BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
September 8, 2008
“APPROVED MINUTES”
Present: Chairman David Simko, Matthew Walton, Dr. Richard Brown, Dean Michelson and Richard Dufour
Others Present: Fire Chief Chuck Stickler, Fire Marshal Phil Visintainer and Hunt Voelker
Chairman David Simko called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. at Company #1 on Barton Hill Road.
Chairman Simko thanked Matthew Walton for all he did on behalf of the Fire Commission during his absence.
Approval of Minutes:
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Matthew Walton to accept the minutes of the August Annual and Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 3 in favor and 2 abstentions.
Communications: None.
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:
R1 Supplement – Chief Stickler reported that he, Chairman Simko and Matthew Walton will be meeting with the Town Manager on September 9th to discuss this issue. A brief discussion followed.
Smokeless Tobacco Grant- Chief Stickler reported that there is no new information on this grant.
Computer Grants – Chief Stickler stated at this time there is nothing new to report.
Vehicle Repairs - Chief Stickler reported that the pump testing was done and the few items found are being repaired.
Firehouse Software – Chief Stickler reported that the software is at the present time being updated by Rich Klotzbier. The software will be server based and will allow Company #2 to access parts of the data.
Communication Grant – Matthew Walton reported that he has received a draft of the radio grant and suggested that the State Representatives and Congressmen should be contacted to assist the process. Chairman Simko stated that the grant has been submitted and we are waiting to hear.
Chiefs Vehicle – Chief Stickler stated that the state bids close at the middle of the month. Crowley Ford is submitting some information to assist in the process.
New Business:
Lights – Dean Michelson asked that new lights be ordered for the front of Company #2. This would replace the one missing light and add lights to help illuminate the parking lot better.
Company #3 – Dean Michelson suggested that the front of Company #3 be power washed. Chief Stickler stated that he will contact Frank Grzyb with regard to this.
Door on Company #1 – Matthew Walton mentioned that the door in the back is rotting. Chief Stickler stated that 3 doors are going out to bid.
Roof – Chief Stickler reported that the roof on part of Company #1 was resealed but it is still leaking after the last rain. Frank Gryzb is going to contact Lee Plummer for any suggestions.
A motion was made by Richard Dufour and seconded by Matthew Walton to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:50 p.m. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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