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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 Board of Fire Commissioners Minutes- ALL 01 -04-94 : 0 !�CVD LANSING FIRE BOARD �R. S q2'�► 120 East Shiawassee it Lansing,Michigan 48933 (517) 483-4563 LANSING BOARD OF FIRE'COMMISSIONERS 1994 REGULAR MEETINGS AlL meetings will be held on the second Thursday of each month at 7: 30 P.M. in the Board Room located at the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 Fast Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan. If special accommodations are needed to attend anv meeting, please notify the Lansing Fire. Department Administrative Office at 483-4563 twenty-four( 24) hours prior to the meeting. The agenda for each meeting will be available one week prior to the meeting. January 13 , 199 February 10, 1994 March 10 , 1994 April 14, 1994 Mav 12, 1994 Atw Cry June 9 , 1994 "l July 14, 1994 August 11, 1994 September 8 , 1994 October 13 , 1994 November 10, 1994 December 8 , 1994 Dottie M. Chesney Board Secretary i4-LU-7F�vLJv n.. - pF Lq;� yn� V LANSING FIRE BOARD. 120 East Shiawassee Lansing,Michigan 48933 ( * (517)483-4563 LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1994 REGULAR MEETINGS All meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month at 7 :30 P.M. in the Board Room located at the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan. If special accommodations are needed to attend any meeting, please notify the Lansing Fire Department Administrative Office at 483-4563 twenty-four(24) hours prior to the meeting.. The agenda for each meeting will be available one week prior to the meeting. January 13, 1994 z }� February 10, 1994 March 10, 1994 (2� April 14, 1994 l May 19, 1994 June 16, 1994 July 21, 1994 August 18, 1994 September 15, 1994 October 20, 1994 November 17 , 1994 December 15, 1994 Dotti . Chesney Board Secretary c 'Yr�,l�ruv�n tb tih titwi��c LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS DECEMBER 15 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday December 15 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p .m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station . Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 33 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Cyril McGuire , Charles Green Jr . , Connie Marin , Robert Brown Jr . , Joseph Marutiak , Fred Abood, Joanna Trierweiler and Wava Streeter . COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: None . COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None . OTHERS PRESENT: Interim Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett , Fire Marshall Jim Ballard, City Attorney Melvin McWilliams , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito , Captain Henderson Bodiford, Engineer Dave Weisenberg, Engineer Tom Cochran, Firefighters Mike Young & Steve Barnes and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO .THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the November 15th minutes as corrected was made by Brown second by Streeter . The minutes were accepted with one correction noted. COMMUNICATIONS: Distributed in the Commissioners board packets ; an updated list of Commissioners and phone numbers etc . , the 1994 Fire Board Annual Report , 1995 scheduled meetings , an incident thank you, and the 1994 Fire Department ' s Year End Report . PRESENTATIONS : None . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS : Chief Andy Jackso _ tl-ianked the fire Loard for their support during llis administration . He then told the board that he informed Mayor Hollister , he is withdrawing from the fire chief hiring process . By mid February, 'Lhe new chief should be in place . Jackson went on to thank his administrative ass_stan(. Gary Burnett and his assistant chief Jack Cushman for their support . He wants to relate to the Hollister Administration a heart felt thanks for the support he has received during his chief tenure . Chief Jackson mentioned the fire department budget books for the commissioners to review and approve prior to submitting to the Mayor . Jackson referred to a January 6 1995 , retirement by Chief of Training David'Miller . He also mentioned the M. i . O . S.H . A. report regarding the confined space incident on Roseneath Street recently . A discussion followed . Chief Jackson introduced Fire Marshal Jim Ballard. Ballard ' s subject was code compliance . A discussion followed . EMS/PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: Commissioner Trierweiler acknowledged the committee has completed the interviews of the 9 qualified fire chief applicants . All applicants were first screened by the city ' s Personnel Department , and qualified based on the posted qualifications . A series of 10 questions were composed for the written test administered . The committee will forward the results of all 9 candidates to the Mayor . There were 4 outstanding candidates , the committee is asking the board to honor the recommendations of Henderson Bodiford, Paul Hufnagel , William Kramer and Greg Martin. Wava Streeter motioned to concur with the committees recommendation, Bob Brown second . A vote was taken , motion passed . The report will now be forwarded to Mayor Hollister for his action . A discussion followed. Sharon Bommarito relayed an invitation to everyone, to attend a meeting the mayor is holding . Mayor Hollister is interested in any comments , suggestions and qualities you feel he should be looking for in the new fire chief . Please attend at the fire board meeting room January 5th from 5 : 30 until 7 : 00 pnri. PLANNING COMMITTEE: None . FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT : Streeter reported on her attendance at the Mayors Capital Improvement Project Board . She said the needs of the city as a whole are great . However her concentration is , for the most part , on the needs of the fire department . She questioned the status of the station study . Jackson responded saying; of the vendors that submitted a proposal , the company David M . Griffith was chosen . A discussion followed . A lengthy discussion followed thereafter concrning the sub;rkitted 1995/ 96 fire budget . Commissioner Maria said she would compose a written recommendation of approval to Mayor Hollister . A motion was made by Brown to approve the budget with a strong support for personnel request and that the Mayor take a careful look at the fire arm request for fire investigators , and to refer the issue of safety of investigations to the personnel committee for a study and further recommendations . Abood second the motion, a vote was taken, motion passed unanimously . NEW/OLD BUSINESS : Chief Jackson said January 1st is the date to begin collection of the ambulance subscription . A discussion followed . Marin is asking board members to evaluate the committees they are serving on . Next month on the agenda there will be a committee evaluation subject . Marin will be out of town for the January meeting so she has asked Brown to conduct the meeting on January 19th. GENERAL ORDER: Thank you responses and holiday greetings were passed among the attenders of tonights meeting . McWilliams commended Chief Andy Jackson on his performance as Fire Chief . A motion was made by Brown to accept the Fire Boards Annual Report , Trierweiler second. A vote was taken, all in favor , motion passed. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. January 19 , 1995 . at the No . l Fire Station . Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS DECEMBER 15 , 1994 The Lansir g,.F1re-,Board met in regular session on Thursday December 15 , 1994 ,`•at ' 7 :--30 p .m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station . Chairperson Conn,i.e,, 4�. -P ,r-cahled; the meeting to order at 7 : 33 p .m. COMMIS p!N R� ��3 gANT: F�r Cyril McGuire , Charles Green Jr . , Connie Marin, yRio: ~e" Brown Jr . , Joseph Marutiak, Fred Abood, Joanna Trierweiler and Wava Streeter . COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: None . COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None . OTHERS PRESENT: Interim Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett , Fire Marshall Jim Ballard, City Attorney Melvin McWilliams , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito, Captain Henderson Bodiford, Engineer Dave Weisenberg , Engineer Tom Cochran, Firefighters Mike Young & Steve Barnes and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the November 17th minutes as corrected was made by Brown second by Streeter . The minutes were accepted with one correction noted . COMMUNICATIONS : Distributed in the Commissioners board packets ; an updated list of Commissioners and phone numbers etc . , the 1994 Fire Board Annual Report , 1995 scheduled meetings , an incident thank you, and the 1994 Fire Department ' s Year End Report . PRESENTATIONS: None . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Chief Andy Jackson thanked the fire board for their support during his administration . He then told the board that he informed Mayor Hollister , he is withdrawing from the fire chief hiring process . By mid February , the new chief should be in place . Jackson went on to thank his administrative assistant Gary Burnett and his assistant chief Jack Cushman for their support . He wants to relate to the Hollister Administration a heart felt thanks for the support he has received during his chief tenure . Chief Jackson mentioned the fire department budget books for the commissioners to review and approve prior to submitting to the Mayor . Jackson referred to a January 6 1995 , retirement by Chief of Training David Miller . He also mentioned the M. I . O . S .H .A . report regarding the confined space incident on Roseneath Street recently . A discussion followed . Chief Jackson introduced Fire Marshal Jim Ballard . Ballard ' s subject was code compliance . A discussion followed . EMS/PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: Commissioner Trierweiler acknowledged the committee has completed the interviews of the 9 qualified fire chief applicants . All applicants were first screened by the city ' s Personnel Department , and qualified based on the posted qualifications . A series of 10 questions were composed fo•r the written test administered . The committee will forward the results of all 9 candidates to the Mayor . There were 4 outstanding candidates , the committee is asking the board to honor the recommendations of Henderson Bodiford, Paul Hufnagel , William Kramer and Greg Martin . Wava Streeter motioned to concur with the committees recommendation, Bob Brown second . A vote was taken, motion passed. The report will now be forwarded to Mayor Hollister for his action . A discussion followed . Sharon Bommarito relayed an invitation to everyone, to attend a meeting the mayor is holding . Mayor Hollister is interested in any comments , suggestions and qualities you feel he should be looking for in the new fire chief . Please attend at the fire board meeting room January 5th from 5 : 30 until 7 : 00 pm. PLANNING COMMITTEE: None . FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT: Streeter reported on her attendance at the Mayors Capital Improvement Project Board. She said the needs of the city as a whole are great . However her concentration is , for the most part , on the needs of the fire department . She questioned the status of the station study . Jackson responded saying; of the vendors that submitted a proposal , the company David M. Griffith was chosen. A discussion followed . A lengthy discussion followed thereafter concerning the submitted 1995/ 96 fire budget . Commissioner Marin said she would compose a written recommendation of approval to Mayor Hollister . A motion was made by Brown to approve the budget with a strong support for personnel request and that the Mayor take a careful look at the fire arm request for fire investigators , and to refer the issue of safety of investigations to the personnel committee for a study and further recommendations . Abood second the motion, a vote was taken, .motion passed unanimously . NEW/OLD BUSINESS : Chief Jackson said January 1st is the date to begin collection of the ambulance subscription . A discussion followed. Marin is asking board members to evaluate the committees they are serving on . Next month on the agenda there will be a committee evaluation subject . Marin will be out of town for the January meeting so she has asked Brown to conduct the meeting on January 19th. GENERAL ORDER: Thank you responses and holiday greetings were passed among the attenders of tonights meeting . McWilliams commended Chief Andy Jackson on his performance as Fire Chief . A motion was made by Brown to accept the Fire Boards Annual Report , Trierweiler second. A vote was taken, all in favor , motion passed. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. January 19 , 1995 . at the No . l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary DEC 7 !ANS1f-1G CI T Y CLERr-� LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS NOVEMBER 17 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday November 17 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p .m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 33 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Cyril McGuire , Charles Green Jr . , Connie Marin, Robert Brown Jr . , Joseph Marutiak, Fred Abood and Joanna Trierweiler . COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Wava Streeter . COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None . OTHERS PRESENT: Interim Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, Mayor Hollister ' s Executive Assistant Linda Sanchez , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito, Acting Administrative Assistant John Lance , Battalion Chiefs Lear and Pleshek , Captain Henderson Bodiford, Engineers Moede, Trdeisenberg, Colgrove , Firefighters Huff , Clayton, Tyler and Ryther and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the September 15 , and October 20th minutes as written was made by Marutiak, second by Abood. Motion carried . COMMUNICATIONS: None . PRESENTATIONS: None . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: None . EMS/PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: A sub-committee will make a recommendation to the board, regarding the Chief position December 5th and 6th. A motion to approve the report was made by Brown, Green second. motion carried . PLANNING COMMITTEE: None . `�J FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT : Trierweiler stated that the monetary process of the commitment to replace windows is completed. Linda Sanchez had talked to Ron Borseth from Planning and had verified that the present phase is the measuring of station windows . The specifications will be given to Amy Magistro, Purchasing Director some time by the end of November . Questions from Captain Bodiford were raised concerning a time factor for the finished product . Sanchez spoke saying it will take 3 weeks at least for the bids to come in. Hopefully by the end of December . NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Chief Jackson said it is the plan to target 4 stations for repairs . Marin asked Sanchez to express the boards appreciation to Mayor Hollister for his support . Marin said the board has been requesting new windows for certain stations for the past 7 years with no avail . Commissioner Abood raised the question; are the stations up to city codes? He made a motion to request an inspection to determine if all the stations are up to code . A discussion took place in regards to building codes and inspections and the consequences of such a request . Sanchez said the feasibility study will report whether or not a building is up to code . Further discussion took place . Commissioner Abood withdrew the motion, asking for a report from Sanchez in regards to the study . Chief Jackson will report back to the board after his contact with the Fire Marshal , in reference to codes . Bids are due December 1st for the feasibility study . Within a week they will go to Amy Magistro, Purchasing Director . GENERAL ORDER: Captain Bodiford raised the question on the feasibility study, Chief Jackson affirmed that the study will give the condition of the stations and sight location. Engineer Colgrove commented on the importance of regionalization when choosing a new Fire Chief . The new Lansing Fire Department should be looking ahead for E .M. S . and delivering a higher level of service . He suggested the board look for an individual who can work towards growth and remain in compliance with. the law . Colgrove' s suggestion was to assume some of the initial costs . Whatever it takes to move towards regionalization . Jackson assured the board that negotiations a•re on going with the area fire chiefs . Commissioner Marutiak questioned the discipline process in the past . Jackson said the few that have been done , he has talked to Marin. Chair Marin said suspensions will be reviewed by the personnel committee, they in turn inform the board of the situation. Captain Bodiford asked questions in regard to the new firefighters to be hired . Chief Jackson said 7 have been approved but are unfunded . There are 10 vacancies but he is only allowed to fill 3 . Of the 3 , 1 is the Assistant Chief position. � j Presently , we are authorized to hire 2 . In January , Chief Jackson said, 4 more can be hired . The new budget will be to hire 4 more which were frozen by the past budget . Bommarito said the report is due by the middle of the coming week . Recommendations will be done by Wednesday, and the funded monies will be identified shortly . Training would like to hire 6 all at once for training purposes . The hiring target date is January 9 , as soon as it goes to the Ways and Means Committee , and after City Council approves . Chair Marin proposed to keep the board informed through Commissioner Streeter , in observance of the City of Lansing Capital Improvement Committee . Thank you Commissioner Abood for sharing your baklava . Abood motioned to adjourn the meeting , Brown second the motion . The meeting was adjourned at 8 : 10 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. December 1-5 , 1994 . at the N0 . 1 Fire Station . Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary of �q CITY of LANSING L -- INTEROFFICE COMMUNICATION IBM "'"o•.,, ;; - :N TO: Dottie M. Chesney, Lansing Fire Department FROM: Dixie Gilmore, City Clerk's Office DATE: November 22 , 1994 SUBJECT: 1994 Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners Minutes A review of our records indicates the following board minutes are not on file in the Clerk's Office: March 10 The last board minutes placed on file with our office were for the meeting of October 20, 1994 . Would you please either provide the missing minutes or advise us of their status. Thank you for your cooperation in bringing this file up to date. /dlg AN LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS, ,.,;� ;-,k;� C OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS ] t`'� 3 r NOVEMBER 17 , 1994 LAl-.3 i"`� �', ;�� The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday November 17 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p .m. , at the No. 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin' called the meeting to order at 7 : 33 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Cyril McGuire, Charles Green Jr. , Connie Marin, Robert Brown Jr . , Joseph Marutiak, Fred Abood and Joanna Trierweiler. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Wava Streeter. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None. OTHERS PRESENT: Interim Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, Mayor Hollister' s Executive Assistant Linda Sanchez , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito, Acting Administrative Assistant John Lance, Battalion Chiefs Lear and Pleshek, Captain Henderson Bodiford, Engineers Moede, Weisenberg, Colgrove, Firefighters Huff , Clayton, Tyler and Ryther and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the September 15 , and October 20th minutes as written was made by Marutiak, second by Abood . Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS: None. PRESENTATIONS: None. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: None. EMS/PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: A sub-committee will make a recommendation to the board, regarding the Chief position December 5th and 6th. A motion to approve the report was made by Brown, Green second. motion carried. PLANNING COMMITTEE: Trierweiler stated that the monetary process of the commitment to replace windows is completed . Linda Sanchez had talked to Ron Borseth from Planning and had verified that the present phase is the measuring of station windows . The specifications will be given to Amy Magistro, Purchasing Director, some time by the end of November. Questions from Captain Bodiford were raised concerning a time factor for the finished product . Sanchez spoke saying it will take 3 weeks at least for the bids to come in. Hopefully by the end of December . FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT: None. NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Chief Jackson said it is the plan to target 4 stations for repairs . Marin asked Sanchez to express the boards appreciation to Mayor Hollister for his support . Marin said the board has been requesting new windows for certain stations for the past 7 years with no avail . Commissioner Abood raised .