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OFFICTAL PROCEEDINGS - JANUARY 10, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to order
by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:35 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners Jeanne Barker, Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Richard Paulson, Russell Sheathelm, and Rudy. Wilson.
ABSENT: Commissioners John Lewis and Max Zemer.
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Larry Pung, Asst. Chief Larry Devlin, Admin. Asst.
Dianna Emerson, Retired Deputy Chief Victor Rairigh.
The minutes of the December 6, 1984, meeting were approved as printed for
placement in the file. The motion was .made by Commissioner Sheathelm
and supported by Commissioner Wilson. The motion passed unanimously.
The communications were approved as printed with copies sent to the parties
concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
PRESENTATIONS
Chairman Lynch presented Deputy Chief Victor Rairigh with a Retirement
Certificate. D/C Rairigh retired on January 5, 1985, after 332 years
of service.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, stated the first six
months of budget expenditures was completed. On January 8, 1985, the
budget was reviewed by the Finance Committee at a noon meeting.
Commissioner Paulson made a motion to defer reviewing the budget until
the end of the meeting. Supported by Commissioner Wilson. The motion
passed unanimously.
Chairman Lynch, Planning Committee Chairman, mentioned that Commissioner
Paulson and Jack Cushman, Sr. , had completed a rough draft of the revisions
to the rulebook, which will be typed and presented for review to the proper
personnel .
Commissioner Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairman, reviewed the December
Monthly Report and E.M.S. Newsletter. Highlights from the monthly report
were the donation of holiday baskets to all of the Lansing hospital
emergency departments from all the Lansing Fire Department EMTs and
Paramedics. Five letters of recognition were received from the Lansing
General Emergency Department Director in recognition of fine care given
on ,an ambulance call on November 22, 1984; for Tom L. Shaver, Dan Troy,
Dave Coddington, Rod Hunt, and Mike Miller. In addition; seven personnel
were praised for their actions on an ambulance call on January 1 ; 1985.
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The victim was a 15 year old girl who had a bullet wound to the head and
spine. She was found in cardiac arrest, .but was successfully resuscitated
and transported to Ingham Medical Center Emergency Room. The personnel
are: John McKinley, Dave Coddington, Henry Schmidt, Dennis George,
Clarence Dell , Dave Weisenberg, and John Dennany.
The Lansing Fire Department recruits are to be commended for their
assistance to Ken Jones during November and December 1984 when they cleaned
and reorganized the E.M.S. classroom, office, equipment and supplies. Each
of them performed beyond any request made. The new EMTs are John Stafford,
Tim James, Dave Ford, Randy Gamel , and Mike Wilson.
Commissioner Paulson was impressed with the E.M.S. Newsletter and commented
on a passage which mentioned the undercarriage of the Ambulance #41 cot
has taken on a new appearance. A tray has been installed on the cot to aid
in carrying equipment, etc. back to the ambulance. Firefighter Bill Fercho's
idea for the tray was brought to life by Tim, Bob, and Greg from the Central
Garage. The rest of the Fire Department cots will have trays installed over
the next few months.
Commissioner Paulson states that Ken Jones is doing an excellent job as the
new E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator.
Chairman Lynch read the list of names of the personnel who were promoted as
a result of the retirements of Deputy Chief Victor Rairigh, Captain Carl
Hufnagel , and Captain Jack Miner. These promtions were approved at the
December 6, 1984, Fire- Board meeting.
Captain James Reck to Deputy Chief - Effective January 5
Lt. William McElroy to Captain January 5
Lt. Carl Rinckey to Captain January 7
Lt. Joseph Malatinsky to Captain January 9
Eng. Gary Thomas to Lieutenant January 5
Eng. James Tycocki to Lieutenant January 7
Eng. Lynn Bullard to Lieutenant January 9
Firefighter Robert Belknap to Engineer January 5
Firefighter Michael Hellum to Engineer January 7
Firefighter Joseph Droste to Engineer January 9
Chairman Lynch stated that a letter had been received from Lawrence
Hufnagel to return from the Fire Prevention Bureau to Fire Suppression.
Engineer Hufnagel had transferred laterally to Fire Prevention as a
Fire Inspector II on December 3, 1984..
Commissioner Barker, Buildings and Equipment Committee Chairperson,
. .reported that Ambulance #44 was in Florida for the installation of a
new cab and chassis; the unit should return in March 1985. Engine #9 has
been completely refurbished and is back in service. Squad 0 is receiving
engine repairs.
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COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reviewed the 1984 Year End Alarm Comparison Summary and
noted the increase in fire loss and per capita 1.6ss: Approximately 42%
of the loss is attributed to arson and this rate has doubled since 1983.
The per capita loss in 1983 was $14.43 and $22.04 in 1984. There was
over $1 million in arson fire loss. There were no fatalities in 1984.
Chief Holliday announced there would be a "Marriage Enrichment Workshop"
on Saturday, February 16, 1985, 9:00 a.m. = 1 :00 p.m. , at the Lansing
Fire Department Training Facility, 3015 Alpha Street, Lansing, Michigan.
Fire personnel who are interested in this workshop can contact either
Chaplain James Schalkhauser or the Fire Administrative Office at No. 1
Fire Station. The deadline for registration is January 31 , 1985. The
workshop theme will include increasing personal and interpersonal awareness
with conflict resolution.
Chief Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's ten callbacks, three court cases,
one match program, one warrant, and one probate petition, all of which
occurred in December 1984.
Assistant Chief Pung explained the 54-Hour Work Week and 53 Minimum Manning
agreements that went into effect on January 1 , 1985. He mentioned the
Hazardous Materials Unit in still under reconstruction and equipment has
been ordered. Last week Channel 6 covered a pre-fire .planning presentation,
which was appreciated. The new radio voice alarm system installation is
almost completed.
Assistant Chief Devlin stated two applications have been sent to the National
Fire Academy in Emittsburg, Maryland, for their Hazardous Materials program.
The planning for the Officers ' School to be given this Spring is progressing.
Asst. Chief Devlin commended Lt. Ken Jones for the excellent job he is doing
as the Fire Department's new E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator.
Asst. Chief Devlin asked about a press release for the Hazardous Materials
Unit and its use for mutual aid. A press release will be made after the
unit is completed and the unit will be available to other agencies just as
other equipment is available for mutual aid. Equipment is on order for the
unit. All the personnel involved in organizing this unit are to be
commended for their efforts.-
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Barker and Commissioner Paulson wished to thank the Box 23
Associates for their open house which commemorated the Hotel Kerns Fire
that occurred fifty years ago.
Chief Holliday mentioned the Affirmative Action Ad-Hoc Committee had been
on hold during the budget process and holiday season. Meetings will
resume in the near future.
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Chairman Lynch announced that Chief Holliday had been appointed as a member
of the Lansing Area Safety Council Board.
Chairman Lynch announced the ..dates of the Fire Board meetings for 1985.
A discussion followed. Commissioner Paulson made a motion to change the
monthly Fire Board meetings from the first Thursday of each month to the
second Thursday of each month. The motion was supported by Commissioner
Wilson. The motion passed unanimously.
The dates for the 1985 Fire Board meetings are as follows :
January 10, 1985
February 14, 1985
March 14, 1985
April 11 , 1985
May 9, 1985
June 13, 1985
July 11 , 1985
August 8, 1985
September 12, 1985
October 10, 1985
November 14, 1985
December 12, 1985
Chairman Lynch congratulated the Fire Commissioners on their attendance to
the meetings in 1984.
Commissioner Paulson moved that the Fire Board go into Executive Session
to discuss the FY86 Budget Request. The motion was supported by Commissioner
Sheathelm. The motion passed; Commissioner Barker abstained from voting.
At 8:32 p.m. Commissioner Wilson moved that the meeting be returned to its
regular session. The motion was supported and approved with Commissioner
Barker abstaining.
Commissioner Paulson made a motion that the Lansing Fire Board approve. the
Lansing Fire Department' s FY86 Budget Request. The motion was supported
'by Commissioner Wilson and it passed unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
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The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be
held on Thursday, February '14, 1985, at 7:30' p.m. at the No. 1 Fire
Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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SPECIAL SESSION OF LANSING FIRE BOARD
OFFICIAL 'PROCEEDINGS
The Lansing Fire Board met in Special Session at the .No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to
order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners Russell Sheathelm, John Lewis, Lance
Lynch, Richard Paulson, Eva Medrano, and Rudy Wilson
EXCUSED: Commissioners Max Zemer and Jeanne Barker
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Lawrence Devlin, Asst. Chief Lawrence Pung, Admin. Asst.
Dianna Emerson, and City Personnel Director, Karen Jackson.
Chairman Lynch stated the Fire Commissioners were called to this Special
Session of the Lansing Fire Board to review Personnel Rules for the
Executive (Management) Plan, Personnel Rules for the Non-Bargaining Unit
(Exempt) Employees, and Fringe Benefits for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees.
Chief Holliday indicated the personnel rules for the above employees had
not been updated since 1955. Approximately two years ago Art Carney began
updating the rules and the task was completed by Personnel Director Karen
Jackson and her staff. The Chief stated-they are very good rules and the
main problems have been straightened out. Per City Charter the Fire and
Police Boards have to approve: the rules that the City Council has proposed
as policy. These policies have received approval from City Council.
Chairman Lynch asked if there were any questions regarding the proposed
policies. A discussion followed.
Karen Jackson discussed the problem of supervisory personnel receiving
less wages than the personnel they supervise, i.e. Assistant Fire Chiefs,
and how that problem has been addressed in the Fringe Benefits. A pro-
vision retroactive to July 1, 1984, states that benefits granted
contractually to the bargaining unit upon which the baseline is set,
such benefits shall also be provided to the sworn positions of Assistant
Police and Fire Chiefs, and Police Deputy Chiefs. Asst. Fire Chiefs will
receive a range of 115% to 125% of the highest base wage rate for the
bargaining unit supervised.
Chief Holliday read the 'wording from Page '7, Terms of Employment, Section F
(Page 8) , regarding Employment Contracts for the Executive (Management) Plan
Personnel Rules. That section states that no later January 1, 1986, the Mayor
shall develop and implement an employment contract for all members of the
Executive (Management) Plan subject to the City Charter, Ordinances, policies
and these Personnel Rules.
Karen Jackson indicated that clause was added as a result of a Committee of
the Whole meeting when Councilman Blair inquired about the applicability of
individual contracts for department heads. A discussion followed.
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January 23, 1985
Chairman Lynch asked what guidelines were used in determining the percentage
the Chief and Assistant Chiefs would receive. Karen Jackson replied there
is a total of seven step increments to be awarded annually. Performance
evaluations also need to be completed .as personnel progress to these steps.
Chief Holliday stated that he understood that the maximum would be reached
in two years not seven years. Karen Jackson indicated she would make sure
the progression sheet for percentage increases would be included in the
rules concerning the Chief and the fringe benefit package concerning the
Assistant Chiefs.
Chairman Lynch stated Asst. Chief Pung is at the top of the previous wage
scale and that it would not be equitable for him to be placed at the
beginning of the new scale. Karen Jackson indicated she did not know
right at that time where Asst. Chief Pung would be placed on the new scale.
Asst. Chief Pung asked questions concerning the sick leave issue and the
grievance procedure for the Assistant Fire Chiefs. Karen Jackson stated
both issues would be pursued through the current system utilized within
the Fire Department. The new rules will not supercede current Fire Dept.
procedures.
Assistant Chief Pung stated the new Personnel Rules provide a good resource
for exempt employees and he thanked Karen and her staff for a fine job in
organizing these procedures.
