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PLEASE BE ADVISED, that the Arlington Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting for the purpose of promotions and two personnel items for Executive Session on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Arlington Fire District Headquarters, 11 Burnett Boulevard, Poughkeepsie, New York, County of Dutchess.
By order of the Arlington Board of Fire Commissioners.
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- Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas.
- Install a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on every floor of your home, including the basement and in sleeping areas.
- Test your smoke and CO alarms every month.
- Check your smoke and CO alarm batteries at least twice a year.
- Keep flammable items away from heat.
- Plan and practice your home fire escape plan.
- Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Keep fresh batteries in flashlights.
- Inspect electrical cords.
- Don’t smoke in the home.
- Remove lint from your dryer and change filters.
- Always stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Never leave flames unattended.