-the question; are the stations up to city codes? He made a motion to request an inspection to determine if all the stations are up to code. A discussion took place in regards to building codes and inspections and the consequences of such a request . Sanchez said the feasibility study will report whether or not a building is up to code: Further discussion took place. Commissioner Abood withdrew the motion, asking for a report from Sanchez in regards to the study. Chief Jackson will report back to the board after his contact with the Fire Marshal , in reference to codes . Bids are due December 1st for the feasibility study . Within a week they will go to Amy Magistro, Purchasing Director . GENERAL ORDER: Captain Bodiford raised the question on the feasibility study, Chief Jackson affirmed that the study will give the condition of the stations and sight location. Engineer Colgrove commented on the importance of regionalization when choosing a new Fire Chief . The new Lansing Fire Department should be looking ahead for E .M. S. and delivering a higher level of service. He suggested the board look for an individual who can work towards growth and remain in compliance with the law. Colgrove' s suggestion was to assume some of the initial costs . Whatever it takes to move towards regionalization. Jackson assured the board that negotiations are on going with the area fire chiefs . Commissioner Marutiak questioned the discipline process in the past . Jackson said the few that have been done, he has talked to Marin. Chair Marin said suspensions will be reviewed by the personnel committee, they in turn inform the board of the situation. Captain Bodiford asked questions in regard to the new firefighters to be hired. Chief Jackson said 7 have been approved but are unfunded. There are 10 vacancies but he is only allowed to fill 3 . Of the 3 , 1 is the Assistant Chief position. Presently, we are authorized to hire 2 . In January, Chief Jackson said, 4 more can be hired. The new budget will be to hire 4 more which were frozen by the past budget . Bommarito said the report is due by the middle of the coming week. Recommendations will be done by Wednesday, and the funded monies will be identified shortly . Training would like to hire 6 all at once for training purposes . The hiring target date is January 9 , as soon as it goes to the Ways and Means Committee, and after City Council approves . Chair Marin proposed to keep the board informed through Commissioner Streeter, in observance of the City of Lansing Capital Improvement Committee. Thank you Commissioner Abood for sharing your baklava . Abood motioned to "adjourn the meeting, Brown second the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 8 : 10 p.m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p.m. December 15 , 1994 . at the No. l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS .f .'.. OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OCTOBER 20 , 1994 tii4,y lv The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday October 20 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p.m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 30 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Charles Green Jr . , Connie Marin, Robert Brown Jr. , Wava Streeter , Joseph Marutiak, Fred Abood. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Joanna Trierweiler. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: One vacancy . OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, City Attorney Melvin McWilliams , P . I . O. Mujahid Abdul-Hameed, Chief of Maintenance/Alarm Chuck Reeves , Budget Director John McComb, Planning Director Dennis Sykes , Zoning Administrator Jim Ruff , Mayors ' Assistant Linda Sanchez , Local 421 President Dave Weisenberg, Vice-President Tom Cochran, Secretary Mike Jones , Captains Larry Hufnagel and Kevin Radigan, Fire Engineer Tim Moede, Firefighters Bill Pawluk and Brian Epling, The Mayors ' newly appointed Fire Board Commissioner, Mr. Cyril McGuire and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: Chair Connie Marin introduced Planning Director Dennis Sykes who in turn introduced the City ' s Zoning Administrator Jim Ruff and Budget Director John McComb. Chair Marin addressed the station study, and her concerns with the results of the study. John McComb started with the financial concerns when Commissioner Fred Abood made a request from the Chair to suspend the agenda for the evening to address the concerns of the stations distress . The Mayors ' representatives from city hall were here to give a report addressing the boards concerns for the poor conditions of the fire stations . Commissioner Brown moved to suspend the meetings agenda, Commissioner Streeter second the motion, a vote was taken and the motion was passed unanimously. John McComb distributed the Proposal for Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to all board members . He said it is an assessment of city wide infrastructure needs . Since 1980 the city has deferred capital improvements , which is now behind on roads etc . In 1986 there was a loss of federal revenues . The budget division prioritizes money to be spent as it is made available . McComb asked the commissioners to turn to certain pages in his report , showing prioritized requests . He said the Mayor ' s office welcomes input from the fire board, in regards to priority decisions . Jim Ruff addressed the master plan of the city . He said, every 10 years or so the city gets back to the master plan. A discussion followed, regarding which consultant will review the plan. McComb answered in saying $40 , 000 is set aside for a consultant , Streeter said winter problems need to be addressed NOW. Windows are the #1 priority . Further discussion took place . Sykes agreed, the stations have dire needs and it is an important issue for him -to resolve the problems , both short term and long . A long term plan is to complete an appraisal of #1 station to sell to L . C.C. and possibly move it to Michigan Ave . between Larch and Cedar Streets . There is a strategy to gain dollars in the process for long term improvements . Dennis agreed to speak with the Mayor to address the short term improvements on Friday . He would try to induce the Mayor to attempt to locate money for the stations window improvements . Streeter took Sykes word on this new progress . Marin asked for any input from board members and visitors . Dave Weisenberg addressed the 24 hour living conditions of the fire department personnel . In the winter months when returning from fighting fires , the firefighters should be able to return to warm buildings . Commissioner Marin thanked the 3 representatives from the city for their involvement . They were excused from the meeting . Although the agenda was dismissed, Chair Marin went on to introduce Cyril McGuire, a future Fire Board Commissioner. She mentioned he was approved by City Council last monday and will be sworn in at the City Clerks ' office, soon. He will be a voting member by next months ' meeting . Chief Jackson had a number of administrative comments concerning the Ambulance Subscription . He introduced P. I . O. Officer Mujahid Abdul -Hameed, who distributed a final draft of the Lansing Fire/EMS Ambulance Response brochure to the board members . Mujahid notified the board members of the newly installed telephone number , 483- 4077 , which was installed in the Prevention Department for the ambulance subscriptions . The ordinance was adopted by city council on October 10 , 1994 and should take effect 30 days thereafter. Linda Sanchez assisted Chief Jackson in bringing the commissioners j up to date in the Fire Chief applicant status . Sanchez said 32 applications had been received by the personnel department . Of the 32 applicants , 9 had been granted until October 21 1994 to hand in education documents , etc . Chief Jackson mentioned that the Klan is I expected to be at the Capital on Saturday October 22 . He also relayed to the commissioners that the number of entry level firefighters to be hired has not been established. It has not yet been determined where the funds are coming from, and for how many . By next months meeting, it should all be settled . i s E Chief Jackson notified the commissioners of the physicals being performed in compliance with M. I .O . S .H .A. Jackson addressed the Labor Management meeting on October loth. Commissioner Marin commented on the committee that was formed to handle the affirmative action topic . The board minutes from September 15th were tabled until the November 17th meeting. Dave Weisenberg , president of Firefighters Local 421 , introduced the newly elected Vice President Tom Cochran .and Secretary Mike Jones . Commissioner Brown moved to adjourn the meeting, second by Green. Chair Marin adjourned the meeting at 8 : 45 p .m. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS rr`.- r`r= V - `. 1 � SEPTEMBER 15 , 1994 - `�; OCT r The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session onLP*r,� �Ty{ ElleRember 15 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p.m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 30 p .m. COMMISSIONERS -PRESENT: Charles Green Jr. , Joanna Trierweiler, Connie Marin, Robert Brown Jr . , Wava Streeter, Joseph Marutiak. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Fred Abood. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: One vacancy . OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, City Attorney Melvin McWilliams , P . I .O. Mujahid Abdul-Hameed, Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito, Captain Jim Oleniczak, Captain Henderson Bodiford, Mayor's Assistant Lisa Estlund-Olson, Firefighters Bruce Barrons and Dan Kowalesky, and Fire Board Secretary Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the August 18th minutes as written was made by Streeter, second by Brown, m. c. COMMUNICATIONS: The Commissioners reviewed all communications in their packet , which included the Employee Newsletter distributed in August . PRESENTATIONS: Chief Jackson introduced P . I . O Officer , Mujahid Abdul -Hameed. Mujahid gave a slide show presentation on the (A. I .R . ) Ambulance Insurance Reimbursement plan titled. . "Lansing E.M. S . FIRE PROGRAM" . The presentation was to help answer questions that were raised in the last meeting . The program. is to provide a membership which will be available to residents of Lansing, and will be maintained regardless of the number of members . The program will help defray the cost of Emergency Medical Services . January 1995 subscriptions begin on a trial period. The program is designed so that no one in the city will be denied ambulance service. There will be two scheduled times a year when enrollment will be made available to the public . A questions answer period took place after the slide presentation . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Chief Jackson brought the board up to date on the current status of entry level firefighters . He said 52 applicants will return for the second interview with himself and Assistant Chief Cushman. The positions are approved but not funded, so the number of new hires has not been established . Personnel will schedule physicals . Chief hopes to start the hiring process on October 24th, which is subject to change. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: (con't) On September 14 , draft proposal was given to area Fire Chiefs participating in regionalization, at present they are still working on a formula for a cost factor . Chief Jackson notified the board of the two new ambulances to be delivered the first of the year . One will be in service by the middle of February . Chief Jackson gave the demographics of the 52 applicants . 6 were African American, 4 Hispanic/Latino, 6 female caucasian, the remainder are male caucasian. Chief Jackson spoke on the upcoming Award Program on 9-28-94 . Saying all Commissioners will be receiving an invitation to attend at the #1 station. Awards will be given to civilians and civil servants alike . A meeting with Ron Borseth regarding building maintenance of the fire stations has been scheduled . At this time, Streeter raised a question to Lisa Estlund Olson, regarding the station study status . Lisa said the bids are still in the Purchasing Department . Chief Jackson confirmed the reply. Commented on was the 5 year plan for building maintenance . Borseth, of the Building Maintenance Department will be attending the October 20th Fire Board meeting . A deadline is coming upon us ; winter . Chief Jackson brought the board up to date on the M. I .O. S .H .A. Medical Surveillance Physicals . Assistant Chief Jack Cushman spoke of the meetings with the Regional Fire Chiefs , and Haz-Mat regionalization. Cushman. also mentioned the rumor that the Klan is attempting to return to the city in October. