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VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 10, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:32 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate and Andy Noeske. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Allen Brown, Dave Cadaret, Dave Washburn and Dan Moore.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to accept the September 13, 2011 minutes as written. Motion carried, 3-0.
Treasurer's Report given by Coultes showing balance in general fund of $61,796. $700.00 from received from the Village of Vanderbilt and $24.27 from taxes was deposited on 10/1/11.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to meet every two months instead of monthly. Motion carried, 3-0. Next meetings will be held in December, February and April. If something comes up requiring board attention, Fire Board will meet in the odd months. Motion by Coultes, with support by Noeske, to pay all bills when come in. Motion carried, 3-0. Posgate will inform Boone of the change and Noeske will inform Heintz.
Noeske reported that Posgate will talk to Elizabeth Haus on the fence variance. The electrician is scheduled for replacing the lights. Water well will be worked on later in the week.
Discussion held on having an ambulance or a 4 x 4.
Written Fire Report reviewed. There were two runs, a go cart fire which was cancelled and a legal burn. Also noted were the pipeline dinner attendance and the fundraiser at MC Sports. John Boyd and Mike Czykoski attend the Firemen's Festival and purchases reviewed. Andy Noeske and Dave Cadaret are taking ICS 300-400. Dan Moore, Richard Simcek and Andy Noeske will be in Fire Fighter I starting next week. Dan Moore needs turnout gear. Motion by Noeske, with support by Coultes, to transfer $2000.00 from Maintenance and Repair to Equipment for turnout gear and $110.00 from Maintenance and Repair to Audit and Legal. Motion carried, 3-0. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to purchase turn out gear for Dan Moore up to $2000.00l. Motion carried, 3-0.
EMS Report given by Dave Cadaret. Last month, there was 1 run in the Village, 2 in the township and 1 no license in the Village. Andy Noeske has passed National Registry. Richard Simcek is retesting.
Allen Brown reported that the fundraiser at MC Sports went well with $125.00 raised. Brown invited the board members to attend the fire prevention program at the school. Ruler and emergency number cards and tips will be distributed.
Motion by Noeske, with support by Coultes, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 3-0.
500 glow necklaces will be ordered for Halloween. Dave Cadaret and Kassie Matelski will handle getting candy for Halloween.
Meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 8, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:32 pm at the Corwith Township Office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate and Clayton Boone. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Erick Thorpe, Tom Serino and Dave Cadaret.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Boone, to accept the July 11, 2011 regular meeting minutes as written. Motion carried, 3-0.
Treasurer's Report given by Coultes showing 8/1/11 balance of $68,441.26. Motion by Posgate, with support by Boone, to accept the Treasurer's Report. Motion carried, 3-0. It was noted that the MFR books are not in the Station 6 library, therefore, our department has to pay for the books and will be kept with the department.
The request from Chief Czykoski was heard to have cable installed so local channels and the Weather Channel would be in the department. Whitman will check on the cost. Boone suggested that the Weather Channel is available online. Coultes reported that Czykoski would also like to have approval to purchase items at the Firemens' Festival. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to approve up to $2500.00 for expenditures, with five checks, for Mike Czykoski to go to the Firemens' Festival. Motion carried, 3-0. Czykoski's written report was received.
Dave Cadaret gave the EMS report. There were 9 runs total last month - 2 in the township and 2 in the village, 3 no license in township and 2 no license in village. One department member and one Fire Board member are attending the MFR class.
Erick Thorpe addressed the board, requesting that he be put back on as support staff. Coultes informed him that he would have to reapply after a leave and the Board could decide if he would have to complete the entire leave requested. Coultes suggested that he remain on the nine month leave of absence. The process had been established in the past. Erick was not aware that he would need to reapply to the department. He was instructed to wait until the Chief and full board was in attendance next month. He was informed that he could chose to have an executive session if wanted.
Tom Serino showed the board the fire dog he was presented for his retirement from the department. This was a gift from a member of the public.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Boone, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 3-0.
With no further business to come before the board, the meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.
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VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 11, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:30 p.m. at the Corwith Township Office. Board present was Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske and Clayton Boone. Cathy Heintz was absent. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Mike Czykoski, Tom Serino, Dave Washburn, Erick Thorpe, Marilyn Cole and Dan Moore (arrived at 6:46 p.m.).
Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, to accept the minutes of the June 13, 2011 meeting with corrections (typos). Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer's Report given by Coultes, showing balance in account as of 7/1/11 of $71,125.32. Motion by Posgate, with support by Boone, to accept the Treasurer's Report. Motion carried, 4-0.
Whitman reported on her meeting with Adam Gandolphi on the insurance. The new policy replaces a piece of destroyed equipment with new up to the limit of the insurance instead of replacing with like equipment. Mike will review the values of the rigs.
Ordinance 2011-2 Amendment to Fire & Emergency Services Ordinance was presented. Motion by Noeske, with support by Posgate, to adopt Ordinance #2011-2 Amendment to Fire & Emergency Services Ordinance. Roll call vote: Coultes - yes, Posgate - yes, Noeske - yes, Boone - yes.
Quarterly report reviewed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to transfer $110.00 from Insurance to Audit/Legal. Motion carried, 4-0.
Posgate presented a letter from Randall Richter requesting the department burn the structure on his property in the village. Mike reported that no departments are doing this due to DEQ regulations which make it cost prohibitive. Whitman will send a letter advising the property owner of this.
Coultes reported that the Village's final payment of $2,500.00 was reported on the Treasurer's Report of 4/1/11. He also reported that he had not purchased a file cabinet yet as he would like to check Big Lots first as they usually have them for $110.00 opposed to the $195.00 at Dunn's. He also checked on computer prices in Gaylord and found nothing cheaper. $60.00 could be saved on software thru Intuit. Full board should be present for a vote on this matter.