A discussion followed. Commissioner Lewis made a motion to act on each
package separately. Supported by Commission Paulson. The motion carried.
Commissioner Wilson moved that the Fringe Benefits for Non-Bargaining Unit
Employees be approved by the Lansing Fire Board with the contingency that
an explanation of the pay schedule regarding the percentage rate of 115% to
125% for the Asst. Fire Chiefs become part of the package. Supported by
Commissioner Medrano. The motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Wilson moved that the Personnel Rules for Non-Bargaining Unit
Employees be approved as written. Supported by Commissioner Lewis. The
motion carried unanimously.
There was further discussion on the Personnel Rules for Executive (Management)
Plan. The Fire Board understands that the salary for .the Chief is at the
Mayor's discretion between the 120 - 145%, however, the Fire Board may deem
it necessary to make a recommendation to the Mayor on percentages set.
Commissioner Medrano made a'motion to approve the Personnel Rules for the
Executive (Management) Plan. Supported by Commissioner Paulson. The motion
carried.
Commissioner Lewis requested permission to be excused .for the February 14
and March 14, 1985, Fire Board Meetings. He is teaching a course.at
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January 23, 1985
Lansing Community College, which was or scheduled for Wednesdays.
Permission was granted to Commissioner Lewis.
The Special Session of the Lansing Fire Board adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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LANSING FIRE BOARD
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS-. :FEBRUARY 14, '1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to order
by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:40 p.m..
PRESENT: Commissioners Lance Lynch, Richard Paulson, Russell
Sheathelm, and Max Zemer,
EXCUSED: Commissioners Jeanne Barker, John Lewis, Eva Medrano,
and Rudy Wilson.
ALSO attending this meeting were: Chief Mark R. Holliday, Asst.
Chief Lawrence F. Pung, Admin. Asst. Dianna L. Emerson, Jean
Paulson, John Devlin, and Firefighters David Weisenberg, Pat Goff,
and Chuck Strahan.
A quorum was not present, therefore, the minutes of the January 10 and
January 23, 1985, meetings, along with any other action taken during the
February 14, 1985, meeting will have to be ratified at the March 14, 1985,
meeting.
The communications were reviewed with copies sent to the parties concerned,
City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
PRESENTATIONS
Chairman Lynch presented John Devlin with a retirement certificate. D/C
Devlin retired on February 7, 1985, after 31 years 8 months of service.
Commissioner Paulson indicated the Fire Department's Honor Guard had
reorganized March 13, 1984, through the efforts of twenty-one people.
David Weisenberg, Patrick Goff, and Charles Strahan were present at the
meeting and Firefighter Strahan modeled the winter and summer uniform for
the Commissioners. The group currently has twelve complete uniforms.
Nine functions have been attended since March 1984 (eight Fire related and
one Lansing Police Dept. ).
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator Ken Jones and Firefighter/Paramedic Pam Oakes
were participants in a panel radio discussion on WJIM on Tuesday. Ken and
Pam are to be complimented for a fine job in representing the Department.
COMMITTEE:REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairperson, stated $621 ,952.67
was expended during the month of January 1985. FY86 Budget hearings have
been conducted with the Finance Department and the Mayor's Office.
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For the Planning Committee, Commissioner Paulson indicated not much progress
had been made in bringing the rulebook up-to-date. He has been waiting to
get together with a Union representative.
Commissioner Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairperson, stated two paramedics
have dropped from the program at the end of January 1985. One voluntarily
dropped from the program and the other paramedic's license expired. There
were seven requests for Public Relation programs from the E.M.S. Division
in January. Three of the programs will be held in February, one was referred
to the American Heart Association, and the three remaining were conducted
by the following E.M.S. personnel : 1/8/85 by Joe DeFors to eight teachers
at the Northwest School - CPR Heartsaver; 1/17/85 by Pam Oakes to 65 5th and
6th Grade students at the Dwight Rich School - Careers in Fire/EMS; and,
1/29/85 by Eric Hall and Michael Jones to 15 Brownie Scouts at Allen Street
School - First Aid in the Home. A very enthusiastic "thank you" was received
from Mrs. Hatton, a Department of Education employee who needed medical
services; she stated that Mary Helmker and Chuck Peterson went beyond the
call of duty when they attended to her injuries. Commissioner Paulson
complimented Lt. Jones on a very detailed and concise E.M.S. report.
OLD BUSINESS
Commissioner Zemer presented the recently revised Fire Dept. Affirmative
Action Plan. Commissioner Paulson suggested that each Commissioner review
the Plan and that action be taken at the March 14, 1985, meeting.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reported on the January 1985 Sick Leave Summary. There has
been-an increased number of injuries in conjunction with the number of
working fires in January.
Chief Holliday- reviewed Fire Prevention's callbacks (11 ) , court cases (2) ,
warrants (2) , probate petitions (1 ) , and R & R (1 ) .
The Chief indicated that Chairman Lynch would be attending a March 6, 1985,
Eastside Neighborhood Association meeting with him to discuss eastside fire
service.
The Lansing Community College will be sponsoring a one day Business and
Industry Seminar in April 1985 and the following people will be representing
the Lansing Fire Department with Chief Holliday: Inspector Les Hunter -
Fire Prevention; Lt. Sam Hopkins - Fire Suppression; and Firefighter Pam
Oakes - Emergency Medical Services.
Asst. Chief Pung and Garage Supt. Ray Feldpausch recently returned from
West Virginia after reviewing shop drawings for the three new apparatus
that are being built for the Lansing Fire Department. The two pumper chassis
have been completed and are being shipped to West Virginia from Charlotte,
Michigan. The following delivery dates are anticipated: Ladder - April or
May; Pumpers - May or June.
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Asst. Chief Pung reports that the ambulance with the new chassis should
arrive in Lansing within the next couple of days. Rich Ryals and Asst.
Chief Larry Devlin are driving the vehicle back from Florida.
Asst. Chief Pung stated a request for approximately $40,000-$45,000 worth
of equ"ipment for the new apparatus has been submitted to the Purchasing
Department.
Asst. Chief Pung reported on the mutual aid the Lansing Fire Department
provided to the Township (Lansing) at the Omni Building fire. He also
reported on the conference he attended in Grand Rapids with the Michigan
Fire Chiefs Association.
Asst. Chief Pung reported on a meeting he attended in East Lansing where
a group of concerned citizens have formed the "100 Club. " This club has
been formed to support the surviving members of fire and police families
when they have. lost someone in the line of duty. The club currently has
56 members and they recently contributed $1 ,000 to the Bennett Family in
Maple Rapids.
Asst. Chief Pung reported that Fire Inspector James Scheidt is attending
school in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm thanked the members of the Honor Guard for attending
the meeting and commended them on their successful reorganization and
representation on behalf of the Lansing Fire Department and City of Lansing.
Commissioner Sheathelm also complimented the Torrent Engine Company on the
fine'job they have done in representing the Fire Department and the City.
Chief Holliday mentioned he had met the Mayor's new Executive Assistant,
Cleophus Boyd, and that he would like to invite him to the March meeting of
the Lansing Fire Board.
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be held
on Thursday, March 14, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No, 1 Fire Station, 120
East Shiawassee Street, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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LANSING FIRE BOARD
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - MARCH 14, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to
order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:30 p.m.
' PRESENT: Commissioners Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano, Richard Paulson,
Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson, and Max Zemer.
EXCUSED: Commissioners Jeanne Barker and John Lewis.
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark R. Holliday,
Asst. Ch. Lawrence F. Pung, Asst, Ch. Lawrence 'J. Devlin,
Admin. Asst. Dianna L. Emerson, Retired Fire Captains Jack
Miner and Leo Savoie, Edward Simmer, Deputy Chief Russell
Holliday, Louie Garcia and his sons and Cleophus Boyd.
The minutes of the January 10, January 23, and February 14, 1985, meetings
were ratified due to the lack of a quorum at the March 14, 1985, meeting.
Moved by Commissioner Wilson, supported by Commissioner Zemer. The motion
carried unanimously.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
PRESENTATIONS
Chairman Lynch presented retired Fire Captain Jack Miner with a retirement
certificate. Captain Miner retired on January 9, 1985, after 29 years and
11 months of service with the Lansing Fire Department.
Chairman Lynch also presented retired Fire Captain Leo Savoie with a
retirement certificate. Captain Savoie retired March 5, 1985, after 30
years and one month of service with the Lansing Fire Department.
Chairman Lynch presented an appreciation plaque to Civilian Edward Simmer,
who on February 14, 1985, at approximately 11 :30 a.m. , gave C.P.R. to
Glenn Davis, •a 63 year old male, who was in full arrest and unresponsive..
Mr: Davis was lying in a snowbank.when Mr. Simmer found him.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Russell Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairperson, reported
that $782,969.54 had been expended during the month of February 1985,
which includes payrolls during the periods of January 20, 1985, through
March 2, 1985. He also stated that the Council budget review of the
Fire Department's budget request is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 1985,
at 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. The entire City's budget is scheduled to be adopted
on Monday, May 13, 1985.
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Commissioner Paulson, on behalf of the Planning Committee, reports that
rough draft copies of the updated Rules and Regulations for the Lansing
Fire Department will be available at the next Fire Board meeting on
April 11 , 1985.
Commissioner Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairperson, read the following
repoirt provided by E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator Kenneth Jones. The
department has 23 active paramedics and 29 active E.M.T. personnel .
The number of paramedics has risen by four since the end of January 1985.
Three paramedics were relicensed and one -voluntarily re-entered the
program. Two paramedics are due to expire at the end of March. The
number of E.M.T. personnel also rose by four,people. One E.M.T. was
issued his first license.
Ambulance #44 arrived in Lansing from Florida on February 15, 1985.
Several unforeseen repairs had to be made before it was placed into
service. On March 8, 1985, the new Ambulance #44 was placed into service
at the No. 4 Fire Stations
There were two E.M.S. seminars held at Lansing Community College in
February. A total of nine personnel attended both seminars. On February 20
a total of 24 personnel attended a free seminar at Sparrow Hospital .
E.M.S. education for E.M.T. and Paramedic personnel is held on Tuesday
afternoons, The topic for February: Refresher Course in C.P.R. A valid
C.P.R. card is necessary for relicensure as an E.M.T./Paramedic. At this
time 23 of 60 personnel have completed the refresher course,
Tri-County E.M.S. has completed the State of Michigan mandated treatment
protocols. A rough draft has been received and reviewed. There will be
a series of education classes given before the protocols are put into
effect, The general feeling is that the protocols are worded very
broadly, which will allow flexibility for our paramedics.
Several public relation programs have been provided by the following Suppression and
EX'S. personnel . 2/7/85. by John McKinley and Mike Dixon regarding
Fire/E.M.S. Operations to 40 members of the Lansing Barbers Association;
2/12/85 by Ken Jones and Pam: Oakes on E.M.S. Operations during the WJIM
Radio "Open Line" Talk Show; 2/22/85 by Mike Gurecki on The Education and
Role of E.M.S. to 75 students at a Health Class at Sexton High School ;
3/l/85 by John McKinley regarding Careers in Fire/E.M.S. to 30 studdnts at
the Harley Franks Elementary School ; 3/4/85 by Sam Colegrove on First Aid
to 9 people at the Electricians/Lansing School ; and, 3/14/85 by Mike Gurecki
on The Education and Role of E.M.S. to a Health Class of 60 students at
Eastern High School .
Chief Holliday reports that an entry level test will be given to 160 new
applicants on Saturday, March 16, 1985, at Lansing Community College.
