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Try re-reading this post (#13 on this thread, the one by Truck4): http://emtbravo.net/index.php?showtopic=13...indpost&p=65188 The whole "double standard" thing that BOTH "sides" accuse me of is complete and utter BS. I'm sick of hearing it . There is no motive behind the moderation of this forum, only to keep it a positive and constructive place. Just because you can't be like the majority of this forum, and follow the guidelines and purpose of this forum, and consequently, your posts get deleted.....don't falsely accuse me of having a double standard when you and you yourself are the sole reason why your posts get deleted. And give me a little credit too, I have been a heck of a lot more open to what gets discussed compared to the past lately. This site is run on member input, and if members don't like the way things are going, then things change. Thanks to everyone for the support.

......So then why bash me/this site under that screen name, not the one everyone knows? And we have a feature that allows you to log in and be invisible to other members. Habitually, absolutely right. I've said a million times-this forum WILL NOT be a rantfest. Some of the "negative or inflammatory" remarks you speak of were biased, used to stir the pot or cause trouble, or simply not factual. A lot of them were made by members who cower behind a screen name. I've been a lot more tolerant lately, but it seems like some prefer causing trouble then resolving the issue....which is one of the problems of this forum and why some posts are deleted. As I said, it's a fine line between bashing and "opinion", and something that never will make everyone happy. I can't live on this forum 24/7. I actually do things that involve me leaving the computer for several hours at a time, as do the other moderators. That thread was deleted. Again, if you have a problem with a post, USE THE REPORT POST FUNCTION! That is why it is there And if you want to bash this site openly, then members can discuss it openly. This forum is provided for the members who contribute positvely to it, and if they want to defend it, then I will allow them. You're not going to bash this site and then have me protect you, it doesn't work both ways. If you don't like this forum, or the way it's run, either feel free to contact me at EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com, or find another forum....there are plenty of others out there. I'll repeat myself. You don't like this forum, or the way it is run, tough! The rules and guidelines of this forum are quite clear and known. There are plenty of people who enjoy this site and make good use out of it . Posting on this forum is a privledge, and as referenced by another member, not your given right. I don't provide so you or anyone else can have a place to rant and bash.

Um, your comments never went anywhere. To note, these comments were orignally posted by "BuffThis" in the topic "Fire The Firemen" Umm, no, it wouldn't be pulled if it was presented appropriately. We're concerned about bashing of SPECIFIC departments and personel on this forum. We're open to discussion of the issues, as long as it's done in a constructive manner, and without members flaming one another. We've been trying in the past few months to be more open to more types of discussion, and if it gets a little bit heated at time...so be it. If it gets significantly out of line, then we rely on our members to tell us it is, and we take care of it. However, we will never allow those (mostly non-verified) members whose sole purpose it is on this forum is to cause trouble and stir the pot. That's not why the forum is provided, and it seems thats all some members are interested in doing. What are you talking about? First, I haven't been on since 1930hrs last night, before your posts were made. So let' stop with the false accusations. You're way off base. (In regard to "Fire The Firemen" topic) Where is someone here bashing a SPECIFIC department or person? It appears to me the general issue as published in the media was being discussed, and members had opposing viewpoints but were respectful in their interaction. Where are we involved that you made this comment bashing this site? If you have a problem with me or this site, feel free to: A ) Stop hiding behind your screen name, and contact me at EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com Or you could use the other screen name you are registered with that many people know as you to post these comments B ) Use the "Report Post" feature if this post needed attention from a moderator. We can't read every topic and every post. C ) Feel free to not visit or read this forum, especially if you want to believe a false and fabricated theory, or hold a grudge, such as yours. We work hard to maintain this forum, and I've been very tolerant of an expanded scope of discussions on this forum lately. It's a fine line between discussing the issues constructively and pointless bashfest, and it's a battle I never can seem to win or escape criticsm from. If you have an issue with this forum, I'm always open to discussion....EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com.

