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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-06-98 . May 6, 1998 The Fire Advisory Board of the City and Township of St. Joseph met in regular session on Wednesday, May 6, 1998 at 8:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Fire Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT: St. Joseph Township Representative Joe Bechtold, City Representative Bob Loso, Fire Chief Dave Theisen, City Clerk/Administrator Rachel Stapleton, St. Wendel Township Representative Richard Schleper. OTHERS PRESENT: None. Chief Dave Theisen called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. with all members present. MINUTES: Loso made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 11, 1998 meeting as presented; seconded by Bechtold. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. Nays: None. Motion carried. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT: The Board reviewed the 1998 First Quarter Financial Report. Theisen reported Weyrens would make an effort to provide more advance preparation and dispersal of the report to the Board prior to each meeting. After discussion of various items in the report Loso made a motion to accept the First Quarter Financial report; seconded by Bechtold. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. . Nays: None. Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS TANKER TRUCK BID OPENING: Chief Theisen reported only one bid was received and reviewed by the Truck Committee. The Committee recommended rejecting the bid submitted by Central States Fire Apparatus, Inc. of $124,060, revise the specifications and call for bids on less stringent specifications. The bid was considerably higher than anticipated. Theisen also stated that because of the length of time for delivery after order, the supplier anticipated the Fire Tanker Apparatus delivery to be delayed until the year 2000. On Loso's recommendation Theisen agreed to explore if there is any pre- constructed demo equipment that may be available. Bechtold made a motion to revise the specifications, seek out any demo equipment that may be available, and re-advertise for bids on the revised specifications; seconded by Loso. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. Nays: None. Motion carried. STANDARD OPERATING GUIDELINES: Chief Theisen presented revised Standard Operating Procedures with medical S.O. G. 's as well. Loso made a motion to adopt the S.O.G. 's as presented; seconded by Bechtold Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. Nays: None. Motion carried. NEW PAGERS PURCHASED: Ten new pagers were purchased as previously approved. The - infonnation for the matching grant will be submitted. Theisen questioned disposal of the ten old pagers - that are past the warranty period. On discussion of the status of the old pagers (can no longer be placed under warranty) Loso discussed using the old ones until they no longer function properly. Bechtold felt the new ones should be used in order to detect defective ones while they are under warranty. After Page - 1 . May 6, 1998 further discussion it was generally agreed to use the new pagers, and dispose of any of the older pagers that no longer function properly, and use the balance of them for backups. OPEN HOUSE: The open house event for the new Fire Hall had a good turnout and went very well. NEW BUSINESS BEGIN SELECTION PROCESS FOR FIRST RESPONDERS: Chief Theisen requested to begin the process for selection of three candidates for First Responders. He stated the applications on file will be considered along with those received from advertising on the Cable Access Channel and the St. Joseph Newsleader. MAINTENANCE PROGRAM WITH BAUER COMPRESSOR: After short discussion Bechtold made a motion to approve a maintenance program for the compressor for once a year maintenance with an approximate cost of $350; seconded by Loso. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. Nays: None. Motion carried. METRIC WRENCHES: Chief Theisen stated there is a need for metric wrenches, but the small tool budget is expended for this year. The Board generally agreed to approve the request with the stipulation that the wrenches are fully warranted, watch for sales and get six point only. . STORAGE OF SAFE HOUSE FOR MUTUAL AID ASSOCIATION: Chief Theisen stated the Mutual Aid Association is anticipating receiving an Airstream camper as surplus property from the Grand Forks flood. They intend to revamp it to be used as a "safe house" for training and demonstration purposes. He questioned if the Board would consider allowing storage of it in the Fire Hall. The Board discussed that the Fire Hall was not built for storage or warehouse purposes, outdoor storage of the camper would detract from the appearance of the building and grounds, and approval could be on a trial basis only. Theisen stated all the other departments' storage is full with the exception of possibly St. Cloud. The "safe house' would not be used from mid-November until the end of March. After further discussion Loso made a motion to table the matter until more Ïnfonnation is available; seconded by Bechtold. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. Nays: None. Motion carried. Further discussion - Theisen will get the dimensions of the camper for storage space needed. Loso recommended checking with area industries such as Fingerhut or trucking finns, for possible secured parking storage. RESCUE VAN REPAIRS: Chief Theisen reported the rescue van recently received repaired for alternator problems. This is the third time in two years there has been alternator repair to this vehicle. DEF1BRULATOR: Gold Cross Ambulance has changed the type of pads used with their equipment. To confonn St. Joseph will have to change theirs as well with a cost of approximately $140. - - RESCUE SLED: The Sno-Joes are soliciting funds for a rescue sled (constructed by Kimball Manufacturers) for winter rescues. They would donate it to the Fire Department, who would use the grass rig for transporting it. The total project is anticipated to cost about $8,000. Concerns were: . Insurance impact. Page - 2 May 6, 1998 - - . Expansion of the current rescue service. . Community support for the project. Stapleton will check with the League Insurance for insurance impact and recommendations. The S.O.G. 's will have to be revised to include training and use of this equipment. The Board generally agreed to table the matter until more infonnation is available. The matter will be considered at a special meeting if necessary. IRIS HELMET FUND: The Iris Helmet fund has increased to $1,680. USE OF FIRE HALL: Stapleton asked if the Board would allow use of the Fire Hall for election polling places if it is detennined to be a good site. The Board generally agreed to allow such use of the facility. BUDGET: The 1999 Budget will be prepared for consideration at the August 5 Fire Board meeting. COMPLAINT: The Fire Board will review and investigate a complaint received on an Officer of the Fire Department. A special meeting was scheduled for 8:00 p.m., May 13, 1998 at the Town Hall. Bechtold made a motion to adjourn at 10:40 p.m.; seconded by Loso. Ayes: Bechtold, Loso, Theisen. --- Nays: None. Motion carried. - (2caM~ Rachel Stapleton Clerk! Administrator - - Page - 3