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: Trierweiler spoke on the selection of the Fire Chief . The process needs to be expedited . The Personnel Committee met previously, and set up some guidelines , which she expressed to the board. They recommend Charles Green to be on a special assignment to the Personnel Committee . A representative from the Mayor' s office, and a technical advisor, was requested. The committee wishes to interview all qualified candidates sent to them by the City' s Personnel Committee. A sub-committee process will be classified, then the sub-committee recommends names to the board, who then recommends names to Mayor Hollister . A discussion followed . Commissioner Brown moved to accept the report and recommendations as listed, Green second the motion. m. c . I i I l i i i PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: (con' t) Attorney McWilliams asked for a copy of the written report on the proposed recommendations . Charles Green raised the question of the vacant commissioner position. The Mayor ' s assistant , Lisa Estlund Olson, said the name has gone to council . It will go to the appropriate committee, they will interview, then it will be voted on by the council . Prior to the October deadline, we will have our new commissioner . PLANNING COMMITTEE: There was no report . FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT: Commissioner Streeter talked of her meeting with Chief of Maintenance/Alarm, Chuck Reeves . Health, safety and security, are number 1 priorities . Cost effective and energy efficient follow. Captain Henderson Bodiford commented on Streeters building report , saying; station repairs are always put on hold until just before winter, then everyone is looking around for old blankets to put over the windows . 'Something major has to be done now, the fire department wants to see some movement . Captain Jim Oleniczak said, every year they write up the same repair requisitions . A discussion followed . Commissioner Brown moved to accept the Finance/Building & Equipment Report , Commissioner Green second the motion. m. c . NEW/OLD BUSINESS : None GENERAL ORDER: Captain Bodiford questioned the regional Haz-Mat plan . Assistant Chief Cushman gave his comments to Bodifords concerns . A dollar amount will be used for mutual aid pacts . The regional chiefs will approach the county commissioners . Lisa Estlund Olson said the Mayor is continuing to meet with local governments . It ' s not just Haz-Mat that is a regional issue . Lisa also said that Mayor Hollister is scheduled to be at the October 20th Fire Board meeting . He will address the infra-structure funds , Capital Improvements as well as 5 year technology plans . The Mayor will speak on an Economic Development package , and long term development of the downtown area , the purchase of the Commerce Center by Cooley the 4th largest law school in the nation. The center will be used for student housing. Lisa mentioned that Sykes is in charge of the C . I . P . Project and Economic Development , and will attend the October 20th Fire Board meeting along with the Mayor . A discussion followed, regarding winterization of the fire stations . i GENERAL ORDER: (con't) City Attorney , Melvin McWilliams , said he supports the station study . However, he showed his concern when saying; there are limitations of the Mayor . Lisa spoke for the Mayor in saying Mayor Hollister asks for the commissioners to go out and speak throughout the community to alleviate concern of the citizens in regard to the Ambulance Insurance Reimbursements . Through neighbor associations , senior citizens meetings , and to help their own wards understand the new system. In the future, Mayor Hollister is planning t . v . and radio advertisements , to assist in the transformation. A discussion followed concerning insurance coverage. All insurance companies will be billed $400 . 00 , settlements will be made. Personnel Director Bommarito mentioned the appointment of a permanent Fire Chief is a top priority . Trierweiler made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Streeter second the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 8 : 54 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. October 20 , 1994 . at the No. 1 Fire Station . Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS AUGUST 18 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday August 18 , 1994 at 7 : 30 p .m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 34 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT : Joanna Trierweiler, Fred Abood , Connie Marin and Wava Streeter . I COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Robert Brown Jr . and Joseph Marutiak . i COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Charles Green Jr . OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Assistant Chief Jack Cushman, Battalion Chief Melvin Lear , Larry Hufnagel , Mr . & Mrs . Terry Hinman, Mujahid Abdul -Hameed , Linda Sanchez , Sharon Bommarito and Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the July 21 minutes as written was made by Streeter , second by Trierweiler . m. c . COMMUNICATIONS : The Commissioners reviewed all communications in their packet . PRESENTATIONS: Chief Andy Jackson presented a plaque to retired Battalion Chief Hinman . Terry retired after 28 years and 10 months of service to the Lansing Fire Department . Chief Jackson mentioned that Terry ' s father was a firefighter and like his father , dedicated his whole life to the Fire Department . At present , Terry is continuing the work he started on the 1994 Firefighters ' Yearbook . Assistant Chief spoke of the large role Mrs . Hinman played throughout Terry ' s career as a firefighter . Terry ' s intent is to remain working with the Fire Department and volunteering wherever needed . Chief Jackson mentioned Mayor Hollisters ' newly appointment of Jack Cushman to fill the Assistant Fire Chief position. Jackson went on to say Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito ' s assistance through out the process was thorough. Marin also thanked Bommarito for her help in keeping the board informed with up to date information . Abood mentioned he had seen a congratulations cake for Jack Cushman setting on the table . He also wanted to join in the celebration of the occasion and honor the newly appointed Assistant Chief . PRESENTATIONS: (cont ' d) Chief Jackson introduced P . I .O . Officer Mujahid Abdul -Hameed. .—Mujahid familiarized the board with the new Search and Rescue ( S .A.R. ) German Shepard and his owner/handler Firefighter Barry Gaukel . A booklet was distributed to the board members on this subject . The team would be placed in a situation where persons may be trapped in a space underground or in a confined space . Mujahid mentioned that previously Dalmatian dogs were the firefighters ' mascot . However , it is the German Shepard dog that is put to work for the firefighter . He went on to say that Firefighter Barry Gaukel is the only Michigan representative of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (F .E.M.A. ) Task Force , for national disaster . Gaukel and Ranger have had over 500 hours of canine training . The team held a demonstration on 8-19-94 at 3015 Alpha, all were invited . Chief Jackson introduced P . I . O . Officer Abdul -Hameed to Mayor Hollisters assistant Linda Sanchez . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Chief Jackson brought the board up-to- date on the current status of entry level firefighters . He mentioned he was starting the interview process on August 24 , will continue through August 31 , after interviewing all 168 qualified applicants , taking his 4 panels the full 6 days to complete . Jackson went on to read a letter he reviewed from M. I . O. S.H .A. They signed off on the citation , there will be no fine . They granted the L . F. D . a 3 month, from notification of abatement , courtesy window to schedule and perform the physicals . Chief Jackson mentioned the draft of the Ambulance Insurance Reimbursement (A. I . R . ) . Still in the working is a marketing strategy for the ordinance . A discussion followed. Assistant Chief Jack Cushman read to the board his new job description, given to him by Chief Jackson. Chief Jacksons ' list documents ; all duties are not cover, some may be added or deleted . The list was as follows , handle all union matters , all injuries , work with the Training and Prevention divisions , and public education. The list went on to say the Assistant Chief will assist with planning and budget preparedness . Presently he has held meetings with Training Chief Miller and the Fire Marshall Ballard . Assistant Chief Cushman pledged to create a level of communication and break down any negativity . Jack said he is looking forward to serving the Lansing Fire Department . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: (con' t) Commissioner Marin asked Chief Jackson some questions on the $35 . 00 Ambulance Fee . Jackson replied saying no service will be denied and the fire department will make a reasonable attempt to collect the insurance fees . The annual $35 . 00 Ambulance Subscription is per household, for an unlimited amount of use that year . A discussion followed . Commissioner Trierweiler voiced her overall concern. Jackson said City Attorney Smiertka is still reviewing the billing process and available funds . All Commissioners asked for a draft of the ordinance. Commissioner Marin addressed the new Firefighters ' agreement between the City of Lansing and the Internal Association of Firefighters Local 421 . The approved contract is at the printers . Cushman added, proofreading and language is time consuming . Chief Jackson introduced Firefighter Barry Gaukel who had just arrived . Barry presented a 10 minute slide demonstration, on trench and confined space rescue . Barry is Rangers owner/handler . The team has been appointed to the Indiana Task Force 1 , based in Indianapolis . Task Force 1 is one of the twelve task force units based outside of California . Small dogs can locate victims in confined areas due to collapsed buildings and heavy snow . Barry summarized the slide presentation, and answered any and all questions . The S .A. R . Team is Federally funded . After the dog reaches 10 years of age , he has to be relicensed annually . The board was introduced to (and allowed to pet) "Ranger" after the meeting was adjourned . Ranger is a 2 year old German Shepard, and weighs 65 pounds . Their home station is #8 on Marshall Street . Chair Marin asked Sharon Bommarito the status of the Fire Chief Position Ordinance . Sharon set a deadline of October 3rd for the position to be posted . The position will be posted in the same professional journals as was the Assistant Chief position . Sharon said everyone should be on the look out for the article on Ranger and Barry in the first edition of the "Employee Newsletter" , to be distributed August 19 . The Personnel Director also stated "Chief Jackson is doing a great job , especially with M. I .O . S .H . A . " stating "there was no fine and Chief Jackson was able to develop a plan . " Commissioner Trierweiler asked the process in which the final decision would be made for the Fire Chief position . Sharon said Personnel Department is doing the advertisement , and all qualified applicants will be forwarded on to the Fire Board . Afterwards , the Mayor does the final interview based on the recommendation the board gives him. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: Commissioner Trierweiler stated there was no Personnel Report . However, a special meeting will be called if needed, because of the October 3rd deadline . PLANNING COMMITTEE: There was no report . FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT: Commissioner Streeter said the committee will continue to have close contacts with the Mayor ' s office , in regards to the station study . They will be meeting with Assistant Chief Cushman, and hope to get the Board of Water and Light involved if possible . A discussion followed, regarding bids for the study and vendors . Abood mentioned the Building Committee will be meeting once more before the next Fire Board Meeting . A brief discussion followed regarding a possible advisory committee to solve the problems that exist with the LFD . A long range plan needs to be put in effect not a "band-aid job . Abood assured the board that he and the committee want to be involved . Sharon Bommarito spoke of the city ' s 5 year Capital Improvement Plan. There are meetings being held at present . She could possibly invite the Planning Director to attend the next meeting . Commissioner Streeter read the Monthly Report submitted by Fire Administration. A motion was made to approve the finance report as read by Streeter , seconded by Abood.m. c . NEW/OLD BUSINESS: None GENERAL ORDER: Linda Sanchez commented on the Fire Chief Posting , in which the vocabulary is still being examined. She extended an invitation from the Mayor to be present at the City Hall Lobby Monday at 12 : 30 p .m. She went on to discuss Mayor Hollister ' s attempt to promote Lansing ' s image . A billboard promoting Lansing , and a Lansing song being broadcast on local radio stations will begin the week of August 21 , 1994 . This was funded by private resources . Commissioner Streeter gave her welcome to Assistant Chief Cushman . Abood requested a list of all the Fire Department employees . A list giving rank and salary, phone numbers and date of hire . A diagram with station locations was requested, and a vehicle inventory and cost . GENERAL ORDER: (con' t) Commissioner Trierweiler said recently her daughter was in a vehicle accident . She wanted to express her thanks to the Lansing Fire Department Ambulance Service for tending to her daughter . A victim of an accident feels so helpless , the ambulance crew showed empathy for her daughter . Joanna said she felt proud of the Lansing Fire Department and their exquisite performance . Chief Jackson addressed the promotions forth coming since the appointment of Jack Cushman, and recent retirements . Chair Connie Marin thanked Wava Streeter and her committee for the work they have done to better the planning of stations . She congratulated Cushman and looks forward to working with him. Mujahid Abdul -Hameed notified the board that the Fire Departments ' softball team had just won the City championship . Retired Battalion Chief Terry Hinman addressed the 1994 Firefighter Yearbook in the planning . He said the year book committee is requesting that all Fire Commissioners ' pictures be in the book . The shooting of pictures will take place in the board room for 2 nights . A schedule of times and dates will be distributed by the committee. Marin made mention of her schedule for the week of August 28 . She is working for United Way at 300 N . Capital Ave . through November 11 , 1994 . The telephone number where she can be reached during those dates is 372-8550 . Marin made a motion to adjourn the meeting , Abood second the motion . The meeting was adjourned at 8 : 40 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. September 15 , 1994 . at the No . 1 Fire Station . Respectfully submitted , Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary P LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS JULY 21 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday July 21 1994 at 7 : 30 p .m. , at the No . 1 Fire Station. Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 40 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr . Robert Brown Jr. , Connie Marin, Joanna Trierweiler, Joseph Marutiak and Charles Green. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Wava Streeter . I COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioner Fred Abood. i OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Battalion Chief j Melvin Lear , Joe Rowan, Henderson Bodiford, Mr . & Mrs . Russell Sheathelm, and Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion to accept the June 16 minutes as written was made by Trierweiler second by Brown . m. c . COMMUNICATIONS: The Commissioners reviewed all communications in their packet . i PRESENTATIONS : An award for Russell Sheathelm, who retired as Fire Commissioner in April was presented. Fire Chief Jackson began with presenting Russ with an Emeritus Award. Retired but retaining an i honorary title corresponding to that held immediately before retirement . He followed by presenting Russ with an all weather (blue & tan) jac.ket, Russ said jokingly that he prefers green & white, but since it had his name and commissioner monogrammed on the front , he would cherish the jacket . A plaque with Russ ' s Commissioner badge was created by Gary Burnett , the Fire Administrative Assistant . Commissioner Green presented this to Russ . Commissioner Trierweiler presented an award dedicated to Russ and his 27 plus years of devoted service as Commissioner . Others joined in to wish Russ the best of health with words and cards . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Chief Jackson brought the board up to date regarding the vacant Assistant Chief position; saying it is presently in the hands of the Personnel Department . Chief Jackson spoke on the Ambulance Insurance Reimbursement Ordinance which needs to be proofread and is expected to be ready for the board to review by the next meeting . He updated the status of the agility tests given by Training Department for the entry level firefighters . At present , he is preparing for the interviews . He has a panel who will interview the 165 who survived the agility test , and is projecting a September hiring date . Chief Jackson reminded the Commissioners to get their picture taken for mounting on the Board Room wall . Commissioners need to make an appointment at Prevention Department , 483-4200 . PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT: The Fire Chief equivalencies are to go to Council on Monday to be eligible for a vote August 25 , 1994 . Liza Estlund Olson answered a question regarding the one Commissioner vacancy at this time. She said there were many applications and she is in the process of doing background checks i on all of them. Liza mentioned the change of location for the ; Monday night City Council meeting at Blue Bell Park . No Planning Committee report was given . s i FINANCE/BUILDING & EQUIPMENT REPORT: Commissioner Trierweiler addressed the building report Commissioner Streeter presented to Mayor Hollister . Trierweiler continued to say the committee will proceed to develop information regarding the stations , and bring it 3 to the city ' s attention. Chief Jackson addressed the status of the station to station study; saying the city ' s Purchasing Department is in the process of accepting bids from professional station study companies . NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Chair Marin distributed committee assignments . 1 GENVRAJ, i-R: Mrs . Sheathelm expressed her thanks to al I , for the care and generosity given to her and her husband Russ . Henderson Bodiford asked information regarding the M. I .O. S .H.A. physicals . Chief Jackson stated that the physicals will be completed by the end of August 1994 . Chief Jackson mentioned the resignation of Firefighters ' Local 421 Union President Paul Hufnagel . Chief Jackson expressed Paul ' s involvement with the firefighters , and he personally wants to thank Paul for his service and time . - Paul was the main negotiator for the Local 421 Union, and he will be missed on the union level . Melvin McWilliams welcomed the newest commissioner , Joseph Marutiak . Mel went on to say that he is sure Russell Sheathelm is what the writers of the charter had in mind when they wrote it . Everyone expressed their greetings to Mr . & Mrs . Sheathelm, and thanked Russ for the guidance he has given the board over the past 27 years . i Commissioner Marin welcomed, First Ward respresentative, Joseph Marutiak . i Joseph Marutiak said he has already been given a very warm welcome . Commissioner Brown motioned to adjourn, supported by Commissioner Green. Chairwoman Marin adjourned at 8 : 30 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. August 18 , 1994 . at the No. l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS JUNE 16 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday June 16 , 1994 , at 7 : 30 p .m. at the No . 1 Fire Station. Vice Chairperson Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 40 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr . Robert Brown Jr . , Connie Marin , Joanna Trierweiler, and Fred Abood ; COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Charles Green Jr . COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioners Connie Conklin and Wava Streeter . OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito , Battalion Chief Melvin Lear , and Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: Abood moved to accept the agenda except for one change, which is to move ahead a committee report , to accommodate the Personnel Committee . Second by Commissioner Trierweiler, motion carried . PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT: Sharon Bommarito was asked to discuss the Fire Chief equivalency language for draft . She asked the Commissioners to review and asked for- input before Wednesday June 22 , when the draft is to be given to the Mayor then introduced to the City Council . Bommarito went on to discuss the qualifying entry level firefighters . 