Minutes
approved March 4, 2010.
Called to order 6:34pm
A get well card was sent around for John Lang. Doug Blunt gave a report on John’s condition.
MINUTES: January minutes were read. Doug Blunt moved they be accepted as read, Sharon Cooper seconded. Motion passed.
PERSONNEL: A new roster was passed out.
Doug and Shirla Race passed their
probation period. Sharon Cooper moved to accept Doug and Shirla Race as
full members to the department and Jim Tiffin seconded. Motion passed.
EQUIPMENT:
D batteries are available for those who need them.
Time set up to strip
equipment off Engine 3.
Doug stated that he has put 2 foam applicators
on engine 2 and 1 foam applicator is now on each brush truck.
Herb is going to check on warranty on freezer in station, it was
purchased in 2004.
Herb replaced some bulbs but found loose wires and
that some fixtures need to be replaced. Sharon will see if Jack Hunter
is available for some assistance.
Doug Race stated that the fan on the
back wall needs to be checked. Doug Blunt will check it.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Marian reminded everyone to report absences to her.
TRAINING: Red Feather has invited us to their ice rescue training on Tuesday Feb.
16th and Feb. 20th. Show of hands showed 10 interested. 4 need books.
Our training will be on tender one on the 11th and a review of tender 1
and engine 2 on the 25th.
Jeanette has taken the National Fire Incident
Reporting class and we would like a second person to take it. There
will be a training in Fort Collins on March 6 & 7.
The latest
incident was discussed. Sharon requested Red Feather maps. Marian will
check on.
Marian suggested putting base radios in Jody’s vehicle and
her vehicle. Red Feather has given us permission to put their tac
channel on our radios.
SAFETY: CDC stated that testing for hep b immunity is recommended for people
who would have contact with patients. Marian will check if this can be
done at the clinic. New people need to get hep b vaccine. TB testing is
available, make an appt with the clinic.
Jody handed out a report on
OSHA strategy on how to reduce risk of illness.
FIREWISE: No report.
AUXILIARY: Herb stated that we will need volunteers in May to help with accepting
donations and sorting and pricing items for the fire barn sale and with
the sale itself. Doug Blunt stated he will do concessions on the day of the
sale.
The wine tasting to be held by Doug & Shirla Race at the restaurant
was discussed. Proceeds will be donated to the fire department.
MISCELLANEOUS: We need to continue to attend the fire board meetings.
Before you take a truck out, walk around the vehicle and check all the doors.
Marian reminded everyone that we are the back up for Red Feather. If they are assisting Glacier View, we could be called out.
Doug Race made a motion to have department caps made. Sharon seconded.
Discussion: Doug Blunt requested some caps be made in trucker style.
Motion amended to be 1 dozen mixed style caps. Motion passed.
Herb reported that he talked to Patty at the Trading Post about making
sandwiches for firefighter in case of emergency. She will do so and
does not require reimbursement unless we have a busy fire season.
Doug Race conducted a brain storming session on what we would want in a new fire station. A wish list was made.
Jody moved to adjourn and Doug seconded
Meeting adjourned 8:52pm
Respectfully submitted,
Helen Bowlin, Secretary
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