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Chairman Lynch moved that the following promotions be filled due to the
following retirements:
Due to the retirement of Administrative Assistant VI Jack Devlin
on February 7, 1985, the following positions to be filled:
Administrative Assistant VI , Captain, Lieutenant, and Engineer.
Due to the retirement of Captain Leo D. Savoie on March 5, 1985,
the following positions to be filled: Captain, Lt. , and Engineer.
Supported by Commissioners Sheathelm and Medrano. The motion was carried
unanimously,
OLD BUSINESS
Commissioner Wilson asked the members of the Lansing Fire Board if they
had reviewed the proposed Affirmative Action Plan for the Lansing .Fire
Department. Commissioner Wilson made a motion that the Plan be accepted
as submitted, A discussion followed. Asst. Chief Pung stated that
Section III , Sub-Section A. , fourth paragraph, needed to be revised. The
members of the Ad-Hoc Committee discussed this recommendation. The
followi.ng revision shall be made: "Recruitment efforts and local
educational programs need to be continued to produce significant numbers
of minority applicants," (The word "traditional " was deleted and the
words "have failed" have been replaced by "need to be continued.") The
motion was supported by Commissioner Zemer and the motion passed unanimously.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's callbacks (12) , court cases (4) ,
match programs (1 ) , warrants (3) , and diversion program (1 ) . The Chief
discussed the court case which involved arson at the Calvary Assembly of
God at 3006 West Jolly Road. The Chief also noted that the 19 year old
woman on the. diversion program had spent time working in the Fire Adminis-
trative Office.
Chief Holliday reviewed the February Sick Leave Report. Several duty
injuries occurred during that time period due to the excessive amount of
working fires.
Assistant Chief Pung reported on his inspection trip to Virginia with Ray
Feldpausch on March 11 , 1985. The ladder truck should be delivered around
the first or second week of May 1985. The bid for $45,000 of equipment
for the new apparatus is due to be opened on April 2, 1985. Asst. Chief
Pung also spoke about the equipment that had been out of service.
Chief Holliday reported on his meeting with the East Side Neighborhood
Association. Commissioner Paulson, Councilman Lindemann, and Councilman
Adado also attended that meeting on March 6, 1985. The Chief also reported
on the sandbagging situation at Lindbergh Drive.
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Assistant Chief Devlin reported the following information. The bid
opening for the new ambulance is April- 16 and its anticipated cost is
$45,000. An officers training school began last Monday and these classes
will help our officers to be more proficient in their administrative
duties., The officers have been very receptive to these classes. The
following Deputy Chiefs are to be commended for their active participation
in teaching these classes on their days off: Russell Holliday, Charles
Zerkle, Steve Malatinsky, and Joe Nemeth.
The Training officers, D/C Robert Hodges and Captain James Florian, have
attended a three day instructors ' conference in Howell . Also Bob Hodges
attended a one day Dept, of Labor Seminar in Bay City regarding Scott
Air Paks and their use in confined areas. Bob is to be commended for
doing this on his day off.
Since November 1984 there have been 42 sets of pre-fire plans of City
buildings turned in, approved, and distributed through the Training
Division.
Asst. Chief Devlin attended a meeting at the Ingham County Jail regarding
the Memorial Day Parade that will beheld on May 25. The Fire Department
will be placing apparatus in the parade.
Asst. Chiefs Devlin and Pung attended a two day symposium in Merrillville,
Indiana, which was sponsored by the International Fire Chiefs .Association.
The symposium was very informative and provided an insight to several
fire service problems.
Deputy Chief Russell Holliday provided Asst. Chief Devlin with information
on the following incident. On March 2, 1985, the Engine #l ,was dispatched .
to 535 North Cedar on a smoke investigation. On arrival Lt. Gary Thomas
recognized a suspicious fire and he immediately protected the scene until
the proper authorities arrived. This quick action led to an arrest for
arson. The Administration would like to commend Lt. Thomas for doing a
fine job.
Next week members of the Fire Prevention Bureau will present an award
to Dexter Wallace, a 10 year old, in front of his classmates at Willow
Street School• for his action in saving the life of his one year old
brother, Inspector Craig Rice had given a class on "Fires in the Home"
just a week prior to this incident and Dexter said that the class helped
him in rescuing hi.s brother. The incident occurred on January 27, 1985,
1314 Chestnut Street at 0425 hours.
Chief Holliday showed the Commissioners the 1985 Bronze Award the City
received for their outstanding contributions to the United Way Campaign.
The Chief stated he is proud of the work done by Lt. Larry Earls, Union
President, in making the Fire Dept. 's contribution very successful ,
Chairman Lynch asked a question regarding the procedure an ambulance uses
for proceeding to an incident. A discussion followed.
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March 14, 1985' - Page Five
GENERAL ORDER
Chief Holliday introduced the Mayor's new Executive Assistant, Cleophus
Boyd, to everyone present at the meeting.
Chief Holliday commended the Fire Board for their support of the Affirmative
ActSon Plan.
Commissioner Wilson moved that the meeting be adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Commissioner Sheathelm supported the motion. The motion carried.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be
held on Thursday, April 11 , 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - APRIL 11 , 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to
order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners Lynch, Medrano, Paulson, Sheathelm,
Wilson, and Zemer
EXCUSED: Commissioner Barker
ABSENT: Commissioner Lewis
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark R. Holliday,
Asst. Chief Larry Pung, Asst. Chief Larry Devlin, Admin. Asst,
Dianna Emerson, Fire Captain Carl Rinckey, City Auditor Greg
Koessel , and Fire Captain John Dennany.
The minutes of the March 14, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
PRESENTATION
Chairman Lynch presented a Retirement Certificate to Captain John Dennany,
John's retirement is effective on April 13, 1985 at 0730 hours and he
has 29z years of service with the Lansing Fire Department.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lynch announced that Commissioner Jeanne Barker had submitted her
resignation from the Board of Fire Commissioners. Jeanne has retired from
her position as a Legislative Aide to the House of Representatives and
she will be moving from the City. The Fire Board is sorry to see that
she is resigning her position and they appreciate her service on the Board
from February 12, 1979 through April 20, 1985.
Due to the resignation of Commissioner Barker, Chairman Lynch appointed
Commissioner Zemer as the Buildings and Equipment Committee Chairperson.
Chairman Lynch called attention to the final draft of the Affirmative
Action Program.
Chairman Lynch indicated the rough draft of the revised Rules and Regulations
were in the Attorney's Office and the Human Relations Dept. for review.
Chairman Lynch explained to the Fire Commissioners some of the concerns
raised by the East Side Neighborhood Association about their fire service.
As a result of those concerns, the City Council requested an investigation
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April 11 , 1985 - Page Two
by the City's Internal Audit Division. Greg Koessel of that Division
explained the results of his audit that he would be presenting to Council
and later to the East Side Neighborhood Association. Greg audited the
entire service to the City of Lansing, which included all nine stations.
Greg reviewed the audit with Councilman Lindemann of Ward 1 , and Councilman
Lindemann is satisfied with the results of the audit and the service level
in Ward 1 . The level of service .is. high there in most situations.
Chairman Lynch asked Greg if there were any recommendations made in the
audit, and Greg replied "no," A discussion followed. Captain John
Dennany commented on summer coverage.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Chairperson of the Finance Committee, commented on
the new FY86 Budget. On April 9, 1985, the following personnel met with
City Council to review that budget: Chief Holliday, Asst, Chief_ Pung,
Dianna Emerson, and Russell Sheathelm. The entire City's budget is
scheduled to be adopted on Monday, May 13, 1985.
Commissioner Paulson, Chairperson of the E.M.S. Committee, highlighted
portions of the E.M.S. Report and Newsletter submitted by Lt. Ken Jones.
The department currently has 20 active Paramedics and 26 active EMTs.
There was a discussion regarding continuing education credits.
Commissioner Paulson announced that the Fire Prevention and E.M.S. Divisions
would be participating in the "Healthfest" at Lansing Community College
on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The "Healthfest" is
a one-day event sponsored by Ingham County Health and L.C.C. Various agencies
and businesses display their function, products, philosophies or services.
This is the first year the Lansing Fire Department will be participating.
L.F.D. will be emphasizing emergency medical services , first aid, fire
safety and fire prevention.
Chairman Lynch gave the following Personnel Committee Report for
Commissioner John Lewis. Due to the request for transfer from the
Administrative Division back to the Suppression Division as a Fire Captain IV
by Admin. Asst. VI Merle Anderson, approval is needed to promote Fire
Captain Carl A. Rinckey, Jr. to the Admin. Asst. VI position effective
April 15, 1985. Moved by Commissioner Paulson, seconded by Commissioner
Sheathelm. The motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Paulson made a motion to approve the following promotions due
to the retirement of Captain Leo Savoie on March 5, 1985: Lt. Larry Earls
to Fire Captain IV; Engineer James Bissell to Lieutenant III ; and,
Firefighter Laurence Wahl to Engineer II. Supported by Commissioner Wilson.
The motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Wilson made a motion to approve the following promotions due
to the transfer of a Fire Captain into Administration as_ Admin. Asst. VI ,
which will be effective 0730 hours on March 18, 1985: Lt. Melvin Lear to
Fire Captain IV; Engineer Burnard Elliott to Lieutenant III ; and, Firefighter
Timothy Dell to Engineer II . The motion was supported by Commissioner
Medrano. The motion carried unanimously,
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April 11 , 1985 '- Page'Three
Commissioner Zemer madec-a* motion to approve the following promotions due to
the retirement of Fire Captain John W. Dennany, which will be effective
at 0730 hours on April 13, 1985: Lt. Sam Hopkins to Fire Captain IV;
Engineer Ronald Freeman to Lieutenant III ; and, Firefighter Marty Wade to
Engineer II . The motion was supported by Commissioner Medrano. The motion
carried unanimously,
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's nine callbacks (five of which were
arson related) , four court cases„warrant, two probate petitions, and match
program for the month of March.. Chief Holliday explained some computer
graphs to the Commissioners, which were prepared by Inspector James Scheidt.
The graphs covered Fire District Inspections, Building Inspections, Home
Inspections, and Hazardous Conditions Removed; and, a comparison of the
first three months of 1984 and 1985.
Chief Holliday reported that he would be participating in a Career Day
Program for High School students at Lansing Community College on April 12
along with Captain Sam Hopkins, Inspector Leslie Hunter, and Firefighter/
Paramedic Pam Oakes.
Chief Holliday commented on the Council Budget Hearing that was held on
April 9, 1985.
Chief Holliday reported that on March 16, 1985, 125 applicants took the
written entry level test for the Fire Dept. ; 75 applicants passed the
test. The agility test will be given on May 22, 1985. New employees
are tentatively scheduled to be hired during the first part of July 1985.
At the Council budget hearing the Chief was asked to prepare a mutual aid
policy so Council can approve a written procedure for future use.
Asst. Chief Pung reported on the Physical Fitness Program. George Eyde
has donated the use of facilities at Walter French for the program two
hours per day, Monday through Saturday. This facility is an ideal
geographical location for the programs
Asst. Chief Pung stated the two new Deputy Chief red cars would be in
service within the next one or two weeks, The units cost $14,968 each and
they replace 1979 and 1980 model year suburbans.
On Monday, April 15, Asst. Chief Pung and Ray Feldpausch from the Garage
will be travelling to Roanoake, Virginia, to inspect apparatus on order.
Bids for equipment for the new apparatus were opened on April 9 and will
cost approximately $33,070.
