BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
March 8, 2010
MINUTES
Present: Dean Michelson, Dr. Richard Brown, Richard Dufour and Leroy Goff
Absent: Chairman David Simko
Others Present: Chief Stephen Palmer, Matthew Walton (BOF), Rich Klotzbier, Rick Stanchfield (ACG), Marty Voelker, Scranton, Joe Guest and Hunt Voelker
Acting Chair Richard Dufour called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at Company #1 on Barton Hill Road.
Acting Chair Richard Dufour welcomed Leroy Goff as a new member of the Commission.
Approval of Minutes:
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to accept the minutes of the February Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 3-0 in favor 1 abstention.
- ACG Associates – Rick Stanchield from ACG Associates reviewed the 2009 awards. A brief discussion followed.
- 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 Stephen Palmer’s Report: The Chief’s report is attached and made part of
these minutes.
Old Business:
- Emergency Vehicle Training Class–Chief Palmer reviewed the training materials.
- Budget –Chief Palmer stated that the Fire Department Budget review is Friday between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
- Quad Status– Kevin Scranton brought the quad up for a repair quote. Chief Palmer stated that the amount to repair the machine is more than what it would be to purchase a new one. At this time Chief Palmer and Marty Voelker do not recommend repair.
- Rescue 2-12 – Marty Voelker gave the Chief a quote for the trays and he will still modify the shelf. After the order is placed, depending on the work load it will be 2-4 weeks before delivery.
- Trays – Dean Michelson inquired on the status of the trays for the Rescue at Company 2. Dean stated that he feels that the members have done a great job working on the priorities and he feels the Commissioners need to approve the labor for the trays to ease the burden on the membership
New Business:
- Engine 2-12 – Marty Voelker reported on the status of the truck and stated that Greg Voelker will be going out on the 17th and before then Marty will be reviewing the items that need to be inspected.
- Purchases – Chief Palmer stated that he would like to purchase the following items:
Description Amount Account Vendor
Lock Pulley/ $340.00 01220221-5658 edarley.com
Keys for Elevators +Shipping
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to approved the purchases as presented. Vote 4-0 all in favor.
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Leroy Goff to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:40 p.m. Vote 4-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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