Rush, NY - Monroe County Fire Coordinator Steve Schalabba recently attended Rush Fire Department's monthly meeting to present a retirement plaque to Past Chief Robert Faugh. Bob served as a Monroe County Fire Instructor for 37 years, beginning in 1982, making him the longest serving fire instructor in county history. He was a NYS Fire Instructor and NYS Police Academy Instructor for many years, and also served as Deputy County EMS Coordinator for 25 years. He was recognized by the Monroe County Manager for "significant contributions" to the County Fire and EMS Bureau throughout his many years of service. Bob is still an active firefighter (Fire Police Capt.), and serves as Vice Chairman on the Rush Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners. He has been the district's Treasurer since 1972.