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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
January 10, 2011
MINUTES
Present: Chairman David Simko, Leroy Goff, Dean Michelson, Richard Brown
Absent: Richard Dufour
Others Present: Chief Paul Owen, Deputy Chief Ken McGahee, Phil Visintainer, Deputy Fire Marshal Rich Klotzbier, Matthew Walton (BOF), Lou Harris, Charles Spakowski, Mike Rich, Joe Guest and Hunt Voelker
Chairman 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 Leroy Goff to accept the minutes of the December Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 4-0 approved.
- Communications: Chairman Simko received a $500 check from Travelers Insurance for the Scholarship program on behalf of Rich Klotzbier.
- Public Remarks: None
- Fire Marshal Phil Visintainer’s Report: The Fire Marshal’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
- Fire Chief Paul Owen’s Report: The Chief’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
- Appointment of New Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal – Chairman Simko stated that at the last meeting the position had not been posted and needs to be voted on again at this meeting. As of today the positions have been posted for the proper amount of time and the same candidates are the only ones that have applied.
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Leroy Goff to appoint Rich Klotzbier to the position of Fire Marshal. Vote 4-0 in favor.
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to appoint Phil Visintainer to the position of Deputy Fire Marshal. Vote 4-0 in favor.
Old Business:
- Review of Current Budget –Chairman Simko reviewed the current status of the fire department budget and asked if the membership or the Commissioners sees something that the department needs, please let the Chief know so items can be purchased. As of right now there is $141,000 remaining until June 30th.
Chairman Simko reviewed the current capital items with the Commissioners. Chairman Simko mentioned there is still money in turnout gear, Chief Owen stated that the turnout gear should be ordered by the end of the month. As far as the generator, Chairman Simko checked with Frank Grzyb who is working on a bid package. Dry Hyrdants will roll over to next year for the work to be done; Engine 2 still has monies remaining in the line, but that is being worked out. There are also monies for technology upgrades and equipment equaling $3,500 each.
- Status of Vehicles and Buildings – Chairman Simko would like to set up a walk through of all buildings with Frank Grzyb and would like to the Chiefs’ and Company Captain’s to attend in order to make sure all items are mentioned.
- Company Election Results- Chief Owen reported that Company 1 Caption is Richard Kelley, Lieutenants are Ken Royce, Shane Owen, Jerry Cloutier. Company 2 – Captain is Marty Voelker – Lieutenants are Kevin Scranton, Mike Scranton and Ryan Scranton.
Chairman Simko asked the thoughts of the Chief regarding appointing an EMS Coordinator. Chief Owen stated that there was someone appointed last year and he will appoint someone this year as well.
New Business:
- Establish 2011-2012 Budget – Chairman Simko reviewed the town’s budget schedule and mentioned that the budget needs to be input into Munis by January 27th . A discussion followed.
- Establish 2011-2012 Capital Budget – Chairman Simko reviewed the departments requests for the capital budget. For the 2011-12 year the requests will be for turnout gear; vehicle repairs (large unexpected repairs), radios; Hurst tool for Rescue 2; Exhaust System for the bays at Company 2; renovation to Company 1 Kitchen; and an All-Terrain Vehicle to assist in rescues. Chief Owen stated that it was brought to his attention that the Scott bottles will need to be replaced within the next few years and that the minimum cost would be $1,000 per bottle. The bottles are good for 15 years. A discussion of other capital ideas followed.
- Status of Awards Program and Tax Abatement– Chairman Simko stated he viewed the preliminary reports for both programs. Chief Owen stated he is waiting for 3 additional report to finalize the numbers and then he will have them posted for membership.
- 2011 Fire Department Priorities– Chairman Simko would like the Chiefs’ to work on a list of goals that they would like to see for the department.
- Discussion of Reports Needed from Firehouse Software– Chairman Simko would like to hire an outside contractor to write reports. A discussion followed of the various reports the Commission would like to see
- Other Concerns: Chairman Simko inquired about the status personal trauma bags for first responders. Deputy Chief McGahee stated that the cost is roughly $140 per bag.
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Leroy Goff to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:06 p.m. Vote 4-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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