Noeske reported that he is still getting bids on the lighting and building needs. Pressure has been turned down at the well. Bridgeway did come out but things are still not correct.
The list of items sent to the meeting by Heintz were reviewed. Concerning the Baptist Church - OCEMS had been contacted by Ms. Teal and the chief's number was given to her. The Village's last payment was included with the 4/1/11 Report - not the 5/1/11 report. Billable runs are so stated during the Fire Report and revenue, when received, is shown on the Treasurer's Report. New proof of insurance was in vehicles prior to 7/3/11. MFR class has 1 confirmed attendee so far - Station 6 supplying books to use with deposit. No other problems with cars parking in the well access road have occurred. Audit reports were received just prior to the July meeting and were distributed to members.
Coultes reported that the Our Home Town bill is showing a charge of $30 for the synopsis. Prior to this month, the charge had been $18. Motion by Coultes, with support by Noeske, to publish full minutes and discontinue synopsis printing. Motion carried, 4-0.
EMS report given by Mike Czykoski for Dave Cadaret. There were 12 runs in June 2 in village and 3 in township responded to, no license available for 3 in village and 4 in township. There happened during the period of 8 am to 6 pm, MFR class begins next month. #421 air ride system issue was resolved by Dan Moore.
Fire report given by Mike Czykoski. There were 7 runs last month which were a powerline down (all ready billed) in Woodland Hills, call to Unipro, grassfire, low power line, PI rollover, vehicle fire w/no suppression, accident on 6/30/11. No additional billable runs during the last month. The extrication training held at our department turned into multi departmental training. Many thanks to Dan Moore for putting together the training as well as obtaining a Volt to familiarize department members with electrical cars. #430 assisted at the air show and at Treetops for fireworks. The Department has been invited to assist at the fair. Mike may not be able to attend the August meeting due to the MFR class. Ask Board to consider expenditures for the Firemen's Festival as Mike will be attending.
Letter from Erick Thorpe received, requesting a nine month leave of absence dated 6/21/11. Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to accept the letter. Motion carried, 4-0.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:36 pm.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
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VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JUNE 13, 2011
Meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:31 p.m. at the Corwith Township Office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske and Cathy Heintz. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Mike Czykoski, Dave Cadaret, Dave Washburn, Erick Thorpe, Danny Moore and Tom Serino.
Heintz questioned if insurance bids were sent out and was informed as we are part of a par-plan, there is an agreement that other agencies will not bid against a par-plan. Motion by Coultes, with support by Noeske, to approve the April 11, 2011 minutes. Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. June 1 balance was $80,548.59 and June 1 balance was $77,898.73. Motion by Heintz, with support by Posgate, to accept the May 1 and June 1 Treasurer’s Report as submitted. Motion carried, 4-0.
2011-2 Amendment to Fire Charges Ordinance presented. Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to adopt Ordinance 2011-2 Amendment to Fire and Emergency Service Charges Ordinance. Roll call: Posgate – yes, Coutles – yes, Noeske – yes, Heintz – yes.
Budget status report reviewed. Over $10,000.00 has been spent and will double when insurance is paid.
Coutles reported that he priced a computer and four drawer locking file for the office at $1685.00. This does not include the locked tower. Discussion followed. Motion by Heintz, with support by Posgate, to purchase four drawer locked file cabinet for $209.16, if needed. Motion carried, 4-0.
Mike Czykoski recommended that Fire Programs not be renewed.
Fence between department and Village Market has quote to be fixed at $2,576.53. This will be going to the township. Cars associated with Burnside Apartments have been parking on the access road to the well. Noeske will address this with the Burnside manager.
Heintz asked if the lighting bid had had any action and Noeske reported it did not. She also reported that there was a leak in the roof in the northwest corner and that the lights in the first bad did not work one evening. Also wants to paint the north wall (repairs are needed on the wall). Noeske will check the lights, roof and bulding.
EMS report given by Dave Cadaret. There were 7 runs in April (5 in township and 2 no license. Czykoski is following up on the run for Station 4 that did not get dispatched out. In May, there were 6 runs (2 in township, 1 in village, 2 no license in township and 1 no license in village). Czykoski is working on holding a MFR class in August. There will be no charge for the class but there will be for books testing and incidentals. He would like to have five attend from the department. He also suggested that the board consider a four door picket with topper as a replacement vehicle for #421 when the time comes.
Fire Report given by Czykoski. In April there were 3 runs and in May 6 runs. Additional SOG on lights and siren being worked on. Other departments have requested our SOG’s. Training held since the last meeting included DNR Wildfire Awareness, training at well, Hazmat I training and full scale disaster drill. Czykoski suggested emailing draft minutes. Mike billed for using our Jaws at a PIA - $250.00 was received. Mike and Dan Moore will be doing a presentation/training on the Jaws of Life on 5/25/11 for the department. Treetops has requested a four wheel drive vehicle and staff (Mike sending two) to be on hand for their fireworks display. Dave Washburn volunteered. Czykoski reported that Doug Heintz did respond to the McKibben fire which was the first response in months. Some comments were made by other department members and Doug has now turned in all his equipment.
Erick Thorpe requested executive session. Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to enter into executive session at 8:25 p.m. Roll cal vote: yes – Coultes, Posgate, Noeske, Heintz. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to close the executive session and reopen the regular meeting at 8:55 p.m. Motion carried, 4-0.
Upon reviewing Ordinance 2011-2, it was discovered that it did not include the charge for a structure fire. Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to rescind the motion to adopt Ordinance 2011-2 Fire and Emergency Service Charges Ordinance Amendment. Motion carried, 4-0.
