Niceville, Florida 32578-4218

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Fire Chief Joseph A. Miller

Minutes of Meeting

Board of Fire Commissioners

February 10, 2009

Members present: Chairman James R. Miller

Vice-Chairman Timothy K. Stapleton

Treasurer Janet B. Santner

Vice Treasurer Barry M. Reed

Secretary William E. Schaal

· Call to Order: Chairman Miller called the Board of Fire Commissioners’ meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

· Pledge of Allegiance

· Invocation

· Public Inputs: There were no public inputs

· Old Business

The minutes of the January 13, 2009 meeting were reviewed. Commissioner Stapleton made a motion to accept the minutes as written, motion seconded by Commissioner Santner. Commissioner Miller voted in favor, Commissioner Stapleton voted in favor, Commissioner Santner voted in favor, Commissioner Reed voted in favor, and Commissioner Schaal voted in favor. All in favor, motion carried.

The January 31, 2009 Financial Statement Report was reviewed. Commissioner Stapleton made a motion to accept the Financial Statement Report as written, motion seconded by Commissioner Reed. Commissioner Miller voted in favor, Commissioner Stapleton voted in favor, Commissioner Santner voted in favor, Commissioner Reed voted in favor, and Commissioner Schaal voted in favor. All in favor, motion carried.

Chairman Miller turned the meeting over to Fire Chief Miller for report on new business.

· New Business

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pick-Up Truck needs to be replaced. The vehicle has exceeded the 10 Year Plan recommendations. Chief Miller has received several bids for a new vehicle. Fire Chief Miller is seeking Board of Fire Commissioners’ approval to purchase a brand new Heavy Duty pick-up truck. The purchase of a new vehicle will replace the 2000 Chevy Silverado. Commissioner Santner made a motion to replace the 2000 Chevy Silverado, and approve the purchase of a new vehicle, motion seconded by Commissioner Schaal. Commissioner Miller voted in favor, Commissioner Stapleton voted in favor, Commissioner Santner voted in favor, Commissioner Reed voted in favor, and Commissioner Schaal voted in favor. All in favor, motion carried.

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that the front apparatus building doors, known as the “bay doors” must be replaced. The bay door at the north end of the building is completely broken.

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that the Electrical Cord Outlets (Bay area) above each apparatus were installed in accordance with the Florida Building Codes. The electrical cords, known as “shore power” provides an internal battery charger for each apparatus.

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners about appointing a new Board Trustee to replace Mr John Woodward on the North Bay Firefighters’ Pension Board. This is a two-year term, appointed by the North Bay Fire Control District, Board of Fire Commissioners. The Board of Trustees, North Bay Firefighters’ Pension Trust Fund recommends to the Board of Fire Commissioners, Mr Roger Porter, Jr., to replace Mr John Woodward as a Board Trustee. Commissioner Santner made a motion to appoint Mr Roger Porter, Jr., to serve as a Board Trustee for the North Bay Firefighters’ Pension Trust Fund, effective this date, Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Motion seconded by Commissioner Stapleton. Commissioner Miller voted in favor, Commissioner Stapleton voted in favor, Commissioner Santner voted in favor, Commissioner Reed voted in favor, and Commissioner Schaal voted in favor. All in favor, motion carried.

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that the term of office for Mr Christian “Fred” Dreyer, Jr., a Board Trustee for the North Bay Firefighters Pension Trust Fund expires on Friday, February 13, 2009. This is a two-year term of office, appointed by the North Bay Fire Control District, Board of Fire Commissioners. Commissioner Stapleton made a motion to reappoint Mr Christian “Fred” Dreyer, Jr., to serve as a Board Trustee for the North Bay Firefighters’ Pension Trust Fund, retroactive as of Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Motion seconded by Commissioner Santner. Commissioner Miller voted in favor, Commissioner Stapleton voted in favor, Commissioner Santner voted in favor, Commissioner Reed voted in favor, and Commissioner Schaal voted in favor. All in favor, motion carried.

Fire Chief Miller presented the Board of Fire Commissioners with a proposal for continuation of the Firefighters’ Fitness program. Chief Miller opened the floor for discussion. After further review of the proposal, the Board of Fire Commissioners decided to implement Option 2, beginning April 1, 2009 through September 30, 2009. According to Option 2, each Shift will train one (1) time a month for a total of three (3) sessions at the cost of $450.00 per month. The current training program serves our Firefighters’ to meet their physical needs.

Fire Chief Miller informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that Ms Susan Rimsa, a Certified Public Accountant for Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLP, is currently conducting the Annual Financial Audit for the North Bay Fire Control District.

Fire Chief Miller announced the “Employment Anniversary” for the month of February to Firefighter Scot Jones (Feb 7^th) for 16 years of dedicated service to the North Bay Fire Control District, and to Firefighter/Paramedic Travis Zaal (Feb 27^th) for 5 years of dedicated service to the North Bay Fire Control District. Congratulations to Scot and Travis for a job well done!

Fire Chief Miller announced “Happy Birthday Greetings” for the month of February to Firefighter/Paramedic Nathaniel Ark (Feb 10^th); Firefighter James Harris (Feb 15^th); and Firefighter Pritchard (Feb 24^th). Many happy returns and many more to come!

Assistant Fire Chief Jordan presented the Board of Fire Commissioners with the Assistant Fire Chief’s Report for January 2009.

Assistant Fire Chief Jordan presented the Board of Fire Commissioners with the January 2009 Fire Incident Run Report. The North Bay Fire Control District responded to a total of 58 incidents: 2 structure fires; 4 wildland fires; 3 motor vehicle accidents; 28 medicals; 15 canceled enroutes; 2 false alarms/alarm activations; 1 good intent; and 3 service calls. This brings the total to 58 alarm runs for the year. Dollar loss for the year is $0.00.

Fire Marshal Losinger presented the Board of Fire Commissioners with the Fire Marshal’s Report for January 2009.

Division Chief Parker presented the Board of Fire Commissioners with the District’s Training Report for January 2009.

Finally, Chairman Miller made a closing remark about the North Bay Fire Control District Website. We, the Fire District, need to take a closer look at our website and make it more “user friendly.” Develop some types of integrated online tools, and services designed for our small business. Develop an easy-to-use system to make it fast and easy to review our website. And, to look at ways to improve our existing web page.

Chairman Miller asked if there were any comments from the floor before adjournment. There were no other comments.

The next Board of Fire Commissioners’ Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., at the North Bay Fire Control District, Niceville, Florida 32578.