We have created an "Assignment Desk" page. http://www.emtbravo.com/assignmentdesk It is a list of photos we are looking to obtain for posting on EMTBravo.com. If you have good quality photos, feel free to send them in CAN YOU SET UP A SHOOT? We can dispatch a staff photographer to shoot the target in high-resolution, and even make you a CD of the photos if you can arrange the shoot. Please look at the list and see if you can help. Also, let us know if there's anything we need to add to the list. List will be updated as need dictactes. EMAIL: EMTBravo@EMTbravo.com

We have created an "Assignment Desk" page. http://www.emtbravo.com/assignmentdesk It is a list of photos we are looking to obtain for posting on EMTBravo.com. If you have good quality photos, feel free to send them in CAN YOU SET UP A SHOOT? We can dispatch a staff photographer to shoot the target in high-resolution, and even make you a CD of the photos if you can arrange the shoot. Please look at the list and see if you can help. Also, let us know if there's anything we need to add to the list. List will be updated as need dictactes. EMAIL: EMTBravo@EMTbravo.com

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This is a copy of the newsletter emailed to all registered member on the EMTBravo Network email list this morning.

Special thanks to tbendick (of NYCFire.net and EMTBravo Network Super Moderator.), who spent several hours donating, setting me up with, and tutoring me today on new web editing software that will make editing and updating these sites a heck of a lot easier and quicker for me. Tommy has also spent countless hours setting up, hosting, and running FireEMSAlpha.com and giving me technical support. I appreciate it! Thanks Tommy! And thanks to the countless other members who always support me with their positive feedback about the site, advice, input, thanks to the members who submit their photos, thanks to the members who post on and reads the forums, and to every member who visits the site.

If you notice, EMTBravo.com has renamed its "Latest Photos" section to "Latest Photos And Videos" If you have a GOOD & ORIGINAL (meaning shot by you) video clip, we will post on EMTBravo.com after reviewing the content. *OR* If you have a video hosted on a reputable video hosting site, such as YouTube or GoogleVideo, we will post the link to that video. Please email the clip or link to the video to EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com, and include your EMTBravo username for credit.

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Our sponsorship program is now up and running. Here are the details and current rates. http://www.emtbravo.com/sponsor We have subsequently cancelled our donation program. Personal sponsorships are welcomed.

The upgrade did not affect any EMTBravo Group servers, and you should be able to see photos. The upgrade was to the computer that EMTBravo.com and related sites are produced on. If you are still having problems, check your browser and firewall settings, and internet connection. Feel free to contact me at EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com anytime for any assistance in using this site. And, NYTruckie, no....you're OK

We are now fully operational on the new computer, and everything is back to semi-normal, keep in mind the post vacation backlog though. If for some reason I haven't responded to you, and you emailed me a week or more ago, please always feel free to reemail me at EMTBravo@EMTBravo.com Sometimes things get buried and a re-email helps.

On the update, we have posted our first set of new photos with the new computer. New photos include posted just a couple of minutes ago: White Plains Collapse Unit, Mount Vernon's New Rescue, Croton's New Engine 119, and New Rochelles Mask Service unit, all by jjpinto. We still have a lot of work to do, and look for more coming soon to EMTBravo.com! Time of update 1459hrs Tuesday September 5th 2006

EMTBravo Operational Advisory POSTED: Tuesday, September 5th 2006 13:57:08hrs UPDATED:Tuesday, September 5th 2006 13:57:08hrs Please be advised if you have sent an email to EMTBravo.com in the past week, all replys will be delayed. We are currently at this time working on transitioning to a new computer system for EMTBravo operations. All emails are being migrated to the new computer, a process that's taking longer then estimated. Emails sent from this point foward will be recieved on the new computer system. Once all emails are migrated, your email OR PM will be replied to as soon as posssible. This includes all photo submissions. We will be posting photos again as soon as possible. This delay is cummulative with delays from this past weekend, when EMTBravo was on vacation. We thank you for your patience while we upgrade our systems. As soon as we can, we will be back updating the site.

