On Monday, October 17th, the Bowers Fire Company officially turned on our solar panels that were installed by Solair. Thanks to a town resident and her husband, Bonnie and Rich Oliver, we were awarded a federal grant to totally fund the project that will cut our costs by 25%. Former Chiefs Jeff Morris and Bill Hall were responsible for overseeing the project and worked in conjunction with Town Mayor, Ron Hunsicker and Town Council. The solar panels have a 30 year life span and can produce as much as 34 kilowatts of power which will save the fire company approximately $7,000.00 per year in electric. The Town of Bowers actually received the grant but incorporated the Fire Company because they hold their monthly meetings there in the hall. Mayor Ron was quoted as saying " We're a very tight-knit community and the town decided to include the fire company as a sub-recipient." Our President, Willie Trowbridge, said that we will continue to make further energy efficient improvements in the future. He also said that this is one way we can give back to the community. On hand for the ceremony were Senator Tom Carper and Congressman John Carney as well as State Representative Jack Peterman. Many of the Bowers fire Company members were there in uniform for the occasion as well. Congrats to all who helped in the efforts for BFC to go green!!

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