A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township
Stories about ordinary and extraordinary residents and places in Centerville and Washington Township, Ohio. This podcast explores local history from the perspective of current and past residents.
A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township
Bill Gaul - Washington Township Fire Department
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Centerville-Washington History
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Bill Gaul moved to Centerville in middle school, attending Tower Heights Middle school. He graduated from Centerville High School during a time of growth and change. Bill joined the Washington Township Fire department as a volunteer firefighter in May 1979. After nearly 40 years of service to the department, including 11 years as chief, Bill retired in 2018. Retirement is still busy for Bill, who is on the board at Centerville-Washington History and helps to care for his grandchildren.
Moving to Centerville in 1969.
Open concept school - Tower Heights
High School in three buildings
Fun in the 70s
Becoming a Firefighter
Changes in the Fire Department
History of the Fire Department
Dispatch changes
What does it mean to be a leader?
The importance of education
The rod and reel club