BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
October 18, 2010
MINUTES
Present: Leroy Goff, Dean Michelson and Richard Dufour
Absent: Chairman David Simko, Richard Brown
Others Present: Fire Marshal Visintainer, Charles Spakowski, Hunt Voelker, Rich Klotzbier
Secretary Rich Dufour 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 Leroy Goff and seconded by Dean Michelson to accept the minutes of the September Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 3-0 approved.
- 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 Fire Chief’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
Old Business:
- R-1 Supplement–Chief Palmer stated all paperwork has been submitted for the Fire Department and the Police Department.
- Vehicles– Secretary Dufour stated that at this time there are bids on the old suburban and plow truck.
- Bylaws- Secretary Dufour asked the status of the bylaws. Chief Palmer stated there are two points still being address.
- Pontoon Boat Trailer – Chief Palmer stated that the boat trailer is now at company one and a discussion was held on where to house the boat and trailer for the winter.
New Business:
- Accident - Chief Palmer reported that during hose testing yesterday two of the firefighters were injured and all needed paperwork has been filled out and distributed as required.
- Engine 2-12 – Dean Michelson inquired on the status of Engine 2-12 with regard to the repairs. Chief Palmer stated that he is waiting to hear back from First Line and he will contact the representative with Pierce to get some answers. A brief discussion was held.
- Purchases –
Amount Description Account Vendor
$950 per length 9 Lengths Hose 01220221-5657 To Be Determined
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Leroy Goff to approve the purchase of the 9 lengths of hose for $950.00 per length. Vote 3-0 all in favor.
- Fire Marshal Office Move – Chief Palmer stated that a few months ago the Fire Marshal and the Emergency Management office asked to move down to the Chief’s office. Chief Palmer stated that he spoke to the other chief’s and everyone is in agreement for the move.
- Retirement – Fire Marshal Visintainer stated that as of next month he will submit his retirement forms to the town and will retire as of January 1, 2011.
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Leroy Goff to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:24 p.m. Vote 3-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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