Discussion held on publishing minutes vs. synopsis. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to publish the synopsis. Motion carried, 3-1 (Heintz voted no).
Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
There are no minutes for May, as the May, 2011 meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum.
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 11, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:33 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske, Clayton Boone and Cathy Heintz. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Richard Simcek, Mike Czykoski, Dave Washburn, Erick Thorpe and Tom Serino (arrived at 6:43 p.m.).
A check for $2500.00 was given to Treasurer Coultes from the Village of Vanderbilt. Cost of turnout gear is approximately $200 for helmet, $1800 - $2000 for bunker pants and jacket, $120 - $200 for boots, $30 for gloves, $25 for hood and $300 for SCBA mask. Cost of an SCBA is approximately $6,000.00. A couple helmets do need to be replaced.
Motion by Boone, with support by Noeske, to accept the March 14, 2011 minutes as written. Motion carried, 4-1 (Heintz abstained).
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balance in checking is $78,958.93. Revenue for March was $26,546.46. Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to acknowledge the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried, 5-0.
Noeske will find out how to correct that ordinance publication as the change made by the Board was not in the publication notice sent over by the attorney.
Discussion held on what would be needed to move the Clerk and Treasurer into the station office. Czykoski’s concerns on Fire Programs were heard.
Insurance bids will be sought in May. Building repairs and light bids have not been taken to the Township board yet. Heintz suggested looking into “adopt a highway”.
EMS report given by Mike Czykoski. 10 runs last month with 3 responded to in the township and 1 no license in the township. One run was responded to in the village, 2 had no license and 3 were cancelled.
Fire report given by Mike Czykoski. There was one run last month which was a chimney fire which was out on arrival. Since the beginning of the month, we had an I-75 rollover which was cancelled and one downed power line which occurred before the ordinance was published. Mary Kern is working on a grant with the State of Michigan for wildfire gear. Czykoski requested approval to purchase two helmet. Five members attended the Pipeline Group meeting. The copy machine is being moved back to the office. Trim paint is needed for the fire hall. Fence needs to be repaired. Mike will try straightening the fence while options are looked at. Board Chairman needs to sign 20 copies of the SOGs. Czykoski will not be at the May 9 meeting as EMT class is starting. Fire reports for the VCFR did not go through per the fire reports link.
Czykoski requested that the board put together protocol for wearing clothing with the department name on it.
2010-11 final quarter budget report reviewed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to transfer $149.00 from Training to Audit/Legal and $191.00 from Training to Equipment with no change to the total budget amount. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 5-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 14, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:35 pm at the Corwith Township Office. Board members present were Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske, Clayton Boone and Pat Coultes. Others present were Debbie Whitman, Allen Brown, Tom Serino, Mike Czykoski, Richard Simcek, Dave Cadaret, Erick Thorpe and Patrick Dunham.
Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, to accept the minutes of the February 15, 2011 meeting as written. Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balance as of 3/1/11 was $56,007.13. Revenue for February was $7,719.25. Motion by Boone, with support by Noeske, to acknowledge the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried, 4-0.
Czykoski will check if equipment from mutual aide could be billed through our department under the new ordinance.
Fire and Emergency Services Ordinance discussed. Section 3 – Exemptions will have the following addition: D – Fire calls not requiring suppression. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, that Vanderbilt Corwith Fire and Rescue Authority Ordinance 2011-1 Fire and Emergency Services Charges Ordinance be adopted on March 14, 2011 and be effective immediately upon publication. Roll call vote: Boone – yes, Noeske – yes, Posgate – yes, Coultes – yes. Billing for services shall be done as soon as report is completed. The Village and Township need to repeal their fire charges ordinances.
Motion by Noeske, with support by Posgate, to adopt the 2011-12 budget with revenues of $65,380.00 and expenditures of $65,380.00. Roll call vote: Noeske – yes, Posgate – yes, Coultes – yes, Boone – yes.
Coutles reported that he did speak with Doug Heintz. He does not want the stipend at this time. He will be coming up in the future to do more. Coultes also requested that his $100/month stipend for being treasurer be reinstated. Motion by Noeske, with support by Posgate, to give the $100 stipend back. Roll call vote: Noeske – yes, Posgate – yes, Boone – yes, Coultes – abstained.
Posgate will follow up on Charter Communications letter reference cable TV service.
EMS report given by Dave Cadaret. There were 12 runs last month – 4 in the township responded to and 3 with no response – 2 in the village responded to and 3 with no response. Mike Czykoski will be giving the EMS report next month as Dave will be out of town.
Fire Report given by Mike Czykoski. There were no fire runs last month. There has been one run so far this month – a chimney fire which was out on arrival. It was confirmed that training pay still exists. Ten members are planning to attend the Pipeline Group training at Treetops on 3/22/11. Drivers Training is planned for 3/26/11 and also in April. In April, department training will be moving from Tuesdays to Thursdays. This may also happen in August. Wildfire boots are needed for at least two members and a wildfire suit is needed for one. John Boyd will repair the halogen light at the well. ¾” garden hose is needed for well testing. SOG’s will be distributed next month. Radio equipment inventory is done for Otsego County. Applicant Patrick Dunham was introduced to the Board. He has been approved by the department and hiring committee. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to accept Patrick Dunham as a new member. Motion carried, 4-0. Mike reported that some Monday meeting will conflict with his training schedule but was fine with keeping the Monday meeting time at this time. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to approve expenditure of up to $1,000.00 for the wildfire gear needed. Motion carried, 4-0. This will be taken from the current budget. Mike also reported that a 17 county training will be held in Gaylord in May. Erick Thorpe will be getting his full physical Thursday. Czykoski recommended that Erick’s probationary period be extended an additional 30 days. Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, to extend the probationary period an additional thirty days for Erick Thorpe. Motion carried, 4-0.
