Mays Landing Firefighters Honored Kenneth Badger Jr. for His Service

Mays Landing, N.J. — October 7 — The Mays Landing Fire Department dedicated tanker 18-19 to Kenneth Badger Jr., in recognition of his hard work, dedication, and ongoing service to the department and Hamilton Township.

This dedication honored Badger’s contributions to the volunteer fire service and his continued commitment to protecting the community. Naming apparatus in honor of members is a meaningful way to acknowledge the time, effort, and responsibility that come with serving a fire department.

The Mays Landing Fire Department, also known as Reliance Hose Company No. 1, has served Hamilton Township in Atlantic County and provided mutual aid to nearby communities. The department’s volunteer members have responded to emergencies and maintained their readiness through training and other department activities.

Tanker 18-19 was listed on the department’s official apparatus roster as a water tender equipped with a 2,500-gallon water tank and a 1,500-gallon-per-minute pump. This equipment was essential for providing water supply during firefighting operations, especially in areas where hydrants or other water sources were not available.

The dedication honored Badger’s continued role in the department and the importance of long-term service within the volunteer fire service. His commitment to Mays Landing Fire Department and Hamilton Township was recognized by naming the apparatus after him, linking his service to a critical resource used in firefighting operations.