Meetings

GCFAAA Members, Our next meeting will be held Wednesday, March 4, at 7:00 PM at: Gwinnett County Fire Headquarters 408 Hurricane Shoals Rd NE Lawrenceville, GA 30046 Community Risk Reduction Fire Education staff will provide updated Home Safety Survey training. This will cover required documentation, educational messaging, equipment, and procedures, including guidance on hardwired smoke alarms. While Home Safety Surveys and Smoke Alarm Blitzes are separate initiatives, the training and messaging overlap significantly. This session will be valuable for both experienced and new volunteers and will directly support participation in upcoming outreach efforts. We encourage all members interested in participating…

A big THANK YOU to Sheri Russo - Metro Atlanta Field Coordinator, Georgia Emergency Management Agency – Homeland Security (GEMA-HS) for her incredibly informative and engaging presentation at our CFA meeting! Sheri spoke on Visual Weapons Screening, sharing practical insights that truly made us stop and think. One of the most powerful takeaways was her emphasis on asking “what if” questions to help develop a strong survival mindset. That simple shift in thinking can make all the difference during an emergency — awareness, preparation, and the will to act matter. We are grateful for Sheri’s time, expertise, and dedication to helping our…

You are invited!The Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) Alumni warmly invites our alumni and the public to join us for our February 4, 2026 CFA Meeting, featuring a special guest speaker: Sheri RussoMetro Atlanta Field CoordinatorGeorgia Emergency Management Agency – Homeland Security (GEMA-HS)Sheri Russo plays a vital role in helping keep our communities prepared and resilient. As the Metro Atlanta field coordinator for GEMA-HS, she provides all-hazards emergency management consultation services to nine metro Atlanta counties. Her work includes helping local governments create emergency operations plans, develop standard operating procedures, and design innovative training exercises. She also helps coordinate disaster response…

A big thank you to Lt. Jenaro Hare from the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach for his outstanding presentation on “Protect Your Everyday – If You See Something, Say Something.”Your insights on recognizing terrorism-related suspicious activity were eye-opening and an important reminder that keeping our community safe is a shared responsibility.Remember: If you see something suspicious, say something to local authorities or call 9-1-1 in case of emergency.

You’re Invited!Join the Gwinnett Citizens Fire Academy Alumni Association for an evening withLt. Jenaro Hare from the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office – Community Outreach. Wednesday, October 1, 2025 7:00 PM Gwinnett County Fire Headquarters408 Hurricane Shoals Rd NELawrenceville, GA 30046This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with our community partners.We look forward to seeing you there!

Join Us for Movie Night with the CFA Alumni! The Gwinnett Citizens Fire Academy Alumni invite the community to our next meeting on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Gwinnett County Fire Headquarters (408 Hurricane Shoals Rd NE, Lawrenceville, GA 30046). This special evening will feature Chief Rutledge presenting old training footage and walking us through the lessons behind it — a unique chance to learn what firefighter training really looks like! And of course… what’s movie night without snacks? We’ll have movie-themed goodies to enjoy while we learn together. Come join us for this fun and educational…

Join us for our next Citizens Fire Academy Alumni meeting on Tuesday, August 6 at 7:00 PM at our usual spot — Gwinnett County Fire Headquarters (408 Hurricane Shoals Rd NE, Lawrenceville, GA 30046). We're excited to welcome Sergeant Jon Doherty from the Gwinnett County Police Department Special Investigations Section – Vice/Alcohol Unit as our guest speaker. He’ll be sharing insights into the important work being done behind the scenes to keep our community safe. Whether you're an alum or just curious — we’d love to have you join us!

A huge thank you to Dr. Carol Terry, Medical Examiner for Gwinnett County, for joining us at our Citizens Fire Academy Alumni meeting and delivering an eye-opening and educational presentation! Dr. Terry gave us a fascinating look into the critical role a Medical Examiner plays in our community. From investigating sudden, unexpected, or unexplained deaths, to determining whether a death is a homicide, suicide, accidental, natural, or undetermined, her work helps bring clarity, justice, and closure to families and the community. We are grateful for her time, expertise, and dedication to public service. Her presentation reminded us of just how…

You’re Invited! CFA Alumni Meeting – July 9, 2025 Please be our guest for our CFA Alumni Meeting on Wednesday, July 9th at 7:00 PM, held at: Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters - 408 Hurricane Shoals Road NE, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 We’re honored to welcome Dr. Carol Terry, Gwinnett County Medical Examiner, as our guest speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a true expert in the field and learn more about the vital work of the Medical Examiner’s Office. All are welcome—come connect, learn, and grow with us!

Thank You, Dr. Sean Graham! A huge thank you to Dr. Sean Graham for his powerful and informative presentation at last night’s CFA Alumni meeting! We learned the importance of being prepared with a "GO" bag, and what essential items to keep in both your home and car in case of emergencies. Dr. Graham also emphasized being aware of risks specific to your area and gave timely reminders for hurricane season preparedness. Here are a few key hurricane safety tips he shared: Keep a flashlight, batteries, water, and non-perishable food on hand Sign up for local weather/emergency alerts Know your…