Allen Brown would like to coordinate a program with the school and Bay Mills Tribe on Indian Heritage.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 15, 2011
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:35 p.m. at the Corwith Township Office. Board present were Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske, Cathy Heintz and Pat Coultes. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Mike Czykoski, Tom Serino, Richard Simcek, Dave Cadaret and Jack Deming (arrived at 6:37 p.m.)
Noeske reported on the fire charges ordinance. The attorney had advised there were some inconsistencies in the equipment charges – should be rescue rig of $100, $200 and $300; tanker $100, 200 and $300; pumper $150, $300 and $450, brush truck $100, $200 and $300. Accident fire response should be $500. The ordinance should be back from the attorney by the next meeting.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to accept the January 10, 2011 minutes as written. Motion carried, 3-1 (Noeske abstained).
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balance in account as of 2/1/11 is $51,469.96. Revenue received in January was $30,278.39. Motion by Heintz, with support by Noeske, to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried, 4-0.
Record storage was discussed.
Coultes reported that he had asked the Chief to pull the Assistant Chief’s payroll check as he had not been in to the department in January. Board decided to void check and only pay the hourly and will readdress next month.
Approved minutes will be forwarded to Our Home Town as soon as possible after approval.
Noeske has not followed up on the lighting bid Heintz sought. Nothing has been done on the north wall either. Heintz questioned if the department has a shortfall, would the township or village cover the shortfall. Posgate reported that the Village is planning on budgeting $5,000.00.
EMS Report given by Dave Cadaret. Since the last meeting, there were 2 runs in the Village, 2 in the township, 1 no license in the Village and 3 no license in the township for a total of 8 runs. Fire Programs is capable of doing a break down report and will work on this (asked for two months time). EMS response discussed. There might be an MFR class in late summer.
Fire Report given by Mike Czykoski. Runs during the last month were a downed power line (Great Lakes Energy on scene), rollover on I-75 and a PDA. There will be a meeting next week with applicant Patrick Dunham. Mary Kern is working on grants for a thermal imaging camera. The Volunteer Fire Assistance Program grant is worth $2,500.00 and good until September. Also reported on fax from Gary Koronka, narrow banding update and the Chief & County Training meeting to be held on 2/21/11 @ 7 p.m. Also reported on the Firefighter Training Council changes concerning instructors. A walk through of the casino was done and the preplan is about 75% complete. Heintz will get her changes to the SOG’s to Mike so the hard copy can be distributed for implementation next month. #405’s repairs reported on. Whitman will check on the Airgas bill.
The following proposed 2011-12 budget was prepared:
Revenue:
Millage $65,380.00
Expenditures:
Audit Legal 2,200.00
Equipment 1,500.00
Insurance 13,100.00
Maintenance/Repair 4,950.00
Miscellaneous 2,139.00
Supplies 2,950.00
Telephone 3,000.00
Training 1,211.00
Utilities 7,700.00
Wages –Training 3,000.00
Wages – Other 23,630.00
Total Expenditures $65,380.00
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 10, 2011
The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m. by Chairman Posgate at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Clayton Boone and Cathy Heintz. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Tom Serino, Mike Czykoski, Dave Washburn, Dave Cadaret and Richard Simcek
Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to accept the minutes of the December 13, 2010 meeting as written. Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balance in checking as of December 31 is $24,109.05. $17,264.16 has been received from the millage. $2,141.00 was received from Accident Fund for the workers comp rebate. The Village of Vanderbilt submitted a check for $2,500.00 toward their contribution. Motion by Posgate, with support by Boone, to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried, 4-0.
Posgate reported that he checked Pro Source for an entry system but Maximum Security will have to provide an estimate. Chief Czykoski will be doing a walk through of the casino after the addition is completed.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to change the February meeting to Tuesday, 2/15/11. Motion carried, 4-0. Meeting dates will be posted by fiscal year.
Chief Czykoski asked that all members review the standard operating guidelines and send any recommendations for changes to him by the next meeting. He will compile the submissions and send out the document with the changes noted in red. A special Chief’s Meeting will be held on 1/17/11.
Discussion on minutes and publishing after approval. Heintz wants minutes from the past all together. Heintz donated banker’s boxes. Motion by Posgate, with support by Boone, that a synopsis of the current meeting would be published with the approved minutes of the previous meeting on a trial basis for three months and a final decision would then be made. Motion carried, 4-0.
Heintz requested that the EMS reports be given by the EMS Coordinator. Dave Cadaret, EMS Coordinator, was advised that if he missed three meetings, his stipend would be cut. Heintz questioned EMS response time, with discussion following on the limited licensed personnel. EMS Report then given by Cadaret. Two runs in the township were responsed to, 4 runs in the village had no license show and 1 in the township had no license. Yesterday’s run did not trigger the EMS tones.
Fire Report given by Mike Czykoski. He advised he had not been briefed on run tallying yet. There were 6 runs since the last meeting – mutual aid, illegal burn, down power lines, PI rollovers. Narrow banding of frequencies was explained. Tanker shuttle training will be held on 6/24/11. Drivers training will be held on 5/7/11 and 3/26/11. Air monitoring for hazardous materials will be done at Station 6 on February 1-3. Mike Czykoski is now the lead EMS instructor at Station 6.
