[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 69 (Wednesday, April 27, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E421]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE SERVICE OF UNION FIRE COMPANY NO. 2 IN BALLSTON SPA, NEW 
                                  YORK

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 27, 2022

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Union Fire Company 
No. 2 in Ballston Spa, New York as they celebrate their ``Old Timers'' 
at their annual banquet. This fire company has shown great pride in 
their community and has served Ballston Spa's residents for over one 
hundred years.
  In 1855, a group of firefighters known as the ``Star Fire Co.'' began 
serving the Ballston Spa community. On June 11, 1901, they officially 
became Union Fire Company No. 2 and have been proudly protecting their 
community ever since. Over the last century, the fire company has 
continuously grown and has now expanded to a two story and two bay 
facility that can house multiple apparatuses. In 2001, the company had 
the honor of celebrating one hundred years of faithful service to the 
Ballston Spa community and surrounding areas. The company also proudly 
boasts numerous trophies and awards won by their incredible team and 
the department's band. In 2019, the company responded to a record total 
of 419 emergency calls, exemplifying their unwavering dedication to the 
safety of the Ballston Spa community.
  With the motto ``Ever Ready,'' the Union Fire Company prides itself 
on its exceptional community outreach. In addition to their annual 
banquets celebrating their past and current members, they also hold 
numerous community events. Ballston Spa's youth are a major focus for 
this company, demonstrated in their sponsorship of many local sports 
teams and their fire safety lessons for young students.
  Union Fire Company No. 2 has shown tremendous dedication to 
protecting and serving the Ballston Spa community. On behalf of New 
York's 21st District, I am proud to honor and thank every current and 
past member of Union Fire Company No. 2.

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