02/05/2025
On January 25th, the KQARS held its annual banquet and installation of officers. Members in attendance received gifts of appreciation for service throughout the year, as well as recognizing their dedication to the department and community. We look forward to entering our 65th Year of service to the community and can not thank the citizens and visitors enough for their generous contributions, to allow us to continue serving.
We would like to thank Chester river seafood for catering, Helen Todd for decorating, the Kent County Commissioners for their overwhelming support, Kent County OES, Sheriff Dennis Hickman for swearing the Board and Officers into office, Chestertown Police Department, Chestertown Volunteer fire company for our continued partnership and the usage of their hall, and the rest of our partner agencies throughout the County.
Awards of Note:
Member of the Year: Lawrence stahl
CS Member of the Year: Micheal Hildebrand
Top Responder: Lawrence stahl
Officer of the year: Phil Russum
Chiefs Award: Bryan Williams/Tim Depp
Years of Service:
45 Years - Jim Siemen, Alex Dolgos
40 Years - Allan Schauber
25 Years - Bob Coleman
20 Years - Travis Nelson
20 Years - Phil Russum
10 Years - John Machen
5 Years - Diane Kulp
A special thank you to Paramedic Smith for her last minute Photography Skills.