287 individuals wrote the entry level test , of the 277 passing applicants , 16 were female . The Nationalities were ; 232 White , 21 African American, 17 Hispanic , 4 Native American , 1 Asian , others unknown . The agility test will be given throughout the week of , June 20th. The process to fill the Assistant Chief position was discussed also . Bommarito said that at the present time 13 of the 26 applicants qualified . Interviews are to be scheduled on the 6th and 7th of July . More discussion took place regarding the language for Fire Chief equivalencies for education . ELECTIONS/APPOINTMENTS: Commissioner Brown motioned to elect Connie Marin as Chairperson to the Fire Board . Trierweiler second the motion . Nominations were closed, a vote was taken . All voted in favor of Connie Marin to be chairperson . Commissioner Trierweiler motioned to elect Commissioner Brown to fill the position of Vice Chairperson . Abood second the motion . Nominations were closed, a vote was taken all were in favor of naming Brown Vice Chairperson . Abood motioned to elect Dottie M . Chesney as secretary to the board , Brown seconded . Dottie was elected by a unanimous vote . APPROVAL OF MINUTES : Commissioner Trierweiler mentioned some particular wording in the minutes of the May 19 , 1994 meeting, which was to be corrected by the secretary . Brown moved to accept the minutes with correction made, Abood second . m. c . COMMUNICATIONS : The Commissioners reviewed all communications in 'their packet . Included were letters from Mayor Hollister appointing Commissioners for the term year 1994/95 , with still another appointment forth coming in July . PRESENTATIONS: A presentation for Commissioner Conklin , whose term expired June 1994 , was planned . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS : Acting Chief Jackson introduced Acting Administrative Service Director , Ms . Kathy Schafer . Kathy spoke of the emergency service training program. She gave an extensive definition of the Fire Chiefs ' responsibilities as director of the emergency program. A lengthy discussion took place regarding the language to possibly be used in the change of ordinance for fire chief qualifi-ations . Jackson familiarized the board with the status of The Labor Agreement between the City of Lansing and Local Union t421 . The agreement was ratified by the members of the union and it was ratified by the city council . it will go into effect by the 30th of June , 1994 , and will be in effect until July 1995 . Chief spoke briefly on the minorities in the entry level . Jackson went on to speak about the M. I .O. S .H.A. Investigation results . M. I . O . S .H .A. found no reason to fine the Lansing Fire Department . The exemption to a perfect investigation was that they want us to see that our Haz-Mat Technicians get yearly physicals . The only thing they found was that the fire department needs to address , more effectively, process of MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE. Chief Jackson reported, he will be working with the Personnel Department to set up the physicals . 50 personnel are to receive physicals . The fire department was given until August 24 to comply . Mentioned by Jackson was the 3 new promotions since the last board meeting in June . He referred to the monthly meetings being held by the Metro Fire Chiefs . Still in it ' s planning staae is an ordinance proposal drafted for the City Attorney to review . Also addressed was the Mayor ' s interest to participate in fire department activities . This was relayed to all stations and departments in a memo from Chief Jackson . A dinner has already been planned for Wednesday July 20 , at 5 : 30 pm. Commissioners are welcome to attend, contact Dottie or Mike Young . COMMITTEE REPORTS : a . The boards ' recommendation for Chief must be in the hands of Mayor Hollister no later than June 22 , 1994 . Commissioner Trierweiler volunteered to draft a change in language for the ordinance of Fire Chief qualifications . Brown motioned to allow Trierweiler to draft the language proposal , Abood second, voted on and motion passed . b . No Planning Committee C . No Finance/Building Committee i NEW/OLD BUSINESS : Commissioner Marin thanked Joanna Trierweiler for drafting the letter to the Mayor . Saying the letter will be passed around for commissioner sianatures . Marin mentioned a proper presentation for retired Commissioner Sheathelm. A memorabilia gift was discussed . GENERAL ORDER: a . Gary Burnett agreed with the board as far as the Fire Chief qualifications . Saying the removal of some of the requirements should be implemented, and more equivalencies acknowledged . Mel Lear thanked Fred Abood again for the luncheon he cooked for the firefighters at #1 station . Henderson Bodiford agreed with the board on the language changes . He also directed a question to Chien Jackson on the subject of Regional Training qualification . Commissioner Abood apologized for being late and asked for the people attending the board to speak up . Tt was 93 degrees that evening and the air conditioner was noisy without cutting out cold air . Marin thanked the board for electing her Board Chairwoman . She also asked for volunteer for the committees . Abood moved to adjourn , supported by Brown . Marin_ adjourned the June meeting _ at 9 : 00 . The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. July 21 , 1994 . at the No . l Fire Station . s..peccttffully submitted, Do i e' Mn.ey Fire Board Secretary 06-02-94P02 : 27 RCVD LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS MAY 19 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday May 19 , 1994 , at 7 : 30 p .m. at the No . 1 Fire Station . Chairman Charles Green called the meeting to order at 7 : 40 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr . Robert Brown , Jr . , Charles Green, Jr . , Connie Conklin, Joanna Trierweiler , Fred Abood and Nava Streeter . COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Connie Marin . OTHERS PRESENT: Acting Fire Chief Andy Jackson, former Assistant Fire Chief Larry Pung, Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett , Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito , Battalion Chief Melvin Lear , Mary Helmker and Dottie Chesney . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: Green requested an addition to the Personnel Report . Brown moved to accept the addition, Abood second , motion passed . Brown moved to accept agenda with one change, Streeter second , motion passed . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Brown moved to accept the minutes of the April 14 , 1994 meeting , supported by Commissioner Streeter, motion passed. COMMUNICATIONS : The Commissioners reviewed all communications . PRESENTATIONS: Chief Jackson presented a certificate to former Assistant Chief Larry Pung . Larry had been working in the Lansing Fire Department for 29 years and 9 months , when he retired . Larry spoke of his career as being most gratifying . He spoke highly of all firefighters and their courage and dedication to protect all of Lansings ' people . ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Acting Chief Andy Jackson spoke of his appointment by Mayor David Hollister . Chief Jackson spoke of team work and cooperation. He mentioned the Assistant Chief position which has been posted from May 12 through Tuesday May 17 . Twenty-six Fire Department Personnel have applied, the City ' s Personnel Department is processing the applications at present . Jackson also sn_ oke briefly about the "Budget Wrap-Up" which was held on Saturday May 14 , 1994 . Chief Jackson also spoke of the union negotiations , it is down to one issue at the present time , and the firefighters are close to settlement . Chief mentioned, that of the entry 'level firefighter testing of 287 applicants , only 277 passed , now it is a qualifying process . On June 20 , 1994 , the agility test will be given to qualified applicants . On May 15 , a Captain retired, which lead to promotions . With Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito ' s assistance, Chief Jackson is expediting the promotional _Process . An Ambulance Billing Ordinance is in the process of being drafted in cooperation with the City Attorney James Smiertka . A meeting has been scheduled for Mav 31 , 1994 , COMMITTEE REPORTS: a. Commissioner Trierweiler spoke for the Persennei Committee saying a sub-committee spoke with Sharon Bommarit.o on the subject- of posting the position of Assistant Fire Chief . The Fire Board was given a draft for the position . The boards aoal is to have a fair and equitable process in this activity . Trierweiler spoke in regards to the process utilised for recommendation of an Actina Fire Chief . The board used the eligibility list given, however she mentioned the information_ available was slim, and the time frame given the board was constricted. The Personnel Committee moved to draft a letter to the concept regarding the extreme pleasure it ' s been for the Fire Board tc work with siich a qualified Personnel Department . The draft letter would show to the Mayor the cooperation the board has received from the Personnel Department . The board supports the qualified Personnel within the Lansing Fire Department , and is asking , and anticipates the Cinief ' s position will be filled from within the department . A discussion followed the report . Abood moved to accept and send the letter to the Mayor , second by Brown, motion supported and passed. Commissioner Trierweiler asked the Personnel Director Bommarito the status on replacing former Commissioner Sheathelm, who retired recently . Bommarito assured the board the Mayor was working on the replacement . Commissioner Green spoke of the number of individuals concern of: improper conduct used by the board for the recommendation of t`_e Acting Fire Chief . Green recommended to constrict an open 1 .=tter to let the Fire Department Personnel know just t-:hac was the process and what the board will do for the Chief pos_- _ gin . Time was =.n element in the recommendation for acti na Chi e= . discussion ,-cok place . Brown moved to accept the recommendation by Green to draft an e-e^ letter to explain the latest occurrences , second by TrieLwe ler . a vote was taken, motion passed . Copies of the qualifications in the present ordinance were distributed to the board, along with .e draft :asiti0n requirements , equivalents and a modi-_cation to the ordinance . The board reviewed all of these communications , and a discussion followed . Personnel committee will go forward in working with Personnel Department in the recommendation of the Fire Chief , reporting back in the June Fire Board meeting_ . Brown moved to accept the Personnel Committee report second by Conklin, motion carried . b . Green spoke for the Planning Committee , say--ng more research. needs to take place regarding the relocatiGr. Oi t::e F=re ioa_d monthly meetings . c . A brief Finance Report was given by Azooa the station location study . She mentioned -he m� ---;w- acco.;r- transfer of funds which _s allocated for th—, -= ._ - `_ in tn= _9, budget . The Planning Committee is movinu ara= 71 7 __ A discussion followed, Brown mot_ened to a.c,-= fir_ r_e r'-nancE- 'e.n� .: -. second by Trierweiler , mo-ion passed . NEW/OLD BUSINESS : There was nothing to reno_-t . GENERAL ORDER: Battal ion Chi of Mel vi n Lear questioned the appointment of =�ctirg Fire Chief . Green answered by saying; the board is concerned with fairness and equality with all processes . Thev were con-routed with a very short time frame to respond to the Mayors request to fill the Acting Chief position. The Fire Board needed to act quickly . The Fire Departments Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett gave some input facing the upcoming station study . Liza Estlund Olson, assistant to the Mayor said