A fact finding hearing on a reverse discrimination suit was held on April 9
due to hiring practice. This suit has been pending since 1979
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April 119 1985 = Page Four
Asst. Chief Devlin reported on the Officers' Training School . The class
was completed by 62 senior officers and 26 Engineers.
The ambulance bid proposal opening will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 1985,
at 3:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department's Conference Room.
GENERAL ORDER
Chairman Lynch encouraged everyone to read the 1984 Annual Report and
review its .statistics.
Chairman Lynch announced that the June 13, 1985, Board Meeting would be
changed to June 6, 1985.
Commissioner Wilson announced that the Affirmative Action Plan has been
sent to the City Attorney, Human Relations, and Personnel Director. There
will be some changes to update the wording.
Chairman Lynch discussed the changes to the Rules and Regulations for L.F.D.
Commissioner Paulson will highlight the changes at the time it's presented
to the Board. The changes consist of gender changes, hiring procedures,
and two new rules regarding theft and weapons.
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be held
on Thursday, May 9, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 East
Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted, \1
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - MAY 9, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to
order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:45 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Richard Paulson, Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson,
and Max Zemer.
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Larry Devlin, Asst. Chi.ef Larry Pung, Admin. Asst, Dianna
Emerson, Engineer Bert Gadaleto, and Lisa Emerson.
The minutes of the April 11 , 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office,
PRESENTATION
Chairman Lynch presented a Retirement Certificate to Engineer Bert Gadaleto,
Bert's retirement is effective on May 1 , 1985, at 0730 hours and he has
almost 29 years of service with the Lansing Fire Department.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lynch announced that the Annual Fire Board Picnic for members of
the Board will be on July 20, 1985, at his home.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairperson, reviewed the March
and April expenditure reports. In March, $519,403.58 was expended. In
April , $614,240.61 was expended. Expenditures to date are $6,725,989.62.
The total unexpended balance is $1 ,926,108.38.
Commissioner Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairperson, gave the following
report. Lt. Ken Jones and Inspector Robert O'Brien staffed a booth at
Lansing Community College's "Healthfest '85" on Saturday, April 27, 1985.
The Lansing Fire Department booth was awarded overall first-prize (given
to the most active booth) . Photos of children were taken and distributed
free of charge. The kids were dressed in firefighter gear. The department
currently has 20 active paramedics, 31 active EMT,s, and 1 specialist.
Commissioner Zemer, Buildings & Equipment Committee Chairperson, stated
a central air conditioning system had been installed at the #1 Station
Classroom. Also window air conditioners have been installed in the
following four locations : #1 Station - Office 2 and Dining Area;
#3 Station - Dining Area; and #9 Station - Dormitory. The hose tower
roof at #10 Station has been replaced. Bids are being accepted by the
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MAY 9, 1985 - Page Two
Purchasing Department for replacing the main roof at #1 Station. The
new aerial ladder from Grumman has arrived and was available for
viewing before and after the Board meeting, This ladder will be
stationed at #9 Station. The low bid for the new ambulance is approxi-
mately. $4,200 over the figure budgeted for FY85. A request for a transfer
will be made.
Commissioner Lewis, Personnel Committee Chairperson, gave the following
report. Due to the transfer of Administrative Assistant VI Carl Rinckey
to Suppression on April 27, 1985, recommend the promotion of Captain
Robert Bissell to Administrative Assistant VI effective April 28, 1985.
Due to the transfer of Fire Inspector II William Fercho to Suppression
as a Firefighter I on April 21 , 1985, recommend the promotion of
Firefighter Reynaldo Gonzalez to Inspector II effective May 6, 1985.
Due to the retirement of Engineer Bert Gadaleto, recommend the promotion
of Firefighter Douglas Simons to Engineer II effective May 1 , 1985.
Commissioner Lewis moved that the above promotions be approved. Supported
by Commissioner Wilson. The motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Lewis announced that Firefighter Louis Lemus resigned on
April 22, 1985, for personal reasons. Engineer Bert Gadaleto retired
on May 1 , 1985, at 0730 hours, after 28 years and 11 months of service.
There are currently ten vacancies in the department due to resignations
and retirements.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday discussed Fire Prevention's eight callbacks (.four were
arson related and one was a fire death) . Prevention also had three
court cases , one warrant, two probate petitions, one match program, and
one juvenile assigned to 15 hours voluntary work on a diversion program,
which occurred in April .
Asst. Chief Pung announced that the Annual Borderline Funfest will be held
on Saturday, July 13, 1985, at the Silver Dollar Saloon. On Friday,
May 10, 1985, Fire Inspector Reynaldo Gonzalez is representing the Fire
Department at a Recruitment Seminar at University Center in the Bay City
area. The City Council wrapped up the FY86 Budget last week and there
were no major changes to the Fire Department budget request. A reverse
discrimination suit was withdrawn last week by the complainant. The
Fire Dept, and Central Garage personnel are presently formulating
specifications for refurbishing a squad truck with a modular walk-in
unit, which will be utilized as a manpower rig.
Asst. Chief Devlin spoke briefly about the Fire Dept. 's participation
at the L.C.C. "Healthfest." A bid for $250 was received for the opportunity
to be "Chief" in the 4th of July Parade for the Channel 23 Auction. On
Thursday, May 16, 1985, the Home Inspection Program will begin for this
calendar year, Asst. Chief Devlin thanked Dianna Emerson and Thayer Lillie
for coordinating the printing of the new Street Location Guides,
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MAY 9, 1985 - Page Three
Asst. Chief Devlin announced that the Fire Department would be conducting
its Annual Memorial Service at the gravesite of the unknown firefighter
at the Mt. Hope Cemetery on May 25, 1985, at 11 :15 a.m. The speakers
will be Mayor Terry McKane, Fire Board Chairman Lance Lynch, Fire Chief
Mark Holliday, and Fire Chaplain James Schalkhauser, This service will
be in memory .of all firefighters who have lost their lives in the line
of duty.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm commented on the Department's participation at
the L.C.C. "Healthfest" and the L.C.C. Business Career Day for high
school students.
Chief Holliday stated that the Fire nept, should receive written comments
on our proposed Affirmative Action Plan next week from City Hall .
Chief Holliday presented a stamp collection from Claud Erickson representing
various issues of stamps from different countries honoring firefighters.
Chairman Lynch read the Fire Department hiring criteria now in effect.
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be held
on Thursday, June 6, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 East
Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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Lansing Fire Board - Personnel Committee Meeting- May 30, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board Personnel Committee met on Thursday, May 30, 1985,
at 12 noon at the #1 Fire Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
The following people were present: Doug DeFrain, Scott Szpara, Rudy Wilson,
John Lewis, Dick Paulson, Max Zemer, Larry Pung, Larry Devlin, Lance Lynch,
Dianna Emerson, and Mark Holliday.
The purpose of the meeting was to have the City's Labor Relation Director
discuss the pending Act 312 suit in order to keep the Fire Board
Commissioners up-to-date.
Doug DeFrain and Scott Szpara summarized the Administrative Asst. portion
of Act 312. Two issues will be decided upon: 1) Should the position be
in or out of the Union, and 2) What should the rate of pay be. Witnesses
for the City of Lansing were Pat Wamser of the Hay Associates and Neal
Schmidt, a private consultant.
The Personnel Committee was told that the arbitrator would rule on the
Admin. Asst. position and a promotional system for the EMS Inst/Coord. ,
Fire Marshal, Training Deputy Chief, Training Captain, Maintenance Captain,
and Alarm Superintendent.
Frank M. McIntyre, PHD. , McIntyre Associates, was the consultant that met
with each of the above positions being considered for the promotional
system. The Union had a representative that was present during these
interviews. On April 15, 1985, the Union received a copy of the City's
proposed promotional system. The City never received a response, however,
a meeting has been set up on Monday, June 10, 1985, to discuss the system
between the City and the Union. Doug DeFrain passed out copies of the
proposal to the Commissioners present and this document was reviewed.
Asst. Chief Pung asked Doug DeFrain to have copies of the Educational
Standards be available at the June 10 meeting.
Mr. DeFrain indicated that the Act 312 Arbitration hearings would be held
June 20, July 30, and August 1, 1985. The sessions begin at 10:00 a.m.
and all of the hearings will be held at the State Bard of Michigan Building.
The Fire Board is welcome to attend.
The meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - JUNE 6, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was called to
order by the Vice Chairman, John Lewis, Jr. , at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS John Lewis, Eva Medrano, Richard
Paulson, Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson, and
Max Zemer.
EXCUSED: COMMISSIONER Lance Lynch
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday,
Asst. Chief Larry Devlin, Asst. Chief Larry Pung, Admin.
Asst. Dianna Emerson, Jeanne Barker, and Councilman
Tony Benavides.
The minutes of the May 9, 1985, meeting were approved as written. Moved
by Commissioner Wilson, supported by Commissioner Medrano. Approved
unanimously.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council, and the Mayor's Office.
PRESENTATION
Vice Chairman John Lewis and Chief Mark Holliday presented resigned
Fire Commissioner Jeanne Barker with a Certificate of Appreciation for
her devoted years of service from February 12, 1979 to April 20, 1985.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairperson, reviewed the May
expenditure report. $523,326 was expended in May 1985.
Commissioner Paulson, E.M.S, Committee Chairperson, gave the following
report. There are currently 20 active Paramedics and 27 active EMT's,
compared to 23 licensed Paramedics and 35 licensed EMT's. Lt. Ken
Jones met with Deputy Chiefs Russ Holliday and Charles Zerkle to discuss .
a uniform paramedic schedule. An .agreement was made to institute one
standard schedule to be used for a sixty day trial. The Red and Black
shifts have scheduled the paramedics differently for the past 2z years.
In order to continue functioning as a State sanctioned agency, Tri-County
E.M.S. was required to write a set of medical standards (protocols) for
pre-hospital field use. The first final draft has been completed and
will go in effect June lst. These protocols will allow more latitude
to the paramedics than has been previously granted. To prepare
Tri-County E.M.S. workers for the changes, a series of meetings were
held to allow the physicians to explain what was now expected of the
Paramedics/E.M.T.s. A total of 40 out of 58 L.F.D. Paramedic/E.M.T.s
attended the sessions.
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JUNE 6, 1985 - PAGE TWO
Commissioner Paulson received notification from Lt. Jones that arrangement
has been made with St. Lawrence Emergency Department to allow their nurses
to ride-a-long with our paramedics. Several nurses have already volunteered
to ride a five-hour shift. Commissioner Paulson indicated this was an
excellent program and reinforces our work with emergency room personnel.
Vice Chairman John Lewis, Personnel Committee Chairperson, reported on
the Personnel Committee meeting held on Thursday, May 30, 1985. The
purpose of the meeting was to have the City's Labor Relations Director
discuss the pending Act 312 suit concerning the Administrative Assistant
position and promotional system with the Committee.
Commissioner Zemer, Chairperson of the Buildings & Equipment Committee,
reported that new florescent lighting has been installed on the apparatus
room ceiling at the No. 1 Fire Station. The shower room at No. 5 Station
is being worked on. Similar shower problems at Stations No. 2 and 3 will
be worked on in the near future. Equipment has been arriving daily to
outfit the new Ladder Platform #9 and the two new pumpers that will arrive
in the future.
OLD BUSINESS
Commissioner Wilson asked about the status of the Board's Affirmative
Action Plan. Chief Holliday stated he would report on this subject in
his command report.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reported that the Flint Fire Department had sent a letter
of appreciation for the L.F.D. support during the time of the loss of
Firefighter Bradford Lennon. The Chief stated the Honor Guard represented
the Department and that they did a tremendous job.
