BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
July 11, 2012
MINUTES
Present: Chairman David Simko, Leroy Goff, Richard Brown, Dean Michelson and Richard Dufour
Others Present: Chief Paul Owen, Assistant Fire Chief Marty Swan, Fire Marshal Richard Klotzbier, Lou Harris, Charles Spakowski, Ken Royce, Jason Swan, Rob Rainville, Donovan Antalik , Andrew Strickland, Joe Guest, Chris McDowell, Marty Voelker, Dan Burdick, Rich Kelley 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 Richard Dufour and seconded by Leroy Goff to approve the June regular meeting minutes. Vote 5-0 in favor.
A motion was made by Richard Dufour and seconded by Dean Michelson to approve the June special meeting minutes. Vote 5-0 in favor.
Marty Swan stated during last meeting the agenda stated that it was for discussion and review but no comments were allowed even from the Chief. Marty then asked where the Chairman got his numbers. He stated that he got the numbers from the firehouse reports. A discussion followed.
Dan Burdick stated that his understanding is that the Chairman made this decision alone and not with the Commission which should have been done.
Hunt Voelker stated that in the past the department was scrutinized by the town and he feels that if the run sheets should be available online and made available to the membership so they would have more detail before the end of the year.
- Fire Marshal Rich Klotzbier’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:
- Training Plans for Motel on Route 66 – Chairman Simko asked if the plans have been set up for training at the motel. We have the motel until August 18th. Chief Owen stated that the membership is getting ready to begin training.
- New Engine Committee –Chief Owen stated two meetings were held. The information should be completed by the September 10, 2012 meeting.
- New Radio Status – Chief Owen stated that the lead person on the project passed away and there is a new person heading up the project. It should be wrapped up shortly.
- Water Source status-Chief Owen stated that Deputy Chief McGahee is currently working on this and has contacted the DEEP. He will be meeting with Keith Hayden and the department engineer to address issues. Once the Deputy Chief has reviewed and revised the list he will give it to Kristin to enter into the system.
- 2012/2013 Budget Status –Chairman Simko stated that he received a copy of the new budget printout and it looks like everything we asked for has been put in. 2011/2012 budget has not been finalized yet.
- Company #3 Generator – Assistant Chief Swan stated that this has still not gone out to bid.
- Fire Extinguisher Contract – Chief Owen stated that he received another quote today and is waiting for a third quote.
- Status of safety inspection concerns– Assistant Chief Swan stated he has met with a few companies regarding emergency lights. At this time he is unsure of the cost. He is still waiting to hear from Frank regarding the steps and the wall. At this time Marty stated that roughly $400 has been spent.
- Manpower situation status –Assistant Chief Swan met with Jeff Jyllka and he wanted to wait until the new Town Manager starts. A meeting has been schedule for July 17th at the Town Hall.
- Company #1 Water Situation Status – Chairman Simko gave an update on how the town is looking to improve the situation. It was also stated that the water at company 2 failed and they shocked it and they are waiting to retest. A discussion followed.
New Business:
- Awards Program Attendance Reports– Chairman Simko stated that this was discussed during the public comments.
- Other Concerns: Chairman Simko stated he was told today that all members of the department and all town employees must take a mandatory sexual harassment class. Dates for the class will be worked out.
- Approval of Purchases-
Description Amount Code Vendor
4 Tires $ 2746 01220221-5438 Oasis Tire
Servers at Co #1 and Co#2 $ 3947 Capital Various
Chiefs Computer
Operating System and USB
Plus Labor
Reconfiguring Forestry $8800 01220221-5438 First Line
Tanker 2
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Richard Dufour to approve the purchase as presented. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
A motion was made by Richard Brown and seconded by Richard Dufour to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:16 p.m. Vote 5-0 all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin A. Olzacki
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