Fire

The City of Greer Fire Department is accepting applications for firefighters (certified and non-certified may apply). Follow the link to apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f347f1b2-6af4-4493-9e43-df02b01ceb44&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter

Check out the Greer Civics Academy during their session at the Greer Fire Department last night! Participants learned how the department operates, got a tour of the Hood Road station and the fire engine, plus got to try out the jaws of life and aim a fire hose!

Don't forget! The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing and Recommendation on Monday, October 16 regarding the UDO and updated Zoning Map. Learn more here: https://www.cityofgreer.org/o/bds/page/unified-development-ordinance

🚨A Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test will occur today🚨 The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET today, Wednesday, Oct. 4. The alerts will go to TVs, radio, AND CELL PHONES. You can view the official notice here: https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20231003/fema-and-fcc-plan-nationwide-emergency-alert-test-oct-4-test-messages-will?fbclid=IwAR05IvgdhlIB0IIDYNftv6JiDatHcbA9_teei5ynfHkBCYSUzpphAboRxOM

In Greer, we recognize our community is made up of many different cultures and backgrounds that help make our city special. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on some of our Hispanic and Latino employees and thank them for all they do for this community. En Greer, reconocemos que nuestra comunidad está formada por muchas culturas de diferentes orígenes que ayudan a que nuestra ciudad sea especial. Este mes de la Herencia Hispana, queriamos destacar a algunos de nuestros empleados hispanos y latinos y agradecerles por todo lo que hacen por esta comunidad.

The City of Greer will break ground on a new fire station at the corner of Suber Road and Chick Springs Road on October 11. See details here: https://5il.co/25s2l

Mark your calendars for the first week of Fall in Greer! Tuesday: City Council Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 PM Saturday: Railfest, City Park 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Greer Fire Department firefighters participated in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Fluor Field over the weekend. Those who climbed the stairs say this is a meaningful way to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

We have a calendar packed full of ways for residents to have their voices heard this week. Check out everything going on in Greer! Tuesday: City Council Meeting, 6:30 PM, City Hall Wednesday: UDO Drop-In meetings, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM, City Hall Thursday: UDO Drop-In meetings, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM, 11: 00 AM - 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Cannon Centre Saturday: Get you ART On! & Tunes in the Park: The Rhythm City Band, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Engine 42, Tower 41, Bat 41 and Engine. 41 on scene working a MVC with entrapment on Hunt St near Lancaster Ave. Please use caution in this area.

The City of Greer business offices will be closed today in observation of Labor Day. Municipal trash pickup will also be shifted back a day.

Happy Holiday weekend! We have a short week ahead of us, but here’s what happening in Greer. Monday: Labor Day, City Hall Offices closed in observance Tuesday: Cutlery Club, Tryon Recreation Center, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Mayor Rick Danner has signed a proclamation to name September Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Greer.

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, and we wanted to highlight to work our first responders are doing to combat the epidemic every day. All City of Greer Police Officers are trained at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy on how to administer Narcan, and all Uniform Patrol Officers are trained and carry Narcan. The Greer Fire Department also keeps Narcan in every first aid kit they have on board. So far this year, they have administered 23 vials of Narcan, and have responded to 67 overdose related incidents. There are several treatment centers in our area for overdose patients including Carolina Behavioral Center in Greer, the Phoenix Center in Greenville County, and the Forrester Center in Spartanburg County.

Property owners across the city will begin receiving these mailers as early as today. These are notifications about the upcoming adoption of a new Zoning Map and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Keep and eye out, and learn more at bit.ly/GreerUDO

A quieter week here in Greer, but mark your calendar for these upcoming events! Tuesday: Greer Farmers Market, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM, City Park Tuesday: Artist Reception: The Fifth Season, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Center for the Arts

Registration is open now for the City of Greer Fire Department’s Citizens Fire Academy. It's a free nine-week course designed to introduce our citizens to the functions and daily operations of the City of Greer Fire Department. The academy provides both classroom and hands-on training, offering a fun and safe behind-the-scenes look at what it means to be a firefighter. Participates will get the opportunity to tour The City’s fire stations and dispatch center, meet its firefighters and 911 personnel. During the course, participants will have a chance to wear personal protective equipment, extinguish a fire and participate on a ride-along, as well as learn CPR and home fire safety tips from professional firefighters.