Chief Holliday reported on the May court cases (4) , warrants (4) , callbacks
(7) , and diversion program (1). The Chief commented on the arson at
419 North Pennsylvania and also on the warrant of 5/22/85 for three counts
of arson and four counts on malicious destruction of property.
Chief Holliday reported on the Affirmative Action Plan. At this time
no approval has been received from City Hall. It was recommended by
Vice Chairman Lewis that the Board send a letter to Richard Letts, Human
Relations Director, inquiring about the status of the Fire Dept's
Affirmative Action Plan.
Asst. Chief Pung stated Administration was in the final phases of selecting
new employees. They are gathering job experience and education data.
Asst. Chief Pung told the Board members about the General Meetings that
were held with all personnel. The meetings were very productive and will
be done on an annual basis. The last meetings of this kind were held in
1982. Reverend James A. Schalkhauser also participated in each session.
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JUNE 6, 1985 - PAGE THREE
Asst. Chief Pung reported that the two new pumpers are scheduled for
production in June and their arrival is anticipated in August 1985.
Grumman had recently indicated delivery would be in October, however,
the City reminded them of the $239 per day penalty for non-delivery within
the scheduled time in the contract.
The .Annual Borderline Fun Fest will be held on July 13, 1985, at the Silver
Dollar/Roger Distributing parking area. Competition will be held between
the Lansing and East Lansing Police and Fire Departments. A press party
for this event will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 1985.
Asst. Chief Pung reported that in the last two and three weeks there have
been several occurences where either Windsor Twp. or Delhi Twp. have had
ambulance runs into Lansing and the Lansing hospitals have requested that
the Fire Dept. provide advanced care and meet the transports, exchange
passengers, and proceed to the hospital via L.F.D. units. Asst. Chief Pung
said this issue would be checked into in depth and a protocol would be
developed. The time factor in exchanging the patients from one vehicle to
another was discussed. Chief Holliday stated they would be meeting with
the area Chiefs and this subject would be mentioned.
Asst. Chief Larry Devlin reported on the June 5th water rescue training
session. He invited the Fire Board to preview the water rescue training
that evening at 10 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, 1985.
Asst. Chief Devlin toured Priggorriss Park with Bath Twp. officials and
reported L.F.D. is responsible for runs to this area. The park consists of
260 acres and many mazed roads. Some serious problems could occur in
accessing this area and he is recommending that the jurisdiction and/or
accessibility to checked out further in the immediate future.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm commented on the .recent fires. Chief Holliday reported
that today's fire at the Board of Water & Light Eckhert Plant on Island St. ,
thought that the estimated damage could run between $150,00 - $200,000.
Commissioner Zemer, an employee of the Board of Water and Light indicated he
was at the above fire. The Lansing Fire Department personnel did an
excellent job in battling the fire. The Plant fire contained several
hazards such as electricity, chemicals, and gases.
Commissioner Paulson inquired about the rulebook. Chief Holliday reported
there had been no word on its completion.
Commissionet Zemer reported on some of the Torrent Engine. Company
activities. Chief Holliday stated the volunteers were currently working
on building a trailer for transporting equipment to various area functions
such as parades.
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JUNE 6, 1985 - PAGE FOUR
Jeanne Barker reported that it was good to be back among friends. Her
resignation from the Board was a hard decision to make. Although she
was retaining her property in'Lansing, she would be living with her
new husband in Wisconsin and living at her cottage on Lake Michigan
during the summer.
Councilman Benavides reported that a new Fire Board Commissioner had not
been formally approved.
Commissioner Lynch arrived at 8:12 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting. of the Lansing Fire Board will be
held on Thursday, July 11, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - JULY 11, 1985
The Lansing Fire Department met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire
Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting was
called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at 7:35 p.m.
PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Richard Paulson,
Russell Sheathelm, and Max Zemer
EXCUSED: COMMISSIONERS Eva Medrano and Rudy Wilson
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Assistant
Chief Larry Devlin, Assistant Chief Larry Pung, and Admin. Asst.
Dianna Emerson.
The minutes of the June 6, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council, and the Mayor's Office.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Chairman Lynch announced to the Fire Board members that nominations
for Chairman were open. Commissioner Zemer - I move that Lance Lynch
be nominated for Chairman for another term. Supported by Commissioner
Sheathelm. The motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Lynch announced that nominations for Vice Chairman were open.
Commissioner Zemer - I move that John Lewis be nominated for Vice Chairman
for another term. Commissioner Sheathelm supported the motion. The
motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Lynch announced that nominations for Secretary were open.
Commissioner Zemer - I move that Dianna Emerson be nominated for Secretary
for another term. Supported by Vice Chairman Lewis. Carried unanimously.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lynch read a letter submitted by John McKinley and Marvin Helmker
(Ambulance #45 Crew on July 9, 1985) . On July 9 Ambulance #45 and Engine
#4 responded to a personal injury accident in the 200 Block of West
Jolly Road. Upon the Ambulance's arrival it was determined two of the
patients involved in the accident were in cardiac arrest. Engine #4
Crew: Captain Jerry Ericks, Eng. Wayne Templer, and Firefighter Timothy
Moede; and, also, Captain Darwyn of the Maintenance Division, provided
the Ambulance Crew with excellent assistance in the stabilization and
transportation of both victims to Ingham Medical Center. The Crew of
Ambulance #45 would like to express their appreciation and thanks to
these four men for their fine performance and service provided.
Chairman Lynch showed the Commissioners a recent update of the Home
Inspection Form designed in Spanish by Inspector Reynaldo Gonzalez.
The department appreciates the time devoted to complete this form.
PRESENTATIONS
Chairman Lynch presented Citation Awards to Joe Sessions and Chris Thomas.
On June 3, 1985, the Lansing Fire Department responded to a fire alarm
at 2104 Beal. Before the department's arrival, two neighbors - Chris
Thomas, age 32, and Joe Sessions, age 37, heard the cry for help from
Mrs. Opal Smith, age 85, and went to her aid. They assisted Mrs. Smith
who was just recovering from a hip operation from the house. Both men
using garden hoses prevented the fire from extending into the house.
Their actions prevented possible serious injury to Mrs. Smith, and prevented
a larger fire loss to the house.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, reviewed the June
expenditures.
Commissioner Zemer, Buildings and Equipment Chairman, gave the following
report. At No. 4 Station the exterior brick on the hose tower is being
repaired. At No. 5 Station repairs have been completed in the shower
room. Rich Ryals, Central Garage, reports that the annual pump testing
is going rather slow. Repairs are being made as needed for meeting
certification. The new Platform #9 is out of service; Asst. Chief Pung
will report on this incident.
y There were no reports from the following Committees: Planning, E.M.S. ,
and Personnel.
Chairman Lynch requested a report from the Ad-Hoc Affirmative Action
Committee. Commissioner Zemer moved that the L.F.D. Affirmative Action
Plan be adopted. Supported by Commissioner Lewis. The motion was approved
unanimously. Chairman Lynch indicated that Commissioners Wilson, Zemer,
and Medrano will continue to be responsible for updating the Affirmative
Action Plan. Commissioner Paulson recommended the formation of the
Ad-Hoc Committee as a standing committee with Commissioner Wilson as
the Chairman, and Commissioners Zemer and Medrano as members, which
would also require that this committee appear on the monthly agenda.
A discussion followed and it was determined that the Ad-Hoc Affirmative
Action Committee would not be made a standing committee at this time.
Chairman Lynch suggested that a report be filed by the Ad-Hoc Committee
annually when new recruits are hired.
Chief Holliday stated that it will be necessary to review why the Department
has not been able to recruit a higher percentage of minorities to.-be
considered for employment at the Lansing Fire Department.
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COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reviewed the sick leave report and Fire Prevention's
callback/overtime report, their court case, match program, and diversion
program. Chief Holliday reported that the Fire Code is close to adoption.
Chief Holliday reported on the 4th of July firework's incident where
the display was stopped due to many hazards. He has met with Police
Chief Richard Gleason and Parks Director Douglas Finley to draft a response
to Mayor McKane supporting Fire Marshal Leonard Labioda's decision concerning
life safety. A discussion followed. The Fire Commissioners were in
complete agreement that Fire Marshal Labioda's decision should be supported.
Chief Holliday stated requests have been made to the City Attorney's
Office regarding the new seatbelt law and the situation at Priggorris
Park.
Chief Holliday reported on the warrants issued for illegal fireworks.
The Chief will keep the Commissioners advised of the court action.
A discussion followed and the Chief will provide them with copies of
the firework's regulations.
Asst. Chief Pung reports that preliminary plans have begun for the new
manpower squad. Grumman Emergency states that the new pumpers went
on line Tuesday or Wednesday and will be delivered in the middle of
August. Platform #9 was damaged, and the damage will amount to $53,000.
A discussion followed. The No. 1 Fire Station is getting a new roof.
The Chief and Asst. Chief Pung interviewed 72 applicants for hire.
They are currently evaluating the interview results. A request for
hire list will be forwarded to City Hall the last week of July.
The Honor Guard and Torrent Engine Company continue to receive favorable
compliments. The Torrent Engine Company has new outfits.
Asst. Chief Pung reminded everyone about the Borderline Fun Fest on
July 13, 1985.
Asst. Chief Devlin reported on Fire Prevention's new Fire Safety Coloring
Book. A total of 3,000 copies were printed by the City at a cost of
14� each compared to a purchase price of 67� from a distributor. Fire
Inspector Robert O'Brien worked with City employee Al Baker on the artwork.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm visited the Soo Fire Department in Canada. That
department employs 107 men and they have four stations, which are called
satellite stations. Their newest station was identical to our No. 8
Station. The Soo population is half the size of Lansing and their fire
loss is $2 million annually. This might indicate how well our Fire
Prevention program is working.
Commissioner Sheathelm was impressed by the appearance of the Honor
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Guard at a funeral on Monday.
Commissioner Sheathelm mentioned the recent article in The Lansing State
Journal regarding the Oakland, Cal. Fire Department. A copy of the
newspaper article was provided in each Commissioner's packet. A discussion
followed.
Commissioner Paulson asked each member of the E.M.S. Committee to review
the book on Tri-Co. E.M.S. Council protocols.
Chairman Lynch expressed concern about the Fire Board vacant position
being unfilled since the end of April 1985 when Jeanne Barker resigned
from her position as Commissioner. A discussion followed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will
be held on Thursday, August 8, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire
Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS—AUGUST �C 1985 O�
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular sessioWY at the Ng, 1 Fire
Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, and the meeting
was called to order by the Vice Chairman, John Lewis, at 7:30
p.m.
Present: Commissioners John Lewis, Eva Medrano, Russell
Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson, and Max Zemer
Excused: Commissioners Lance Lynch and Richard Paulson
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Assistant
Chief Larry Devlin, Civ. Admin. Asst. Dianna Emerson, and
Firefighter/Paramedic Brian Gaukel
The minutes of the July 11, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies
sent to the parties concerned, City Council, and the Mayor's Office.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Vice Chairman Lewis stated the Mayor's Office had approved the
list of ten new hirees today. Toni Glasscoe of the Personnel Department
will contact each individual this week. The list of hirees was
reviewed by the Board members.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, reported on
the July 1985 expenditures, which amounted to $400,933.89.
Asst. Chief Devlin gave the E.M.S. Report for the Committee Chairman,
Commissioner Paulson. The report contained information regarding
complaints against our E.M.S. personnel and complaints received from
our personnel. All the complaints have been investigated and most
of them have been resolved. The recent graduates of L.C.C.'s
Paramedic Program have completed all of the required State testing.
