneke
Thomas Kane

Ladies Auxiliary Officers
President: Wina Briggs
Vice President: Patty Hall
Secretary: Emily Stalker
Treasurer: Amanda Burns

Total Members: 45 – 100% volunteer

To learn more about the Fire Company click here.    Interested in becoming a volunteer?  Learn more here.

Banquet and Catering Services Available

Did you know that our Fire Company rents out its banquet space and new pavillion?  As well as provides catering services both on and off-site? You can learn more by contacting:

Carol Hanselman: 325-5537
Emily Stalker: 325-9725