Absolutely not.  Just your time and energy focused on helping the community.  All protective equipment, communications gear, uniforms, training courses, etc. are provided by the MLVFD.  Of course, you can get additional toys, er... gear, to supplement the Department's provisions (e.g. flashing lights for your car, rescue knives, flashlights, tattoos... for more information see: http://www.fireauthority.com/)