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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
May 10, 2010
MINUTES
Present: Chairman David Simko, Dr. Richard Brown, Dean Michelson , Richard Dufour and Leroy Goff
Others Present: Chief Stephen Palmer, Matthew Walton (BOF), Rich Klotzbier, Phil Visintainer, Marty Voelker.
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 Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to accept the minutes of the March Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 5-0.
A motion was made by Richard Dufour and seconded by Richard Brown to accept the minutes of the April Special meeting minutes as presented. Vote 5-0.
- Communications: None.
- Public Remarks: Matthew Walton asked if Chairman Simko had a chance to research the paperwork he supplied on leasing. Chairman Simko stated that at this time he did not have a clear understanding of leasing. A suggestion was made to have the Finance Director come to a meeting to get more information. A brief discussion followed.
- 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:
- Appreciation Dinner–Chairman Simko thanked all involved with the dinner.
- Awards Program–Chairman Simko stated a beneficiary form will be sent out to all present members and terminated members with a letter of explanation of wills and the beneficiary form and how each applies to the Awards Program.
- Budget –Chairman Simko stated that after a discussion with the finance director today, he stated that $47,000 was approved for a pickup truck. Chairman Simko asked that specifications be put together so we are ready to purchase in July.
- Truck Repair Bills– Chairman Simko discussed the bills from Engine 2-12 with Jeff Jyllka and where they should be paid from. Chairman Simko states that as of today there is $25,000 left in capital for vehicle maintenance expenditures.
- Engine 2-12 – Marty Voelker gave the Commissioner a report on Engine 2-12’s return to service and the items that need to be installed or purchased now that it is back in service. Chairman Simko suggested a resolution or proclamation be written by the Town Council thanking Whelan Engineering and Mike Scranton for all of their work. A brief discussion followed.
- Rescue 2-12 – Dean Michelson inquired on the status. Marty Voelker stated that the slides came in last week and he will talk to Danny Burdick about getting a list of items needed on the vehicle.
New Business:
- Freedom of Information Meeting – Chairman Simko stated an email from the Town Managers office was sent out notifying all boards and commissions of A Freedom of Information/Code of Conduct Workshop. It will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle School Library.~ Town Attorney Jean D’Aquila and Tom Hennick from the Freedom of Information Commission will be presenting the information. All Board and Commission members are strongly encouraged to attend this workshop.
- Boat Motor – Chief Palmer stated that the boat will be going over to Cromwell and looking to have the boat in the water for Memorial Day.
- Grants – Chairman Simko updated the Commissioners on the grant process. Richard Dufour stated that he looked at another departments grant package, who was awarded a prior year grant, and what they put in was exactly what was suggested be done from the grant writing class. Chairman Simko asked that anyone with grant suggestions please let him know. A brief discussion was held.
- History of the BOFC/Chiefs – Chairman Simko distributed a list of all the Fire Commissioners and Fire Chiefs’ the department has had. Phil Visintainer helped to update the list.
- Purchases – Chief Palmer stated that he would like to purchase the following items:
Description Amount Account Vendor
Backup Camera $1200.00 01220221-5658 Scranton
Communications
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Dean Michelson to approved the purchases as presented. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
A motion was made by Leroy Goff and seconded by Richard Dufour to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:15 p.m. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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