2010-11 budget reviewed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to amend the revenues for the 2010-11 budget to Township contribution $10,000.00, Millage $66,380.00 and Village Contribution $10,000.00 for total revenue of $86,380.00. Motion carried, 4-0. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate to amend the expenditures of the 2010-11 budget as follows: Audit/legal $2,120.00, Equipment $1,500.00, Insurance $11,100.00, Maintenance and repair $3,780.00, Miscellaneous $2,139.00, Supplies $2,950.00, Telephone $3,000.00, Training $1,211.00, Truck lease $24,250.00, Utilities $7,700.00, Wages Training $3,000.00, Wages other $23,630.00 for total expenditures of $86,380.00. Motion carried, 4-0. The village and township contribution this year was a one time contribution. Contributions received will be an item included in the 2011-12 budget.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 13, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Posgate at 6:32 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Ed Posgate, Cathy Heintz, Andy Noeske, Clayton Boone and Pat Coultes. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Erick Thorpe, Mike Czykoski, Doug Heintz and Tom Serino.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to approve the November 8, 2010 minutes as written. Motion carried, 5-0.
Treasurer's Report read by Coultes. Balance of checking account as of 12/1/10 is $23,829.55. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to accept the Treasurer's Report. Motion carried, 5-0.
C. Heintz asked that the PTO be contacted about the money they were going to donate for Fire Week. They offered to pay for the smoke trailer but we were unable to get the trailer. $2,500.00 was received from the Village of Vanderbilt today. Additional checks of $2500.00 will be issued in January and in March. $132 in restitution was received.
Noeske reported that the saw was taken to Henski's for service. They recommend that it be started on a regular basis. Fuel lines were dry rotted. Henskis' donated fuel conditioner, two chains and the labor to fix the saw. A thank you needs to be sent.
Village Market will now hold all signed slips to attach to statement. $77.00 of account balance is for invoices of which slips were not turned in. Village Market would like this paid up.
C. Heintz and Coultes met with Standard Electric on the lighting at the hall. Some grants and rebates will be available in 2011. Quote briefly reviewed. As this is a township building, Noeske will contact on the township's behalf. Heintz also reported that they also have key security systems which are different from ours. Options offered were reviewed. This will be checked on further. Heintz also measured for insulation, noting that the north wall has bad panels. Noeske will look at this.
Noeske reported that due to change in statute, the Fire Authority can now do the Fire Charges ordinance instead of the Township and the Village. The Township Board felt that this would be the way to proceed with the Authority adopting the ordinance.
Mike Czyskoski reported that HB 6566 was introduced in November which would ban billing for emergency services on the freeway. It is expected to be re-introduced after January.
EMS Report given by D. Heintz. There were 6 runs - 3 in the township with no license response and 3 in the village. Fire Report also given by D. Heintz. During the last month, 1 bonfire was reported as an illegal burn, couple downed power line runs and a couple rollovers. The 800 radio in #410 is out for repairs. Three 800 radios were received from 9-1-1. Eight pagers are supposed to be received. Fit testing is complete. He is working with Garret Fuller on if he is staying on the department; Chris Guggisberg has moved out of town and will be turning in his equipment; Melissa Spreeman will be turning in her equipment. John Boyd requested that an air compressor be purchased with at least 150 psi so that the capability to air flat tires on the rigs is available. Doug will check for best price and warantee.
Application and medical form presented for Erick Thorpe. It was suggested that he join as support staff and be monitored during training and evaluated then for regular member. Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to enter into closed session as requested by Erick Thorpe at 7:15 p.m. Roll call vote: Coultes - yes, Posgate - yes, Noeske - yes, Boone - yes, Heintz - yes. Motion by Noeske, with support by Posgate, to close the executive session and reopen the regular meeting at 7:20 p.m. Motion carried, 5-0. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to accept Erick Thorpe as a new member following the assistant chief recommendation for support staff and monitored trailing with medical evaluation. Motion carried, 5-0.
Mike Czykoski presented the rough draft of the SOG's recommended by Risk Management. These should be reviewed and can be turned over to the Chief and then ratified or the Board can take upon themselves to proceed. Mike Thompson of 9-1-1 now has the mutual aid agreements and he can proceed for NIMS compliancy. Mike was contacted by Bay Mills risk management requesting a meeting. A pre-plan needs to be done on the facility, and Bay Mills should be kept in contact with. Discussion on Czykoski filling Chief position. He agreed but wanted assistant chief stipend kept in tact. Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, recommending Mike Czykoski as the new fire chief. Assistant Chief stipend of $150.00 to remain intact with the Chief Stipend to be $150.00/month. Roll call vote: Noeske - yes, Boone - yes, Posgate - yes, Heintz - abstained, citing son in motion, Coultes - yes. Czykoski offered that his stipend could be cut should financial difficulty appear.
Motion by Noeske, with support by Posgate, to pay the bills including the additional $77.00 to Village Market. Motion carried, 5-0.
C. Heintz would like meeting dates posted.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 8, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Treasurer Pat Coultes at 6:33 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Andy Noeske, Cathy Heintz, Pat Coutles and Clayton Boone. Ed Posgate was absent. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitmaqn, Fred Gorny, Mike Czykoski, Doug Heintz, Eric Thorpe, Tom Serino and Danny Moore.
Coutles reported that he has not yet contacted Jon Deming and Dave Duffield as he was waiting on millage results but will ask them to attend the next meeting.
Noeske reported that the drop tank was fixed and the fuel tank should be topped off and treated at the generator this week.
Tom Serino wanted the word “newspaper” added after Our Home Town throughout the October minutes. The word “is” will be deleted in reference to the Image Factory donation. Motion by Heintz, with support by Boone, to accept the October 11, 2010 minutes as amended. Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer’s report given by Coultes. For 11/1/10 the balance of the account if $26,204.56. Motion by Heintz, with support by Noeske, to accept the Treasurer’s Report as read. Motion carried, 4-0.
Coultes reported that Ed Posgate had asked that any decision on fire chief be held off until next month when he will be present.