she was representing Linda Sanchez at this meeting . Captain Henderson Bodiford individually congratulated the Acting Fire Chief Andrew Jackson. Also he spoke his concerns with the ordinances and language regarding the interview process for Assistant Chief . Jackson gave an explanation of the process in draft at this time . Bommarito said they are in the screening process at present . The Chief appoints a panel , panel investigates the city ' s records , a name is given to the Mayor , the Hiring Committee considers the Chief ' s recommendation, he then accepts or denies after all his questions are answered . All applicants will be informed as each step passes . Acting Chief Jackson invited all Board members to visit and possibly lunch with the firefighters at various stations . Dottie apologized for not distributing flyers for Larry Punas retirement party to the commissioners . Larry did want the commissioners all to attend , but the flyers were not made available to her . Attorney Melvin McWilliams congratulated Andy in his new appointment as Acting Fire Chief . Streeter 'thanked the board for considering the change of date =er the board meetings to be held on the third thursday instead of the second thursday from now on . She intends on visiting the star-ens along with Mayor Hollister , soon . Trierweiler raised esteem for quality of firefighters , and hcpes communication will all of the fire department will remain open and she appreciates hearing from any of them. Green was on the Fire Board the last time a Chief was appointed . He is convinced; everything was done and again will be done this time to provide a fair and equal process for all concerned . Commissioner Brown moved to adjourn the meeting . Commissioner Streeter second the motion, the meeting was adjourned by Chairman Green at 9 : 28 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. June 16 , 1994 . at the Nc . l Fire Station . spectfully submitted, IC Do i e . Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS w APRIL 14 , 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday April 14 , 1994 , at 7 : 30 p .m. at the No . 1 Fire Station. Vice Chairwoman Connie Marin called the meeting to order at 7 : 40 p .m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr. Robert Brown, Jr. , Charles Green, Jr . , Connie Marin, Joanna Trierweiler, and Fred Abood. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Wava Streeter, Mr. Russell Sheathelm and Commissioner Connie Conklin. OTHERS PRESENT: Assistant Fire Chief Larry Pung, Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett , The Mayor' s Executive Assistant Mr . Dave Wiener, Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito , Captain Jim Oleniczak , Battalion Chief Andy Jackson, and Dottie Chesney. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: Commissioner Brown, suggested a change in date and location of the next Fire Board meetings . A motion was made by Commissioner Marin to accept the addition to the agenda , seconded by Commissioner Abood. Passed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES : Commissioner Brown moved to accept the minutes of the February 10 , 1994 meeting and the March 24 meeting minutes , supported by Commissioner Marin. Passed. COMMUNICATIONS: The Commissioners reviewed all communications . PRESENTATIONS: There were no presentations . } ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Assistant Chief Pung mentioned that the Mayors ' recommended Fire Department Budget , was being sent to council . He said the majority of the council members were supportive of the Ambulance Insurance Reimbursement proposal . Assistant Chief refered to a "rap up session" with the Budget Analyst and the Local Firefighters ' Union, and Mr. Dave Wiener . He mentioned the testing , given by the Personnel Department , of 500 applicants for entry level Firefighter, at Harry Hill , April 15 . Assistant Chief Pung mention the fatal fire incident this week in the Northwest section of the city, pointing out that it was the first fatality since December of 1992 . Dave Wiener associated with the budget discussion. A lengthy exchange of opinions followed. COMMITTEE REPORTS: a . Commissioner Connie Marin discussed the change in Fire Administration . She stated that the Personnel Committee has met 3 times since. The committee will assist and recommend to the Mayor individuals for Fire Chief . Captain Paul Hufnagel was recommeded by the Personnel Committee, however, he declined. Battalion Chief Andy Jackson was recommended, however he expressed his interest would only be in the Interim Chief position . Assistant Chief Larry Pung was encouraged, but also was not in pursuit of the permanent Chief position. Captain Henderson Bodiford said he would accept if recommeded to the Mayors ' Hiring Committee . A motion was made, by Commissioner Trierweiler, to send a letter of recommendation to the Mayor , with the above names . Commissioner Brown supported the motion and Commissioner Abood seconded the motion. Chairman Green held a vote to accept the motion to send a letter of recommendation to the Mayor, and the motion was carried. Commissioner Brown expessed his concern to hire from within the Fire Department , and if that truly is the intent of the Mayor, hopefully it would not be necessary to post outside. Commissioner Brown also verbalized the boards concern to review minimum qualifications for Acting Chief . The Personnel Committee Chairperson Marin discussed the Affirmative Action Survey taken in 1988 , concerning the Fire Department . Dave Wiener expressed the Mayors ' belief to work collaberatly with the Firefighters Union and the Fire Department and the public , while making the right decision. A discussion followed regarding interviewing and screening . The Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito spoke of the documentation required of all degrees and education. She will be working closely with the Fire Boards ' Personnel Committee. Until the interview process is concluded, the Mayor , in a letter form, designated Assistant Chief Larry F. Pung as Interim Acting Fire Chief . The Interim Acting Fire Chief would have a limit to April 22 , 1994 , when a more permanent decision could be made . After the interview process , an Acting Fire Chief would then be appointed. Also through the above mentioned letter , the Mayor is recommending Administrative Aide, Kathy Forbes be appointed as Interim Director of Emergency Services . The time limit for this appointement , again, would be April 22 , 1994 . Then through interviews , a permenant Director would be determined. Commissioner Abood motioned to accept these recommendations by the Mayor, the motioned was seconded by Commissioner Brown. Personnel Director Sharon Bommarito said she would then recommend to the Mayor, the Interim Acting Fire Chief position to be held by Assistant Chief Larry Pung and the Interim Director of Emergency . Services to be Kathy Forbes , both positions with a time limit dated April 22 , 1994 . A motion was moved by Commissioner Brown seconded by Commissioner Abood to accept Personnels ' recommendation, motion carried . There was no Planning Committee report . There was no Finance Committee report . NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Brown addressed the subject of possibly moving the Fire Board meeting to a barrier free location. The board needs to take a more advanced attitude towards the future. It was suggested the Planning Committee research the issue and arrive with a suggestion for a new location. Commissioner Marin expressed Commissioner Streeters concern to change the day of the month for the board meeting. She is asking the board to consider the third thursday of each month for the meetings instead of the second thursday . Commissioner Brown motioned to move the Fire Board Monthly Meeting to the third thursday of each month beginning May 19 , 1994 . Commissioner Abood second the motion, motion carried . Chairman Green asked the secretary to publish the new dates . Commissioner Marin spoke of Commissioner Sheathelms ' resignation letter addressed to Mayor Hollister , and dated March 28 , 1994 . She suggested several avenues the board could take to honor Mr . Sheathelm. A discussion followed, and suggestions were made . Commissioner Joanna Trierweiler moved to send a letter regarding Russ ' s contributions towards the Fire Department and his public activities , second by Commissioner Brown, motion carried . Chairman Green offered to draft the letter . GENERAL ORDER: Battalion Chief Andy Jackson inquired, from Dave Wiener, the status for the firefighter promotions . Making the Mayor ' s exucutive assistant aware of vacancies and yet another retirement sceduled in May . A discussion followed . Mr . Wiener again spoke of the Mayors concern to collaborate with the Fire Board Planning Committee . Larry Pung spoke of the Regional Planning intent for Training. Commissioner Marin made note of her schedule to be out of the state April 18 to. return April 29 , 1994 . Commissioner Brown noted he would be out of the city April 4, 16 , and 22 . Commissioner Green expressed his concern regarding a Tri-County funded cadet program for the police and possibly representing the Fire Board, for recuriting . Commissioner Abood moved to adjourn the meeting. Chairman Green adjourned the meeting at 9: 28 p .m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p .m. May, 19 , 1994 . at the No . l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, w Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary 03-30-94P02: 38 RCVD LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS MARCH 24, 1.994 The Lansing Fire Board met in a special session on Thursday March 24 , 1994 at 5 :00 p .m . at the No . 1 Fire Station . Chairman Charles Green called the meeting to order at S : ()S p .m . COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Commissioners Green , Marin , Conklin , Abood , Streeter , and Trierweii_er . COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Commissioners Sheathelm , and Brown . OTHERS PRESENT: Chief Sam Hopkins . AGENDA: To vote on Fire Chief Sam Hopkins ' , recommendation to Advance Sick Leave to Fire Fighter Bruce Freeman . Chairman Charles Green read from the Firefighters Union Contract Section 5 , Article 17 . A lengthy discussion followed . Chief Hopkins gave a 20 year history of the firefighter . Commissioner Abood motioned that the Board should approve the request of sic! leave, Commissioner Conklin seconded the notion . Commissioner Trierweiler objected the move to accept saying the board needed more discussion . More discussion took place , rhairman Green took a vote , all were in fa%.,or , the motion was car r i?rr t,_, Advance firefighter Bruce Freeman the sick leave request . The special Fire Board meeting was adjourned at 5 :22 p .m . The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will ;oe held at 7 :30 p .m . April 14 , 1994 . spectfully submitted , 7 Dottie M . Chesney Fire Board Secretary 'LAB LANSING FIRE BOARD titt„u.n.gttt •e t isl 7�V i ' �!��4 120 East Shiawassee Lansing, Michigan 48933 (517) 483-4563 �CNIGp LAN$I NG..--_F I RE.._.