John Dyer, Brian Gaukel, and Kirt Baker are now licensed paramedics.
Ron Jenkins and Henry Schmidt were highly praised by the Lansing
Police Department for their actions in aiding an overdose patient.
There was a discussion regarding the complaints mentioned in the
E.M.S. Report. Chief Holliday stated that there have not been
more complaints than ususal, we are just made more aware of them
because Lt. Jones provides a very thorough report. Lt. Jones
has been personally investigating and resolving each complaint.
Vice Chairman Lewis, Personnel Committee Chairman, announced that
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the ten new hirees would be hired and begin the 240-Hour Firefighter
Training Session on Tuesday, September 3, 1985. Commissioner
Zemer asked if this segment of hirees met with the L.F.D. Affirmative
Action Plan. Chief Holliday stated it did; there will be two Blacks
and one Female hired.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's nine callbacks. Five of
the callbacks are related to arson. Arson figures for the City
have doubled in this past year, and the Chief met recently with
the Prosecutor's Office about this situation. Two warrants were
issued in July: one for illegal fireworks and the other for arson
of a dwelling. Inspector O'Brien obtained petitions for three juveniles
during the month. Two were for false alarms and one for arson
of personal property. Five juveniles were in the Fire Prevention
Office for the Match Program during the month.
Chief Holliday said Asst. Chief Pung is in Roanoake, Virginia to
inspect the two new pumpers on line with Garage Superintendent,
Ray Feldpausch. The Platform No. 9 repairs should almost be completed.
Chief Holliday remarked on the firefighter injuries during the month
of July. On July 6, 1985, Firefighter John Donovan and Captain
John Volz were struck by falling stock fighting a fire at 5511 Enterprise.
On July 25, 1985, Lieutenant Thomas LaViolette, Firefighter Jeffery
Orler, and Captain Martin Lemons suffered from heat exhaustion
fighting a fire at 1204 West Ottawa. Captain Lemons also suffered
a tightness in the chest and was hospitalized overnight; he is currently
undergoing a series of tests.
Chief Holliday reported that the Lansing Fire Department had been
actively involved in a project at Baker Street with other City depart-
ments. This neighborhood has asked the City for assistance in
upgrading the environment of their neighborhood. Fire Prevention
has been concentrating on home inspections and other related complaints
in that area. A report is provided to Mayor McKane's Office every
Friday during the month of August. City department heads met
with the residents at Lyons School to discuss problems. If this
project is a success, this concept will be used in other areas throughout
the City.
Chief Holliday indicated the Department was waiting for approval
of the Fire Code, and the fee schedule submitted to Council. The
opinion regarding Priggorris Park has not been received from the
Attorney's Office.
Chief Holliday said Deputy Chief Zerkle recently conducted a night
operation exercise with Platform No. 1. Asst. Chief Devlin will
report on the problems they encountered.
Asst. Chief Devlin received a request from the Lansing School District
for two fire rigs to perform during a pep rally and fireworks.
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The request was denied, but L.F.D. will be sending an inspector
with communication.
Asst. Chief Devlin received a communication from Gary Basin, Board
of Water and Lights inviting the Fire Department to join in on a
program called "Eyes and Ears. " This is a backup of the program
where children can get help by going to houses displaying the
hand placed in windows. The Fire Dept. will be backing this program
along with the utility workers.
Asst. Chief Devlin reports that 1,000 home inspections have been
made since May, which is 200 less inspections than last year. The
Fire Dept. has placed two Companies in the Baker Street Area every
Thursday by request from Mayor McKane due to complaints from
the citizens. (This is part of a neighborhood upgrade program. )
Asst. Chief Devlin received a notice from the Atlantic Ambulance
Builders that they are waiting for the arrival of a 1986 ambulance
chassis from the manufacturer sometime in October. Atlantic will
have 75 days to complete the ambulance, which should arrive in
December.
Asst. Chief Devlin reported that Platform No. 1 lacks sufficient
lighting for operation in the evening. This matter will be taken
care of in the immediate future. A discussion followed.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Medrano complimented Lt. Ken Jones on his thorough
E.M.S. report.
Chief Holliday stated four of the new hirees had their paramedic's
licenses and four have Fire Science Associate Degrees.
Vice Chairman requested the Secretary, Dianna Emerson, to send
a sympathy card from the Lansing Fire Board to the family of Ed
Lindemann.
The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board
will be held on Thursday, September 12, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at
the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
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LANSING FIRE DEPARTMENT
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - SEPTEMBER 12, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, on Thursday, September 12, 1985,
and the meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at
7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Richard Paulson, Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson,
EXCUSED: Commissioner Max Zemer
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Lawrence Devlin, Civ. Admin. Asst. Dianna Emerson,
Inspector Leslie Hunter, Engineer Jack Cushman, Dispatcher
Ronald Jenkins , Firefighter Paul Colegrove, Jerry DelGuidice,
Carl Wilkins , Douglas DeFrain, Lisa Emerson, and numerous
friends/relatives of Carl Wilkins.
The minutes of the August 8, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office
PRESENTATIONS
Jerry DelGuidice, representing The Eyde Company, accepted a Certificate
of Appreciation for The Eyde Company. They have allowed the Lansing
Fire Department to use the gym facilities at Walter French for the
physical fitness program.
Carl Wilkins was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for the
following incident. On Saturday, August 3, 1985, at 1835 hours ,
Ambulance #41 responded to the 400 Block of South Hosmer at the train
tracks. The ambulance crew, Timothy James and Michael Jones, found a
15 year old male with a leg amputation. They feel that Mr. Wilkins
first aid efforts (applying a tourniquet) saved the boy's life.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lance Lynch thanked Vice Chairman John Lewis for chairing the
August 8, 1985, Fire Board meeting.
Chairman Lynch indicated the Board was still awaiting the appointment
of a new Fire Commissioner to replace Jeanne Barker who resigned May 1985.
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SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Page Two
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Russell Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, reported the
August expenditures totalled $954,608.09. The total unexpended balance
for the remainder of the FY86 is $6,902,190.02.
Commissioner Richard Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairman, reported on the
status of active E.M.T.s and Paramedics. He asked Chief Holliday why all
three applicants for the L.C.C. Paramedic School were not approved. The
cost factors were given as a major reason and Commissioner Paulson indicated
he wanted more details on those costs.
Commissioner John Lewis , Chairman of the Personnel Committee, gave the
following report. The following new recruits were hired on Sept. 3, 1985,*
and they are in training: Bruce F. Barrons , Todd E. Burnett, William L.
Christiansen, Peter L. Haueter, David C. Hockaday, Orval D. Huff,
Kenneth L. Sailor, Tereasa K. Ryder, Paul M. Smith, Jerome C. Tolbert,
and *Archie V. McMillan (hired Sept. 5, 1985) .
Commissioner Lewis reported on the following transfers and promotions.
Engineer Gary Powers assumed the position of Training Captain IV at
0800 hours on Thursday, September 5, 1985. Training Capt. James Florian
remained in that position until 1700 hours on Friday, Sept. 6, 1985.
Captain Florian assumed an Engineer position as of 0730 hours
on Saturday, September 7, 1985, and reported to No. 1 Fire Station on
Tuesday, September 10, 1985, at 0730 hours with an assigned Black #1 Kelly.
Prior to his transfer into the Training Division, James Florian had
accumulated 4 yr. ,4 mo. and 28 days seniority in the Engineer's Rank.
For the current Promotional Roster this translates to a phantom promotional
date of April 11 , 1981 , and places him between Engineer Roger Weber and
Engineer Gene Bateman.
Firefighter/Paramedic Ronald Jenkins transferred to the Dispatch Division
effective 0700 hours on Wednesday, September 11 , 1985, to replace
Dispatcher Michael Wilson. Mike Wilson is transferred to Training to
complete the 240-Hour Firefighting Course on September 9 (effective
officially on September 11 , 1985) .
Effective 0730 hours , September 10, 1985, Inspector Craig Rice will be
temporarily assigned to the Fire Suppression Division. This assignment
will continue until an Engineer vacancy occurs within the Suppression
Division.
Firefighter Bernard Robke has been selected to fill a vacancy in the Fire
Prevention Bureau that will occur when Craig Rice is permanently
transferred to the Suppression Division. He is to commence his assignment
at the Prevention Bureau at 0800 hours on September 30, 1985.
LANSING FIRE BOARD - OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Page Three
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Mark Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's callbacks, court cases,
and match programs that were conducted in August 1985. Inspector James
Scheidt has formulated several computer graphs regarding inspections and
fires, which Chief Holliday provided to the Board members.
Chief Holliday reviewed the Alarm Comparison Report for August 1985-84
and noted there were 90 less alarms this year compared to last year.
Chief Holliday reviewed the August 1985 Sick Leave Report and stated
that 26 people had lost time from duty sustained injuries. Several of
these incidents occurred during the physical fitness program. (Those
incidents are being monitored closely. )
Chairman Lynch stated Asst: Chief Lawrence Pung was driving one of the
new pumpers back from Roanoake, Virginia, and he should be arriving at
the No. 1 Fire Station later this evening.
Chief Holliday reported that repairs would not be made on the new
No. 9 Platform until November 1985. Four new entry suits have been sent
to the Training Division, where all personnel will be instructed on their
use. These suits will be used at hazardous material incidents.
Asst. Chief Lawrence Devlin announced that two new emergency turnarounds
have been installed on Highway 496. One is at the western City limits
and the other at the eastern City limits.
Asst. Chief Devlin will be attending a class conducted at Oldsmobile for
Risk' Management - Preventative Maintenance for Vehicles.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm asked if information was available regarding the
Baker Street Neighborhood Clean-Up Project. Chief Holliday indicated
he would provide him with a copy of .-the final report.
Fire Inspector Leslie Hunter, Chairman of the Mediation Board for Local 421 ,
asked why hours for personnel attending paramedic school at Lansing
Community College had been changed. (.Students would be required to work
either Saturday or Sunday when their Kelly was working. ) Hunter stated
this was opening up the contract. Chief Holliday indicated Lt. Jones had
recommended this change, which. was suggested by L.C.C. The Chief stated
no permanent decision had been made at this time. A discussion followed.
Engineer Jack Cushman, Mediation Board Member, stated the change in th.e
paramedic students ' working hours is a deviation from previous sch.00lso
Engineer Cushman stated the Union Mediation Board should be contacted
and participate in the decision making process. This will avert any
problems and avoid future grievances. Notices should not be placed within
the stations without consulting the Union.
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SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Pago Four
Chief Holliday indicated no final decisions had been made by the
Administration regarding paramedic students working hours .
Dispatcher Ronald Jenkins , Local #421 Ambulance Committee Member, made
an inquiry as to why only two people were being sent to paramedic school '.
when three people were interested. Firefighter Paul Colegrove gave
statistics regarding the ideal number of paramedics required for a workable
program, the number of paramedics who would drop their licenses by 1988
(approx. 56%) . A discussion followed. Chairman Lynch recommended that
the Fire Board E.M.S. Committee get together with the Union's Ambulance
Committee to discuss these sort of problems. The Department will
consider sending more than two people to the paramedic school .
At 8:10 p.m. Commissioner Rudy Wilson moved that the Fire Board proceed
into Executive Session. Supported by Commissioner John Lewis. The
motion carried unanimously,
At 8:55 p.m. Commissioner Wilson moved that the Fire Board return to
regular session. Supported by Commissioner Medrano. The motion carried
unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be held
on Thursday, October 10, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - SEPTEMBER 12, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No.. l Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, on Thursday, September 12, 1985,
and the meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at
7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Richard Paulson, Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson,
EXCUSED: Commissioner Max Zemer
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Lawrence Devlin, Civ. Admin. Asst. Dianna Emerson,
Inspector Leslie Hunter, Engineer Jack Cushman, Dispatcher
Ronald Jenkins, Firefighter Paul Colegrove, Jerry DelGuidice,
Carl Wilkins, Douglas DeFrain, Lisa Emerson, and numerous
friends/relatives of Carl Wilkins .