Doug Heintz reported that there were 2 EMS runs in the village, none in the township and 7 with no license response since the last meeting. He reported that Halloween went well. Glow sticks were distributed and #405 was at the trunk or treat. Roof and attic ladder testing will be done tomorrow. The office lock was changed and only D. Heintz and D. Cadaret have keys. Fire runs for the month were reviewed which included a number of power lines down, smoke in area call and a line down / gas leak call. Three applications have been received but two are from out of town. The local app has a medical issue that is being checked on. Three department members who are not responding were discussed. A letter from the department will be sent asking their intent with a deadline to respond within two weeks. Doug presented a petition he circulated for Mike Czykoski to be Chief. This item will be acted on next month.
Mike Czykoski reported that 50 pagers are on order by the County. A grant is being written for a RAD51. A RAD51 is capable of reading oxygen and carbon monoxide and may prove to be less expensive, with the match, than a pulse ox. He also reported that the mutual aid agreements done in 2003 are not NIMS compliant. Discussion followed with Czykoski willing to get a new compliant agreement together. He will bring this back to the board when ready and the suggestion was made that it be reviewed by an attorney. C. Heintz requested minutes from the Chief’s meetings which are held the third Monday of every other month with the next meeting to be held on 12/20/10.
Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Noeske, for the Clerk to pay utility bills when they come in. Motion carried, 4-0.
Coultes expressed appreciation for the voter turnout and passage of the millage. He has waived his treasurer wage as this time and will only be taking $1.00 per meeting pay.
C. Heintz will send a thank you to the Image Factory. Tom Serino was thanked for the locks and Fred Gorny for his donation.
Meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 11, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ed Posgate at 6:32 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Clayton Boone and Cathy Heintz. Andy Noeske was absent. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Tom Serino, Fred Gorny, Mike Czykoski, Richard Simeck, Dan Moore, Dave Cadaret and Doug Heintz.
Tom Serino questioned a sentence in the minutes concerning a possible termination and asked that it be removed. Discussion followed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Boone, to accept the minutes of the September 20, 2010 meeting with the sentence in question stricken from record. Motion carried, 4-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balance of account as of 10/1/10 is $18,965.68. Motion by C. Heintz, with support by Posgate, to accept the Treasurer’s report as read. Motion carried, 4-0. The township’s check for $10,000.00 will be written Wednesday.
Coultes will contact both Jon Deming and Dave Duffield and ask that they come to our November meeting. Dave Cadaret reported that he checked with Jon Deming on the pulse ox and $404.00 is a good price. The jaws of life have been recertified with Station 6 picking up the tab. Prior administration did not want the jaws on the truck. Mike Czykoski, Dave Cadaret and Dan Moore are certified in the use of the jaws and Doug Heintz would like to check on getting more members certified. He was instructed to put the jaws on the truck.
Ed Posgate had checked with Jeff Ratcliffe and he would assist with a FEMA grant if it is persued. NIMS certifications are needed for FEMA grants. Discussion on NIMS New advance command requirements of 701, 702, 703 and 704 are now needed for NIMS.
Cathy Heintz reported that the Image Factory donated 100 11’” x 17” signs for the upcoming millage election. Doug would like to see the millage support campaign push from others than department members. Cost would be $60 for two ads in Our Home Town NEWSPAPER with donations given by board members and audience members at the meeting. Fred Gorny also suggested that the miscellaneous fillers scattered in Our Home Town NEWSPAPER be replaced with “Vote yes” with Tom agreeing.
It was reported that Station 4 did not go enroute on the O’Rourke run. Run happened at a transition time for members. More licensed personnel are needed but no response from local people has been received from the ads put in the paper other than Richard Simeck.
Fire prevention presentation at the school was discussed. Glow sticks and candy will be distributed on Halloween. Suggested that “Glow sticks courtesy of your local firefighters” notes be attached to the glow sticks. Trunk or Treat at the Baptist Church has requested presence of the department at their event. C. Heintz suggested that some board members be present at the hall on Halloween. Suggested to pass out 3” x 5” support cards in the Village on Halloween between 1-3 p.m. Cathy requested a voter list. 4’ x 8’ plywood sign facing Old 27 suggested. T. Serino offered to post at his office and Andy Noeske will be contacted for permission to post on his corner.
EMS report given by Dave Cadaret. Last month, there were 3 runs in the village, 7 in the township and 4 no license response. #421’s light bar is now working courtesy of Jon Deming. 405’s light bar is also fixed.
Doug Heintz presented Richard Simeck as a new members. He has been approved by the Hiring Committee and the department members. He reported that a background check was done when Richard first applied (came back good) but cannot be found now. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to add Richard Simeck as a new member. Motion carried, 4-0. It was reported that he has a DOT physical which is current so a new physical was waived at this time. Doug also reported that he ordered a replacement 50’ section of 1 ¾” hose. It will then have to be sent to GT Rubber for coupling. Coultes will contact someone he knows for prices of coupled and uncoupled hoses. Three pagers are out for repairs. 50 new pagers are being purchased by 911. Three members attached and passed tanker training. Ladders/testing discussed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate to test roof and attic ladders with Gaylord and Doug is to relay pricing as soon as available. Motion carried, 4-0. Doug reported on fire activity during the last month which included 911 down, power lines down, mutual aide to Hudson Twp, stolen car fire (technically out of county), and possible car fire (no suppression). Action to take on illegal burns was discussed. The illegal burn in question was located in the village and Posgate will have the village send a letter to the property owner.
Three lock sets were donated to the department by Our Home Town NEWSPAPER. Key control list suggested and that the Chief and EMS Coordinator have the only access to the office.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 9:01 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
RESCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Treasurer Pat Coultes at 6:31 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske, Clayton Boone and Cathy Heintz. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Tom Serino, Richard Simeck, Mike Czykoski and Doug Heintz.