If you remember a few months back, I was looking for a slogan for EMTBravo.com, and nothing seemed to fit what I was looking for after numerous members made suggestions. I tabled it, and thought when the right slogan came along it would be perfect. Well, on the plane ride home tonight, I came up with a PERFECT slogan for the site, based on some overheard conversation. Now, I hope no one else uses this, because I really want and am going to. EMTBravo.com "Work Together...Win Together" It's posted on the front page of EMTBravo.com, under the top banner. I like how it describes the sites motives, and how the site has been working with other sites to get our message across. Hope you all like it too! Since this is all your website, what do YOU think? -EMTBravo

We are proud to announce the following staff promotions here on the EMTBravo Network forums. Truck4 has been promoted to Deputy Forum Administrator from his previous role as Super Moderator. Truck4 has been a member of this forum since the beginning, and has always offered his advice and support in whatever way he could. He has been instrumental in the growth and sucess in this forum, one of the most visible ways is through his Incident Alert forums, which he created and spends hours on, continuing to post, edit, and maintain. Truck4 also does a tremendous amount of behind the scenes work on the forum including special projects such as the "Top Incident Alerts Of 2005". He has served as Acting Admin during times when I am away or sick. He also is vigilant in keeping away the negativity, untruths, and other nonsense that sometimes pops up on this forum. Truck4 will be responsible for overall forum operations in this new postion, and will remain in his role as Director/Editor-In-Chief of the Incident Alert Forums. Truck4 can be reached either via PM or email at Truck4@EMTBravo.net tbendick has been named Super Moderator, in Truck4's former role in maintaining the purpose of this forum as a constructive place to exhchange information and ideas. He will be watching over the forums to keep it in line with our vision. He will also serve as acting admin when needed. tbendick has also been with us since the beginning, and created and maintained our FDNY forums. tbendick has also always offered support and advice, and has been involved in many behind the scenes projects. tbendick currently is the administrator of NYCFire.net, a site EMTBravo closely works with. tbendick also works with us to produce FireEMSAlpha.com, and is the chief technical advisor to The EMTBravo Group. tbendick can be reached via PM or tbendick@EMTBravo.net Both have full moderation powers on this forum. Please feel free to contact either of them, or myself, with any issues you may have regarding this forum. Congrats to both, and thanks for your continuing support and help! Also, thanks to all the members who continue to support and drive this forum!

This topic has gone way off course from its original point, and is now locked. In the future, please try and discuss the original topic at hand.

Rob- When you have situations like that father in Purdys who was the sole breadwinner for his 8 child family who died tragically in a motorcycle accident last week, or Jessica Martinez, who's family needs support to make sure her son is provided for, or the JIMMY foundation who makes it possible for other families to seek progressive care for child patients with a poor prognosis, having a fundraiser to benefit this website doesn't seem appropriate when there are so many better causes that money should be going to. I'd rather do something low key, like a $2 drive or sticker sales or something to that extent to raise money to offset the cost of running this site. I'm also thinking about corporate sponsorship for select PORTIONS of the site. We shall see as I develop the idea. The idea I like the most right now, and has been helping me a lot, is the PayPal donations center, there have been a lot of generous members helping to cover costs...and that's all I'm really looking to do. Rob, I appreciate your continuing support and help. Please don't get frusterated with me, as I have a million things going on. We'll eventually figure something out when the time is right. -EMTBravo

I ordered the Dell Digital Ultrasharp 19", with the intent of adding a second Ultrasharp 19" when funds allow. Also got the TV tuner card so I can watch TV on one screen while working on the other. I also have a Dell Inspiron with 15" screen that I use to see how the site looks on laptops and smaller screens. AKA "EMTBravo Mobile Command Center", LOL. I am currently using a 19" CRT monitor. It will be so nice to have the deskspace back! I am planning on using my current computer as a photoserver.

Well, with all the increasing work I've been doing on the computer, especially the multitasking, my beloved 2001 Dell Dimension 8200 with 256MB of RAM that EMTBravo was born on and is currently produced on, just wasn't cutting it anymore. So, tonight, after much procrastination, I finally ordered a Dell XPS 400 3.0 GHZ Pentium Dual Core with 2GB of RAM and two 320GB hard drives. It's due the first week of September. It was a lot more then I wanted to spend, but this computer has everything I need and will serve me well into the future. Originally, I wanted to wait until Windows Vista came out, but I can't take how slow this computer is anymore and the slowness really cuts into my productivity. I probaly will need to do some sort of fundraiser to help pay for the computer, since the computer is where EMTBravo comes from and all my new expense eat into the money that used to be plentiful for me to pay for this site alone, so I will be announcing something in the next few weeks. I'm VERY excited! P.S. I like my Dells!

Check out the new "About The EMTBravo Group" page on EMTBravo.com. http://www.emtbravo.com/TheEMTBravoGroup.html The EMTBravo Group produces this forum.