The minutes of the August 8, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office
PRESENTATIONS
Jerry DelGuidice, representing The Eyde Company, accepted a Certificate
, of Appreciation for The Eyde Company. They have allowed the Lansing
Fire Department to use the gym facilities at Walter French for the
physical fitness program.
Carl Wilkins was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for the
following incident. On Saturday, August 3, 1985, at 1835 hours,
Ambulance #41 responded to the 400 Block of South Hosmer at the train
tracks. The ambulance crew, Timothy James and Michael Jones, found a
15 year old male with a leg amputation. They feel that Mr. Wilkins
first aid efforts (applying a tourniquet) saved the boy's life.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lance Lynch thanked Vice Chairman John Lewis for chairing the
August 8, 1985, Fire Board meeting.
Chairman Lynch indicated the Board was still awaiting the appointment
of a new Fire Commissioner to replace Jeanne Barker who resigned May 1985.
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LANSING FIRE BOARD - OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Page Two
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Russell Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, reported the
August expenditures totalled $954,608.09. The total unexpended balance
for the remainder of the FY87 is $6,902,190.02.
Commissioner Richard Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairman, reported on the
status of active E.M.T.s and Paramedics. He asked Chief Holliday why all
three applicants for the L.C.C. Paramedic School were not approved. The
cost factors were given as a major reason and Commissioner Paulson indicated
he wanted more details on those costs.
Commissioner John Lewis , Chairman of the Personnel Committee, gave the
following report. The following new recruits were hired on Sept. 3, 1985,*
and they are in training: Bruce F. Barrons , Todd E. Burnett, William L.
Christiansen, Peter L. Haueter, David C. Hockaday, Orval D. Huff,
Kenneth L. Sailor, Tereasa K. Ryder, Paul M. Smith, Jerome C. Tolbert,
and *Archie V. McMillan (hired Sept. 5, 1985) .
Commissioner Lewis reported on the following transfers and promotions.
Engineer Gary Powers assumed the position of Training Captain IV at
0800 hours on Thursday, September 5, 1985. Training Capt. James Florian
remained in that position until 1700 hours on Friday, Sept. 6, 1985.
Capt. Florian on Sept. 7 assumed an Engineer position as of 0730 hours
on Saturday, September 7, 1985, and reported to No. 1 Fire Station on
Tuesday, September 10, 1985, at 0730 hours with an assigned Black #1 Kelly.
Prior to his transfer into the Training Division, James Florian had
accumulated 4 yr, 4 mo. and 28 days seniority in the Engineer's Rank.
For the current Promotional Roster this translates to a phantom promotional
date of April 11 , 1981 , and placeshim between Engineer Roger Weber and
Engineer Gene Bateman.
Firefighter/Paramedic Ronald Jenkins transferred to the Dispatch Division
effective 0700 hours on Wednesday, September 11 , 1985, to replace
Dispatcher Michael Wilson. Mike Wilson is transferred to Training to
complete the 240-Hour Firefighting Course on September 9 (effective
officially on September 11 , 1985) .
Effective 0370 hours , September 10, 1985, Inspector Craig Rice will be
temporarily assigned to the Fire Suppression Division. This assignment
will continue until an Engineer vacancy occurs within the Suppression
Division.
Firefighter Bernard Robke has been selected to fill a vacancy in the Fire
Prevention Bureau that will occur when Craig Rice is permanently
transferred to the Suppression Division. He is to commence his assignment*
at the Prevention Bureau at 0800 hours on September 30, 1985. *("Special "
assignment to become permanent when Craig Rice's transfer to Suppression
becomes permanent.)
LANSING FIRE BOARD - OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Page Three
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Mark Holliday reviewed Fire Prevention's callbacks, court cases,
and match programs that were conducted in August 1985. Inspector James
Scheidt has formulated several computer graphsregarding inspections and
fires, which Chief Holliday provided to the Board members.
Chief Holliday reviewed the Alarm Comparison Report for August 1985-84
and noted there were 90 less alarms this year compared to last year.
Chief Holliday reviewed the August 1985 Sick Leave Report and stated
that 26 people had lost time from duty sustained injuries. Several of
these incidents occurred during the physical fitness program. (Those
incidents are being monitored closely. )
Chairman Lynch stated Asst: Chief Lawrence Pung was driving one of the
new pumpers back from Roanoake, Virginia, and he should be arriving at
the No. 1 Fire Station later this evening.
Chief Holliday reported that repairs would not be made on the new
No. 9 Platform until November 1985. Four new entry suits have been sent
to the Training Division, where all personnel will be instructed on their
use. These suits will be used at hazardous material incidents.
Asst. Chief Lawrence Devlin announced that two new emergency turnarounds
have been installed on Highway 496, One is at the western City limits
and the other at the eastern City limits.
Asst. Chief Devlin will be attending a class conducted at Oldsmobile for
Risk Management - Preventative Maintenance for Vehicles.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm asked if information was available regarding the
Baker Street Neighborhood Clean-Up Project. Chief Holliday indicated
he would provide him with a copy of the final report.
Fire Inspector Leslie Hunter, Chairman of the Mediation Board for Local 421 ,
asked why hours for personnel attending paramedic school at Lansing
Community College had been changed. (.Students would be required to work
either Saturday or Sunday when their Kelly was working. ) Hunter stated
this was opening up the contract. Chief Holliday indicated Lt. Jones had
recommended this change, which. was suggested by L.C.C. The Chief stated
no permanent decision had been made at this time. A discussion followed.
Engineer Jack Cushman, Mediation Board Member, stated the change in the
paramedic students ' working hours is a deviation from previous schools.
Engineer Cushman stated the Union Medi'ati'on Board should be contacted
and participate in the decision making process. This will avert any
problems and avoid future grievances. Notices should not be placed within
the stations without consulting the Union.
LANSING FIRE BOARD - OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 - Page Four
Chief Holliday indicated no final decisions had been made by the
Administration regarding paramedic students working hours.
Dispatcher Ronald Jenkins , Local #421 Ambulance Committee Member, made
an inquiry as to why only two people were being sent to paramedic school .
when three people were interested. Firefighter Paul Colegrove gave
statistics regarding the ideal number of paramedics required for a workable
program, the number of paramedics who would drop their licenses by 1988
(approx. 56%) . A discussion followed. Chairman Lynch recommended that
the Fire Board E.M.S. Committee get together with the Union's Ambulance
Committee to discuss these sort of problems. The Department will
consider sending more than two people to .the paramedic school .
At 8:10 p.m. Commissioner Rudy Wilson moved that the Fire Board proceed
into Executive Session. Supported by Commissioner John Lewis. The
motion carried unanimously.
At 8:55 p.m. Commissioner Wilson moved that the Fire Board return to
regular session. Supported by Commissioner Medrano. The motion carried
unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be held
on Thursday, October 10, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - OCTOBER 10, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, on Thursday, October 10, 1985,
and the meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at
7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Richard Paulson,
Russell Sheathelm, Rudy Wilson, and Max Zemer.
EXCUSED: Commissioner Eva Medrano.
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday, Asst.
Chief Lawrence Pung, Asst. Chief Lawrence Devlin, Admin. Asst.
Dianna L. Emerson, E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator Ken Jones,
Firefighter Sam Colegrove, Deputy Chief Russell Holliday,
Firefighter Pat Goff, Engineer Larry Wahl, Lieut. Gary Thomas,
and Inspector Terry Nadeau.
The minutes of the September 12, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council, and the Mayor's Office.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Lance Lynch reminded the members present of the Firefighter
Recruit Graduation tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. , Training Academy.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Russell Sheathelm, Finance Committee Chairman, reported the
September expenditures amounted to $573,681.07. Commissioner Sheathelm
encouraged the Commissioners to read the entire monthly reports as they
contain quite a bit of information regarding the department.
Commissioner Richard Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairman, reported that
John Dyer and Brian Gaukel had completed their probationary periods as
paramedics, and they are now functioning as solo paramedics. John
Stafford and Marvin Helmker have begun paramedic training at L.C.C. ;
the program will be completed in June 1986. Commissioner Paulson
indicated he was disappointed that more people were not sent to the
school. In the future Lt. Ken Jones will be providing the Commissioners
with updated lists of active E.M.T.s and Paramedics.
Commissioner Paulson reported that Rick Houghton has been appointed to
the Tri-County E.M.S. Board, and he will represent the paramedic
viewpoint.
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John Lewis, Personnel Committee Chairman, made a motion to move into
Executive Session at 7:40 p.m. Supported by Commissioner Wilson. The
motion was approved unanimously.
Commissioner Wilson moved that the Fire Board return to Regular Session
at 7:53 p.m. Supported by Commissioner Sheathelm. The motion was
approved unanimously.
Commissioner Zemer, Buildings/Equipment Committee Chairman, indicated
the new Grumman Pumper was placed in service at No. 10 Fire Station.
The other new pumper will be located at No. 4 Station. A new air
handler for distributing cold or hot air was installed at No. 10 Station.
No. 1 Station received a new roof. The Administrative Offices received
new carpeting and a new I.B.M. PC AT microcomputer. The microcomputer
interconnects with the City's Burroughs mainframe.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday reported on statistics from the Alarm Comparison Report
from September.
Chief Holliday reported on the itinerary for the six Scandinavian visitors
who are touring the U. S. during Fire Prevention Week. The Prevention
Bureau hosted the following individuals: Deputy Chief Sune Lardner,
Fire Chief Ragnar Borg, Fire Chief Bengt Landen, Senior Fire Officer
Willy Eriksson, Deputy Fire Chief Lennart Juhlin, and Deputy Fire Chief
Ulf Erlandsson. Inspector Terry Nadeau was present to explain the
programs and various activities shown to the visitors.
The class average for the twelve members of the 240-Hour F.F. Course
was 91.862%. (There were thirty-one tests given.)
Fire Prevention had seven callbacks (four are arson related) , three
court cases, one warrant, and three match programs. Fire Inspector
Reynaldo Gonzalez was qualified as a witness to testify at a hearing
regarding one of his very first arson investigations as an Inspector.
He is to be commended for a very fine job.
The Local 421 Safety Committee has put together a report and form
regarding Toxic Material Exposure for employees to complete. Completion
of such reports will benefit the people in the future.
Assistant Chief Pung reported on the new personnel. After graduation
from the firefighter training they will all spend at least one week in
E.M.S. with Lt. Jones. Five of the graduates are Paramedics and four
are E.M.T.s; these people will be assigned soon to duty in Suppression.
Ladder #9, damaged in July 1985, will hopefully be repaired by the end
of the month. Total repairs will cost $71,170. The fly section is
being replaced, the cost includes welding, inspection fees, delivery
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fees, and miscellaneous charges. Engine #2 is in Almont for refurbishing.
Asst. Chief Devlin attended the 112th Annual International Fire Chiefs'
Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, September 14 through 19, 1985.
The theme was "A New Beginning," and the conference focused on hazardous
materials, drug and alcohol problems.
Asst. Chief Devlin attended a Value Management Analysis at B.O.C. last
week. Approximately 85 people were broken into 'crews' and given specific
problems to solve. The two crews representing the City of Lansing were
assigned the problems of either fire apparatus breakdown or snow removal.