Doug Heintz reported that the cost for pump testing on #405 is $450, not the $250 previously reported. Motion by Posgate, with support by Noeske, to accept the minutes of the August 9, 2010 noting this change. Motion carried, 5-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. The certificate of deposit money has been transferred to checking with a balance as of 9/1/10 of $46,885.16. Motion by Posgate, with support by Heintz, to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried, 5-0.
Coultes received a check for $2,500.00 from the Village of Vanderbilt at this time. Plaque honoring Oralee Black was shown.
Motion by Posgate, with support by Coultes to cut the Engineer’s pay by 25% to $113.50/month. Motion carried, 5-0.
Fire Report given by Doug Heintz. There were three runs since the last meeting – 1) downed power lines; 2) tree on power lines and 3) barn fire (only 5 firefighters, 1 EMS and 1 tanker responded – Gaylord supplied mutual aide). Tanker shuttle training will be held on Saturday from 8 am – 4 pm with six department members scheduled to attend. The online training registration procedure was explained. A notice has been placed in the newspaper seeking firefighters. Richard Simeck interested in joining department. Mike Czykoski has offered to represent Station 4 at the Chief’s meetings. Unknown if firefighter class will be held this year as the County Training Council chairman says paperwork will be filed for FF I and II but the instructors say that it will not. Doug has addressed unprofessional radio communications. Dave Cadaret getting price for light bar on #421 as it is not working properly. 800 radio in #410 is not keying up – this issue should be taken up with 911.
Debbie Whitman gave the EMS report as D. Heintz had to leave on a run. There were 2 runs in the village, 2 in the township, 1 fire stand by and three no license. Airport Road run discussed. Central dispatch will be contacted for time sheet. Dave Cadaret has requested a new pulse ox with the cheapest being $404.00. Coultes will contact Jon Deming on a pulse ox and will also set up a meeting with him.
Andy Noeske reported he has a proposed fire charges ordinance written to give to the township. Securing scene charge suggested and Mike Czykoski will supply haz mat charge list. D. Heintz will check on the O’Rourke run.
D. Heintz reported on the bottle testing. Four bottles did not pass but the valves were saved. Eight bottles remain to be tested. Is waiting to hear from Gaylord when ladder testing will be done and Doug recommended that ladder testing be next. Fit testing will be done in the spring. Hose testing discussed and Doug will look into the cost of a hose tester. Pump testing on #410 is out of date. #405 pump test was done when put in service. Mike Czykoski believes NFPA standard is 3 years on pump test. Cost thru CSI is $450.00.
The building energy efficiency was discussed.
Standard Operating Guideline Chief qualifications discussed. Andy Noeske asked Mike Czykoski if he wanted the position of Chief. Mike would consider this position with stipulations if it came down to it. Mike reported on the 911 User Committee meeting. NIMS certification on 100, 200, 700 and 800 needed for every member and officer. Chief (includes chair, twp supervisor, village president) needs 300 and 400 also. Motion by Coutles, with support by Heintz to amend the Standard Operating Guidelines lowering Chief qualification to 6 months with the department and two years previous officer experience; Assistant Chief qualification to 6 months with the department and one year previous officer experience; Captain, lieutenant and engineer to 6 months service with the deparment; and EMS Coordinator 6 months on the department with two years EMS licensed experience. Motion carried, 4-1 (Noeske voted no).
Motion by Noeske, with support by Coultes, to appoint Ed Posgate chairman of the Vanderbilt Corwith Fire and Rescue Authority board. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Boone, to pay bills. Motion carried, 5-0.
Cathy Heintz questioned what would be done for Halloween. Past Halloween activities were reported on. She suggested taking questions from the public and publishing a weekly question and answer. Heintz also asked Posgate to check with Jeff Ratcliffe for any grants available to make the building more energy efficient. Coultes will contact Dave Duffield and Jon Deming and ask them to attend our October meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
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VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 9, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Treasurer Pat Coultes at 6:34 p.m. at the Corwith Township office. Board members present were Pat Coultes, Ed Posgate, Andy Noeske, Clayton Boone and Cathy Heintz. Both Posgate and Heintz were sworn in prior to the meeting. Posgate replaces Bill Russ as the Village Council appointee. Heintz replaces Tim Cottrell Township appointee. Others present were Clerk Debbie Whitman, Doug Heintz, Dave Washburn, Curt Boyd, Marilyn Cole, Tom Serino, Paul Liss, and Erma O’Rourke.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Heintz, to accept the July 12, 2010 minutes as written. Motion carried, 5-0.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. Balances for the end of July were certificates of deposit - $44,455.49 and checking $5270.73. The Congressional Record letter of recognition for participation in the Meridian Line fire was acknowledged.
C. Heintz questioned billing utility companies for runs. She was advised that the township has the ordinance on the September agenda.
Doug Heintz reported that as of 8/1/10 the cascade system was out of date. This also happened with the composite bottles in July. The bottles cannot be refilled until they are tested and up to date. Cost for the composite is $12-15/bottle (have 20-25 bottles) and $20-25 for the big bottles (have 6). Northern Fire & Safety has to be contacted on the big bottles for the shipping charge. Motion by Noeske, with support by Boone, to start getting testing done. Motion carried, 5-0.
