BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
March 14, 2011
MINUTES
Present: Leroy Goff, Richard Dufour, Dean Michelson, Richard Brown
Absent: Chairman David Simko
Others Present: Chief Paul Owen, Deputy, Matthew Walton (BOF), Lou Harris, Charles Spakowski, Dan Burdick
Richard 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 Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to accept the minutes of the January Regular meeting minutes as presented. Vote 3-0 approved 1 abstention.
- 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 Paul Owen’s Report: The Chief’s report is attached and made part of these minutes.
Old Business:
- 2011-2012 Budget/Capital – Matthew Walton of the Board of Finance stated at this time the Fire Department stands as it was submitted. Chief Owen reviewed the changes that were made to the Capital Budget, basically that the ATV, Radios and Renovation of the Kitchen were removed but the gear, exhaust system for CO 2, turn out gear and Jaws of life will remain. The finance director stated that if the town bonds then a truck replacement would happen at that time. Dean Michelson suggested a truck committee be formed so we are ready to go when the time comes. A brief discussion was held.
- 2010-2011 Budget Status: Chief Owen reviewed the current year budget and at this time there doesn’t seem to be any problems.
New Business:
- Purchase of Snow Blower – Chief Owen stated that the snow blower has been purchased
- Contract with Paul’s and Sandy’s – Chief Owen reviewed with the Commission the costs of cleaning up the snow at the three firehouses, which was $1,187.50. Chief Owen he also received a quote from Paul’s and Sandy’s for the next year.
- Purchase of 8 Sets of Personal Gear–
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Leroy Goff to discuss the purchase of personal gear. Vote 4-0 approved.
Chief Owen reviewed that cost of hoods, gloves and turnout gear.
- Purchase of hoods and gloves–
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Dean Michelson to approve the purchase of hoods and gloves. Vote 4-0 approved.
- Purchase of running boards for Fire Police Van–
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to approve the purchase of running boards for the fire police van. Vote 4-0 approved.
- Repair of thermal imaging camera:
A motion was made by Leroy Goff and seconded by Richard Brown to approve the repair of the thermal imaging camera. Vote 4-0 approved.
- Awards Program Status: Richard Dufour stated that Chairman Simko will be turning in the numbers into ACG.
- Tax Abatement Status: Richard Dufour stated that Chairman Simko will be turning in the numbers into the Tax Office.
- Lock Boxes Status: Richard Dufour asked on behalf of Chairman Simko who would have access to the keys. Chief Owen stated that the keys would be in the truck box and the officer in charge would have to contact KX on tape and they would unlock the box in the truck for the officer and they would be responsible for the key.
- Generator for Company #2 Status: Richard Dufour reported that Frank Grzyb has not gotten back to Chairman Simko as of today.
- Status of Pickup: Chief Owen reported that when the truck arrived at the dealer he was not pleased with the factory paint job and will be taking care of repairing the issues. Chief Owen stated that it should be in service by the end of April.
- Pump House System Repair: Richard Dufour reported that Frank Grzyb has money in his budget to replace the pony pump but not to fix the leak. Chairman Simko is sending an email to the Finance Director, Acting Town Manager and Frank Grzyb to suggest that the repairs be taken out of the department dry hydrant capital fund money. Richard Brown suggested that the facilities director approach the Board of Finance to ask for the money. A brief discussion followed and Chairman Simko will be contacting Frank Gryzb with regard to this matter.
- Department Physicals: Chief Owen met with Occupational Medicine at Middlesex Hospital. After a discussion with Occupational Medicine and on the urging of the membership for a change, the physicals will be taking place here and possibly blood work at the same time. Richard Brown asked that he be notified of the physical dates. Chief Owen stated the dates are April 18th from 5-8 and will return on the 20th to complete the physicals. The second round will be May 2 and May 4th will be the completion of physicals. Chief Owen has spoken to 14 other departments that have used this group. Any new members that come into the department after those nights will receive a card and be able to schedule an appointment ASAP.
- Other Concerns: Chief Owen reported that the hose has been received. Chief Owen will also check on the status of Rescue 2.
- Approval of Purchases-
Amount Description Vendor Account
$2,000 Gas Meter TBD TBD
$ 800 Co Monitor Repair TBD TBD
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to approve the purchase of a gas meter replacement and CO Monitor Repair. Vote 4-0 approved.
A motion was made by Dean Michelson and seconded by Richard Brown to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:08 p.m. Vote 4-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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