BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
May 12, 2008
“APPROVED MINUTES”
Present: Chairman David Simko, Richard Dufour, Dean Michelson, Dr. Richard Brown and Matthew Walton
Others Present: Fire Chief Chuck Stickler, Assistant Chief Steve Palmer, Fire Marshal Phil Visintainer, Hunt Voelker, Rich Stansfield.
Chairman David Simko called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at Company #1 on Barton Hill Road.
Approval of Minutes:
A motion was made by Richard Dufour and seconded by Dean Michelson to accept the minutes of the April regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 3-0 in favor 2 abstentions.
Awards Program Presentation: Rick Stansfield from ACG Associates gave the yearly update on the awards program. A discussion of the program was held.
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded Richard Dufour that based on the information for 2006 that has been presented the statements will be recalculated for 2006 and 2007 and new statements will be sent out as soon as possible. Vote 5-0 in favor.
Communications: Chairman Simko stated a thank you was received from Dr. Brown for his get well basket.
Public Remarks: None.
Fire Marshal Phil Visintainer’s Report: The Fire Marshal’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
Fire Chief Chuck Stickler’s Report: The Chief’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
Old Business:
Vacation – Chairman Simko stated that he will be on vacation until September and in his absence Matthew Walton will be acting Chairman.
Appreciation Dinner – Chairman Simko stated that the Ladies Auxiliary should be thanked for all of their hard work with the dinner and with the tea cup auction.
07-08 Budget – Chairman Simko stated we should keep a close watch on the current budget and the purchase orders that have been written as the fiscal year comes to an end. Chairman Simko also asked if there are any outstanding repairs that need to be done. Chief Stickler stated that Frank Grzyb has been on top of anything needing to be repaired.
08-09 Budget – Chairman Simko stated that the 08-09 budget has passed the referendum therefore the Chief’s new vehicle is in the budget and asks that the specifications get done quickly to be ready for the new fiscal year. Chief Stickler stated that the truck will be purchased and then outfitted once obtained. Chairman Simko asked that since the pickup truck didn’t get financed should the Chief’s old vehicle be equipped to tow the trailer. Chief Stickler stated that the vehicle is not equipped. Chairman Simko asked that anything that needs to get done he would like to get it done early on in the year. Dean Michelson suggested inquiring when the state bid changes in order to be able to obtain a newer vehicle for the money.
R1 Supplement – Chief Stickler reported that after speaking with Kevin McManus who stated that he will be sending a letter recommending that the fire department receive the R1 Supplement.
Tax Abatements - Chairman Simko stated that he will be working on this tomorrow with that Tax Department.
Smokeless Tobacco Grant- Chief Stickler reported that there is no new information on this grant.
Computer Grants – Chief Stickler stated that Rich Klotzbier has applied for a grant for computer equipment and at this time there is nothing new to report.
New Business:
Vehicle Repairs - Dean Michelson suggested that Chief Stickler take a close look at the vehicles and apparatus to see if anything needs to be repaired before the end of the current budget. Chief Stickler stated he will look into this.
07-08 Current Standing - Chief Stickler review the current standings of the 07-08 budget and the purchase orders written. Roughly $26,000 remains in the budget until June and $19,000 has been written in purchase orders.
Rescue 2-12 – Chief Stickler reported that the layout for the graphics have been approved.
Purchases – Chief Stickler asked for the approval to purchase the following items:
Description Amount Acct. Number Vendor
Lens for Masks $1,572 01220221-5320 Lens Crafters
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Dufour to approve the purchase as presented. Vote 5-0 in favor.
DSL – Chief Stickler updated the Commissioners that DSL the lines will be upgraded and add $20.00 to the phone bill and increase the 08-09 budget line.
A motion was made by Richard Dufour and seconded by Matthew Walton to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:50 p.m. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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