EMS report given by Doug Heintz. There were five runs in July (1 with no license) – 2 in the village and 3 in the township. Doug will be contacting the Elmira department to join in fit testing. He was advised that this was unnecessary as our adapter is at Station 6. He will check on the price for the fit testing. Pump testing expires on 8/27/10 for #410. #405 is already out of date. Cost is approximately $250 but Doug will check on this. Discussion on maintenance providers. Heintz preferred not to use N & J. It will be department choice on mechanic. Service records were suggested. Hose and ladder testing discussed. Doug recommended testing ladders on #405 and, if finances permit, 1 or 2 on #410. Doug will check on costs. Priority for testing will be as follows: 1) bottles; 2) fit testing; 3) pump testing; 4) hose and ladder testing.
Fire Report given by Curt Boyd. He reported that a window is broken on the east side door. There were three fire runs in July – a gas well leak, a tree on the powerline and a report of smoke. Doug reported that the light fixtures at the fire hall are intermittently working. Andy Noeske had been made aware of the problem.
A joint workshop with the Township and Village on the Fire Department will be held on August 18, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Corwith Township Hall.
Department wages discussed. Two letters of interest for the Chief position were received by different board members. Andy Noeske received a letter of interest from Jim Bidoul, who is not on the department. Pat Coultes received a packet from Mike Czykoski for the Board to do as they choose. Discussion on sharing of chief’s responsibilities between the Assistant Chief and EMS Coordinator. Doug advised that he would be willing to do this as long as the Chief position is filled when the department is able to. It was asked that a couple of the board members attend the next department meeting to see what the members want. Wages again discussed. Motion by C. Heintz, with support by C. Boone, to discontinue the Chief wage after Curt Boyd is gone, set the assistant Chief at $150.00 per month, EMS Coordinator $150.00 per month with the assistant EMS Coordinator position kept vacant, cut the Clerk and Treasurer’s wage by 50% and change the board meeting pay to $1.00 per meeting. Roll call vote: Heintz – yes, Boone – yes, Noeske – yes, Posgate – yes, Coultes – yes. Motion by Coultes, with support by Heintz, to eliminate the EMT course completion/testing pay. Motion carried, 5-0.
Coultes reported that he ordered the plaque for Oralee Black at a cost of $79.00.
Purpose and Scope modification to be on the September agenda. Motion by Noeske, with support by Heintz, to accept the Treasurer’s report as read. Motion carried, 5-0.
C. Heintz advised the board that if an item is dealing with her son, Doug Heintz, specifically that she would be abstaining. Motion carried, 5-0.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Posgate, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 5-0.
Meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk
VANDERBILT CORWITH FIRE & RESCUE AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 12, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Treasurer Pat Coultes at 6:30 p.m. at the fire hall. Board members present were Pat Coultes and Bill Russ. New township board appointee Andy Noeske was sworn in. New township at-large appointee Cathy Heintz was not sworn in until the Township can act on the current at-large appointee. Others present were Curt Boyd, Bernie Matelski, Dave Cadaret, Dave Washburn, Danny Moore, Joy Brasseur, Marilyn Cole, Don Posgate, Tom Serino, Erma O’Rourke, Jim Bifoss, and Doug Heintz.
EMS report was given by Dave Cadaret. In May, there was 1 medical run, 1 unknown medical run, 4 runs with no license response and two cancelled runs. In June, there were 2 PI accidents, 1 no license response and one stand by for a gas leak. MFR class will be starting in August with two department members wanting to attend. This will be at no cost to the department but books will have to be purchased at $48.79/set. Four – five pocket masks are also needed at a cost of $7.99 each. Cadaret was given approval on the purchases.
Treasurer’s Report given by Coultes. June 1, 2010 balances are certificates of deposit - $45,645.19 and checking $19,697.78. July 1, 2010 balances are certificates of deposit - $45,645.19 and checking $16,101.57. Motion by Russ, with support by Noeske, to acknowledge the Treasurer’s Report as read. Motion carried, 3-0. Motion by Russ, with support by Coutles, to accept the May 10, 2010 minutes as written. Motion carried, 3-0. Motion by Noeske, with support by Coultes, to move the meeting location back to the township hall. Motion carried, 3-0. Noeske would like to but insurance out for bid but since the term starts 7/1 this can’t be done until next year.
Fire report given by Curt Boyd. In May, a truck and crew was sent to the Grayling forest fire. The State has will be reimbursing the department $859.00 for this run. Mutual aid was provided for the downtown Gaylord structure fire with kudos given for a job well done. There was also a grass fire on Forbes Road. In June, a gas line leak at Horsell Manor required an evacuation of the building with a job well done by the department. Also responded to two small grass fires by Song of the Morning, two PI accidents, and a CO detector alarm. Tanker shuttle class will be held for the County on 9/25/10. One truck and as many members as are available will attend. This should be at no cost to the department. Chief Boyd presented the Tanker Operation Lights and Sirens that was adopted at the Chiefs’ Meeting. Curt Boyd’s letter of retirement effective 9/1/10 was read. Motion by Coultes, with support by Russ, to accept the resignation effective 9/1/10. Motion carried 3-0. Curt did offer to prolong the effective date should need be. All letters of interest for the Chief’s position must be submitted by 8/4/10. This vacancy will be posted in the department.
Quarterly report reviewed. Motion by Coultes, with support by Russ, to transfer $20.00 from maintenance/repair to audit/legal with no change to total budget amount. Motion carried, 3-0.
Coutles thanked Doug Heintz for the time spent working with Fire Programs. Doug will check further into the tier pricing for the program support. Also discussed MFRS reports, NIMS training and moral of members.
Curt Boyd reported that the training council plans to offer FF1 as there is no cost to apply and can be cancelled without cost up to 30 days prior to the start of the class. Noeske would like a wage list.
Motion by Coultes, with support by Russ, to pay the bills. Motion carried, 3-0.
Motion by Coutles, with support by Russ, to adjourn at 7:20 p.m. Motion carried, 3-0.
Debbie Whitman
Clerk