MINUTES: Kate Kelly read the minutes from the November meeting. Sherry Alexander moved and John Lang seconded the motion to accept the minutes as read. Motion passed.

Marian reminded everyone that the cold weather was really here and to take a few minutes to dress very warm before responding to a call. Wear ski pants and several layers. 

Jody noted that the pension board term may be different than reported in the last minutes. She requested Marian check on that.

PERSONNEL:  Helen Bowlin reported that Rick Bowlin wished to join the department as Responding Auxiliary. Kate moved and Jane Tiffin seconded the motion that Rick be accepted as a probationary member. Motion passed. 

John Lang reported that he has contacted several CL residents who are interested in joining the department. He told them to attend a meeting.

Jody asked everyone for their Christmas plans so that we will know who is available for calls. 

EQUIPMENT:  Helen Bowlin will arrive at the Christmas Party at 5pm with her sewing machine ready to sew badges on jackets. Jim Tiffin reported that there will be finger food and an open bar at that time. 

Squad 1 is at Becks for maintenance. Brush 1 was taken to Becks by Doug Blunt and returned by the Coopers. Doug reported that Brush 1 should always have the wheel chocks in place when in use. Brush 2 is scheduled to go to Becks on Thursday. Doug and Mike will take care of it. Doug has taken care of dechaining and rechaining vehicles for maintenance but would like help. John will assist Doug. 

Jim Tiffin’s hat was found at the dumpster and returned to Marian who gave it to Jim. 

Doug suggested that Engine 3 be stripped of all useable gear, as it will not be used. Marian will again suggest to the Fire Board that this truck be sold. John and Doug and anyone else should strip the truck when time permits.

PERSONNEL REVISITED: Ballots for the election of officers were handed out. Doug and Shirla Race, probationary members, collected them and tallied the votes. The vote went as follows:
Marian Kelly -- Chief
John Lang -- First Assistant Chief
Doug Blunt -- Seconded Assistant Chief
Helen Bowlin -- Secretary
Herb Cooper -- Auxiliary Head 

Marian will take this roster of officers to the Fire Board meeting for approval.

COMMUNICATIONS:  None.

TRAINING:  Renee Paterson suggested that the Thursday training be canceled and the department members attend the School Board Meeting enmass to encourage them to keep RF Elementary open. Marian suggested rescheduling training instead of canceling it. 

Jody Sandquist moved and Jane Tiffin seconded the motion to reschedule the December 10th training to December 11 and the department members attend the School Board meeting wearing their blue CLVFD jackets. Motion passed. Marian will contact RFLVFD about attending wearing their jackets. It was decided to take Brush 1 as well but park it where it can leave easily in an emergency. Fire Training will be held Dec. 11 in the Wapiti room and Responding Auxiliary are encouraged to attend. 

CLVFD now has 6 First Responders. Marian has received two First Responder medical kits, which are currently in Marian's and Kate's cars. Six more are on order. Jody has the AED, which she will carry unless she is out of town, then she will pass it on to Marian. All First Responders should attend the EMS training at Red Feather on the fourth Tuesday of each month to retain their certification.

SAFETY:  Jody again reminded everyone to dress warm for all calls and to carry water from the house as water in cars will be frozen now. Cuna is very slippery during the winter as are many other roads, so please drive carefully and slow down. YakTracs are strongly suggested for everyone's safety. 

Rosters need to be updated and Emergency Services needs to be informed of the new rosters. 

Jody reported that tests may be needed to see if the Hep B shot was effective. Marian will call the Health Department to check if tests need to be made. She will also check if the Red Feather Clinic can run the checks. TB tests were also recommended yearly.