Published on May 14, 2014

Mayor Janice S. Mironov proclaimed Emergency Medical Services Week and honored Zachary Beyer, East Windsor Rescue Squad, District I “EMT of the Year” and Arlen Forst, East Windsor Rescue Squad, District II “EMT of the Year.”

Zachary Beyer, who joined Rescue Squad, District I in September 2011 bringing prior first aid experience, currently serves as Deputy Chief, is an active riding member on the rescue and ambulance truck and is presently undergoing training in vehicle rescue operations. Mayor Mironov in a Proclamation praises Zachary Beyer stating, “Zachary Beyer is directly responsible for an adult CPR save and has assisted other volunteers in responding to emergency medical service needs.”

Arlen Forst, who joined Rescue Squad, District II in July 2001, quickly proved his skills as an Emergency Medical Technician and key component of the Rescue Squad operations. Arlen currently serves as Treasurer of the Executive Board, has held numerous positions of leadership including President, Treasurer, Trustee and Deputy Chief. Mayor Mironov in a Proclamation praises Arlen Forst stating, “Arlen Forst has always been an outgoing person, willing to help anyone in need and has stood out as a role model, mentor and friend to the Squad and the community.”

Mayor Mironov congratulated both honorees stating, “Zachary Beyer and Arlen Forst, through their hard work, dedication and enthusiasm, as well as their countless hours of service, have earned them the respect of the members of both East Windsor Rescue Squads and the entire community."

Pictured (from left to right) are: East Windsor Rescue Squad, District I Chief Scott Prykanowski; Mayor Janice S. Mironov; Zachary Beyer, East Windsor Rescue Squad, District I “EMT of the Year”; Arlen Forst, East Windsor Rescue Squad, District II “EMT of the Year”, and East Windsor Rescue Squad, District II Chief Tristan Torres.