__BOARD r.KYT.......GIE of Sz+4L......._ 'r=hJrG A SPECIAL MEETING HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY MARCH 24 , 1994 . THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE #1 FIRE STATION AT 120 E . ISHIAWASSEE ST . AND WILL START AT S: 00 p .m . "Equal Opportunity Emplgyer" e � LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION The March 10 , 1994 , meeting has been canceled due to the lack of a -- quorum . The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday , April 14 , 1994 . Dottie M . Chesney re Board Secretary March 14 , 1994 02-? 1 -94P ;:1' : 30 RCVD LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS FEBRUARY 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday February 10 , 1994, at 7 : 30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station. Chairman Charles Green called the meeting to order at 7 : 40 p.m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr. Robert Brown, Jr. , Connie Conklin, Charles Green, Jr. , Connie Marin, Joanna Trierweiler, and Wava Streeter. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Mr. Fred Abood and Mr. Russel Sheathelm. OTHERS PRESENT: Chief Sam Hopkins, Assistant Chief Larry Pung, and Linda Sanchez . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda. Commissioner Marin moved to approve the agenda, Commissioner Streeter second the motion. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the minutes of the January 13 , 1994 meeting. The motion was supported by Commissioner Conklin. A vote was taken and it was supported. COMMUNICATIONS: Three incident "thank-you" letters, distributed to the commissioners were briefly discussed.. Chairman Green stated how each letter reflects the commitment and excellent performance of the Lansing Fire Department . PRESENTATIONS: Chief Hopkins talked about the dinner; and presentation in honor of Assistant Chief Dan Decker February 3 . The Fire Department presented Dan with a 3 ' chrome axe with an inscription. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Assistant Chief Pung mentioned the application for a physical fitness program grant. It is a Michigan Health Initiative, with a limit of $3 , 000 . The monies will be incorporated into the standing physical fitness program and they will be spent wisely. Fitness evaluations were made available to all firefighters . Chief Hopkins mentioned the Box 2.3 Club, one of its members, Frank Goodell, celebrated his 40 year anniversary in the club. The citizen associated club, has been in operation since 1937 , shortly after the Kerns Hotel fire downtown Lansing. Frank was 9 years old, when his father took him along to the Kerns Hotel fire. Chief Hopkins also mentioned the two firefighters recommended to the 100 Club, to be recognized at the March award meeting. Chief Hopkins gave the commissioners details of the public hearing in which he attended. He gave the commissioners a schedule of future meetings which concern, among other departments, the Fire Department . Chief Hopkins commented on a new assignment regarding a regional concept to consolidate L.E .P.C . 's. Since 1988 the county has been wanting this concept . However, there is no funding, with an enormous amount of responsibility. There is a pre-bid meeting scheduled for a replacement ambulance . The Fire Department is hoping to get 3 new ambulances . The Fire Department is currently participating in career fairs, there are 2 scheduled in February, with Affirmative Action as the #1 topic . A bid has been received for an exhaust system installed in the #7 station. Dave Wiener, the Executive Assistant to the Mayor, will be addressing the exhaust installation with. Robert Clegg, the Interim Public Service Director. Chief Hopkins used this time to introduce to the Fire Board Linda Sanchez, a Special Assistant to the Mayor. Chairman Green spoke on the subject of a sensitivity training program. All avenues must be pursued to tap into any available programs. Charles said, Mayor Hollister has generated a lot of enthusiasm, in regards to cooperation between City and State. COMMITTEE REPORTS: a. Chairperson Connie Marin gave an EMS/Personnel report, starting by thanking Assistant Chief Pung for the report given her from Human Relations . Connie also made a comment regarding the 1990 census from the county and city, showing there are more minorities and females in the firefighting profession. It was reported to Commissioner Marin, that all new recruits hired last year have passed the tests given so far. Commissioner Marin asked for a Training Department presentation to be one of the first in a sequence of enlightenment for the Commissioners . b. There was no Planning Committee report, however, Commissioner Green mentioned his visit to certain stations along with Mayor David Hollister and Fire Chief Hopkins and Commissioner Fred Abood. Commissioner Green said, he feels the Mayors plan is genuine and the Mayor stated, he believes we can do it as a team and he needs the Fire Boards support . Commissioner Green assured the Mayor, that the board is for the welfare of the Fire Department. The poor condition of certain fire houses was made known to the Mayor. The second newest fire station, 04 was built in 1964 . C . There was no Finance Report, however, Commissioner Wava Streeter, gave a sub-committee report in regards to the economical research she has been assigned to, in respect to the female/male bathroom arrangements in fire stations. The newest station 98 was built in 1976 , and should have had a dual bathroom facility planned in it. She and Local 421 Union President, Paul Hufnagel, visited all stations, listing structural problems, etc . , ice and snow inside living quarters was found, leaking roofs, wall cracks, and broken windows. NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Connie Marin expressed the appreciated support Chief Hopkins has given personnel, and made mention of the education fair scheduled for February 25 , and March 22, 1994 . GENERAL ORDER: Commissioner Marin mentioned, that, Commissioner Russell Sheathelm was not at this board meeting, and how unusual it is for him to not be present. Chairman Green urged the board members to support Mayor Hollister, and recommended their attendance at scheduled meetings . In closing, Commissioner Green expressed, opportunities are better with the new administration. The meeting adjourned at 9 : 05 p.m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p.m. March, 10 , 1994 . at the No . l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney � Fire Board Secretary 1 1 -25-94 Pn ? ; , , n„ n V;Ij LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS JANUARY 1994 The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session on Thursday January 13, 1994, at 7 : 30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station. Chairman Charles Green called the meeting to order at 7 : 35 p.m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr. Fred Abood, Robert Brown, Jr. , Connie Conklin, Charles Green, Jr. , Russell Sheathelm, and, Joanna Trierweiler. COMMISSIONERS EXCUSED: Wava Streeter and Connie Marin. OTHERS PRESENT: Chief Sam Hopkins, Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett, Sam Colegrove . ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda. Commissioner Brown moved to adopt the agenda, Commissioner Trierweiler second the motion, a vote was taken, and the motion was carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the minutes of the December 9 , 1993 , meeting, it was voted on and supported. COMMUNICATIONS: No communications were discussed. PRESENTATIONS: Chief Hopkins informed the Fire Board of Assistant Chief Daniel H. Deckers retirement on February 7th 1994 . A plaque will be given to Dan at an informal presentation. An article is being written for the State Journal to honor his 32 years of service with the Fire Department . The Decker family name has been with the Fire Department since 1917 when Dan's father was hired, then later appointed Chief, following in their fathers footsteps, Dan plus two of his brothers served in the Fire Department, totalling 127 years of service paid by the Decker family. Commissioner Trierweiler is drafting a letter from the Fire Board to present to Assistant Chief Decker, recognizing Dan's input and concern for the Fire Safety of this community. The Public Information Officer Abdul-Hameed, will be notifying the media of the 77 years of service the Decker name has given the City of Lansing Fire Department. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: Chief Sam Hopkins spoke of the no fire fatalities for the year of 1993 . It was the first year since 1978 , the number was published and the City Council was notified. This is a reflection of all of our attempts to save lives . Chief Hopkins also made the board aware of the visit Mayor Hollister will be making on January 19 , to see the condition of the fire stations and the apparatus. Chief Hopkins invited any board members to ride. COMMITTEE REPORTS: a. There was no E .M. S . /Personnel report given. b. There was no Planning Committee report. C . Commissioner Abood gave a Finance/Bldg. report, commenting on the luncheon meeting which was well attended. The committee was broke down into sub- committees consisting of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capital Improvements. . Existing Structures. . Existing Programs New Programs. Commissioner Russell Sheathelm gave the first six month report of the fiscal year. It was moved to accept the Finance Committee report, the motion was seconded. NEW/OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Robert Brown Jr. commented on the Learn not to Burn letter sent to the Lansing School Board, he said it needs to be discussed with the Public Information Officer Abdul-Hameed, to re- educate and train the schools. GENERAL ORDER: Engineer Sam Colegrove spoke to the Commissioners asking for their support regarding two 1994/95 budget proposal items: 1 ) to consider the purchase of a (A.E.D. ) Automatic Electrical Defibrillator for all Engine Companies. This will improve our save rate for cardiac patients from 3 o to 35 0 . 2 ) To support the addition of a fourth position in the Training Division, so mandatory training can be delivered so we can comply with MIOSHA legal mandates . Fire Administrative Assistant Gary Burnett mentioned his thoughts on the Finance Committee meeting, saying the committee is moving in the right direction. The meeting adjourned at 8 : 52 p.m. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Fire Board will be held at 7 : 30 p.m. February 10, 1994. at the No. l Fire Station. Respectfully submitted, Dottie M. Chesney Fire Board Secretary LANSING BOARD OF FIRE COMMISIONERS 1993/94 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS i FINANCEIBUILDINGS AND EQUIPMENT Fredrick Abood, Chairperson Russell sheathelm Wava Streeter Consideration Items; Budget, Creative Finance/Capitol Improvement Fee ' s (operations/permits) station Design/locations n tions ties Building Maintenance and Upkeep separate FaciPLANNING Charles Green, Jr. , Chairperson Robert Brown, Jr. Connie Conklin Items; Future Stations operations/programs Consolidations Reorganization Community Needs Mutual aid Agreements Public Relations EMS/PERSONNEL Connie Marin, Chairperson Robert Brown, Jr. Joanna Trierweiler Items; Entrance Requirements, Posting, Hiring Rules/Procedures Continuing Education/ Training