These groups will continue to meet on a weekly basis to resolve these
problems.
Asst. Chief Devlin presented a trophy won by the Torrent Engine Company
at the 6th Annual Michigan Firemen's Festival in Roscommon (Sept. 13-15)
for the oldest fire apparatus in the parade. Commissioner Sheathelm
made a motion to applaud their performance. Supported by Commissioner
Wilson.. The motion passed unanimously.
The Human Relations Department is recommending that Fire Board meetings
be held in a location more convenient to handicapped people. They are
suggesting either the Training classroom or No. 8 Fire Station.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Sheathelm inquired about the appointment of a new Commissioner
to replace Commissioner Barker. No information has been received from
the Mayor's Office. A discussion followed.
Commissioner Paulson announced that he will be contacting members of the
E.M.T. Committee to review procedures for sending people to the paramedic
school at Lansing Community College.
COMMENTS
Chairman Lynch stated he was the Chairman for the Safe Drivers' Banquet
sponsored by the Lansing Area Safety Council, and he was wondering why
the City of Lansing never participates in the awards each year. A
discussion followed. The criteria for qualifing for the awards would
need to be obtained and also funds should be made available to pay
for the participants' dinners.
Firefighter Pat Goff reported on the Honor Guard's activities. Eight
more uniforms have been ordered, which brings a total of 20 people to be
attired in a complete uniform. The Honor Guard currently has 21 members
and 3 to 4 alternates.
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Firefighter Paul Colegrove stated that the Ambulance Committee for the
Union had received approval from L.C.C. to allow Timothy Moede to attend
their 1985/86 Paramedic School, and he indicated how hard everyone had
worked to accomplish this task. (Firefighter Moede would have been one
of three people attending L.C.C. , however, only two employees were sent.)
Firefighter Colegrove stated Firefighter Moede was discouraged by the
lack of committment from Chief Holliday to send more than two employees
to the school. Firefighter Colegrove stressed how important it is to
send more people to the school in order to maintain an effective program
in the future. A discussion followed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be
held on Thursday, November 14, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire
Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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LANS.ING FI.RE. BOARD
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - NOVEMBER .14, 1985
The Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, on Thursday, November 14, 1985,
and the meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch,
at 7:38 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis , Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Richard Paulson, Rudy Wilson, and Max Zemer
EXCUSED: Commissioner Russell Sheathelm
Also attending this meeting were: Asst. Chief Larry Devlin,
Asst. Chief Larry Pung, Admin. Asst. Dianna Emerson, Engineer
Jack Cushman, and EMS Instructor/Coordinator Ken Jones.
The minutes of the October 10, 1985, meeting were approved as written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance Committee Report - Asst. Chief Pung indicates preparation is
underway for the FY87 Budget.
Commissioner Richard Paulson, E.M.S. Committee Chairman, explained the
Paramedic/EMT Personnel Roster. The EMT course for new recruits is
being taught. E.M.S. personnel having been doing several public
relations programs : Sam Colegrove - State Employees Credit Union;
Pam Oakes - Lyons Elementary School . Sam Colegrove and Dennis Bickerstaff
were on hand at the Physicians Rally at the Civic Center.
E.M.S. Instructor/Coordinator Ken Jones discussed heart monitors and new
charging systems and other EMS monitors. Research is being done to make
available a "Smart Defibrillator" that has automatic capabilities.
Commissioner Paulson reports that a procedure is being developed to have
L. F.D. paramedics work with the L.P.D. S.T.A.R.T. Team. One paramedic
will remain with the Team during an emergency without having an ambulance
there at the scene.
The Board E.M.S. Committee has met and will set up an appointment to meet
with the Union Ambulance Committee regarding problems in sending employees
to paramedic school at Lansing Community College. Another item to discuss
will be contact with AIDS.
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Commissioner John Lewis , Personnel Committee Chairman, announced that CO
Deputy Chief Richard J. Miller has submitted his letter of retirement Ln
effective Wednesday, January 8, 1986. Inspector Dennis George has been
promoted to Inspector IV due to the transfer of Terry Nadeau to Suppression.
Dispatcher Ronald Jenkins has submitted a letter requesting that he be
returned to the Suppression Division.
COMMAND REPORTS
Asst. Chief Larry Pung reports that Platform No. 9 has returned and the
Training Division is refamiliarizing personnel with the operation of the
equipment. No. 2 Engine is still in Almont for refurbishing.
The Warehouse fire at Center/Clinton is estimated to be a $200,000 loss.
A lawsuit has been brought against Fire personnel concerning the fire
on Forest Avenue in 1983.
Asst. Chief Larry Devlin stated seven applications have been sent to
the National Fire Academy at Emmitsburg, Maryland, for hazardous material
training and arson investigation. Due to the problems in getting personnel
enrolled in the Haz. Mat. courses , letters were sent to U. S. Senator Carl
Levin and U. S. Representative Bob Carr that will hopefully stimulate some
action.
Crews from Stations No. 3 and No. 7 have been targeting home inspections
in the Mayor's priority neighborhood that involves the following location:
Shiawassee to Saginaw, Logan to Pine Streets.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Zemer indicated it was nice to see the Lansing Fire Dept.
represented at Safety Council 's Safe Drivers ' Awards Dinner.
Lt. Ken Jones reported on the EMT training and how the students were doing.
The students will be assigned to the Suppression Division on December 2, 1985.
The meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Fire Board will be
held on Thursday, December 12, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan.
Respectfully submitted,
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Dianna L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
LANSING FIRE BOARD
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS - DECEMBER 12, 1985
The .Lansing Fire Board met in regular session at the No. 1 Fire Station,
120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, on Thursday, December 12, 1985,
and the meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Lance R. Lynch, at
7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners John Lewis, Lance Lynch, Eva Medrano,
Philip Savich, Rudy Wilson, and Max Zemer
EXCUSED: Commissioners Russell Sheathelm and Richard Paulson
Also attending this meeting were: Chief Mark Holliday,
Asst. Chief Lawrence Pung, Asst. Chief Lawrence Devlin,
Admin. Asst. Dianna Emerson, Engineer Jack Cushman, and
Engineer Kevin Radigan,
The minutes of the November 14, 1985, Board meeting were approved as
written.
The communications were approved as submitted and read with copies sent
to the parties concerned, City Council , and the Mayor's Office.
INTRODUCTION
Philip T. Savich, new Fire Commissioner replacing Jeanne Barker, was
introduced to the Board members. Mr. Savich's appointment as an
At-Large Commissioner begins on December 9, 1985, and will expire in
June 1987. He is employed with the Law Office of Foster, Swift,
Collins , and Coey. Mr. Savich will be assigned to the following Fire
Board Committees: Buildings & Equipment and E.M.T.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Chairman Lance Lynch gave a Finance Committee report in the absence
of Commissioner Russell Sheathelm, The Fire Board met on Tuesday,
December 10, 1985, to review a rough draft of the Department's FY87
Budget Request. At the Board meeting of January 9, 1986, the completed
budget will be reviewed for approval by the Board members, The
preliminary hearing with Jan Lazar, Budget Director, will be held on
January 17, 1986. The hearing with Mayor Terry McKane will be held on
February 12, 19860
Chairman Lance Lynch asked each Board member to review Lt. Jones'. E.M.S.
Report in the absence of Commissioner Richard Paulson.
Commissioner John Lewis, Personnel Committee Chairman, gave the following
report. The Administrative Office has received notice of the following
retirements :
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Engineer Arthur H. Dorn - Effective Friday, December 20, 1985,
at 0730 hours. Length of service - 27 years and 10 months.
Captain Maurice J. Powers - Effective Monday, January 6, 1986,
at 0 30 hours. Length of service - 32 years.
Captain Rolland R. Case - Effective Thursday, January 9, 1986,
at 0730 hours. Length of service - 32 years and 7 months.
Fire Marshal Leonard D. Labioda - Effective Wednesday, January 15,
1986, at 0800 hours. Length of service - 35 years and 8 months.
Commissioner Lewis stated that the position of Dispatcher I will be
posted to non-sworn (civilian) employees of the City of Lansing due to
the lack of interest for the opening amongst Fire Department employees.
(Pursuant to union contract that expires June 30, 1986, page 46, Article
XXIV, Promotions, Section H. , Reclassification.)
Commissioner Lewis made a motion that due to the retirement of Engineer
Arthur Dorn effective December 20, 1985 at 0730 hours, the Fire Board
approve the transfer of Fire Inspector Craig Rice to the position of
Engineer II , and that the Fire Board approve the promotion of Firefighter I
Bernard Robke to the position of Fire Inspector II. The motion was
supported by Commissioner Max Zemer. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Lewis sends his congratulations to each employee that is
entering retirement. A lot of service years is going into retirement
and the Department will miss each and every one of these people.
A discussion followed on the hiring of a new Dispatcher I. The position
will" be a non-sworn civilian belonging to the bargaining unit. The
hiring procedures were discussed. Chairman Lynch asked Engineer Jack
Cushman how the sworn personnel felt about this situation. Engineer
Cushman stated the Division would eventually be phased out and L.F.D.
personnel are concerned about not really knowing where things are headed,
which is why no one is interested is signing for the position. The Chief
hopes to maintain control within the department. He will be reviewing
the job description, which is being drawn up from the Dispatcher II
position from 1979 by the City Personnel Department, Asst. Chief Pung
stated that in the past 4 to 5 years many people have floated in and
out of Dispatch from Suppression, which has been hectic.
COMMAND REPORTS
Chief Holliday announced that he would like to meet with the Personnel
Committee after the Board meeting. He commented on the November 1985
fire loss - $453,365, and the Fire Prevention Bureau's callbacks,
court cases, and warrants. On November 16, 1985, Firefighter Larry
Martin was injuried at a fire at 544 Beech,
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Chief Holliday spoke briefly on the procedure that is being developed
to have L.F.D. paramedics work with the L.P.D. S.T.A.R.T. Team, One
paramedic will remain with the team during an emergency without having
an ambulance at the scene. The E.M.T. Committee will be notified as
things develop,
Asst. Chief Pung reports he has been working with the Lansing Occupational
Medical Center on medical testing for entry-level firefighters. The
tentative date of return for Engine No. 2 from Almont will be the end of
January 1986,
Asst. Chief Devlin reports he is coordinating a two-day Hazardous Materials
Class in conjunction with Safety Systems from Jacksonville, Florida, for
a cost of $4,900. Funds for a basic chemistry class will be requested
prior to the Haz. Mat. course.
GENERAL ORDER
Commissioner Eva Medrano welcomed Commissioner Savich to the Lansing Fire
Board,
COMMENTS
Engineer Jack Cushman, V.P. of Local 421, asked the Fire Board members
to review the case of David Taylor's promotion denial . (Robert Manns
was promoted from Asst. Alarm Supt. IV to Alarm Supt. VI after an
arbitration award, and now David Taylor should be promoted from Lineman I
to the Level IV position, ) Engineer Cushman suggested the Board members
became aware of this problem if they do not know about it. The Union
would like to avoid another long, expensive arbitration case. Chief
Holliday stated the Administration had met with the Fire Board at the
request of the Union and the matter would be discussed again that evening
after the Board meeting. Chairman Lynch and Vice Chairman Lewis stated
they would be more involved in the future through the Personnel Committee.
Chairman Lynch indicated that Duane Vernon and himself are Co-Chairmen for
the area "Biking for' Burns"' campaign in August 1986. This will be a
statewide campaign where pledges will be: received by bicyclers and the
funds collected from this area will go to Sparrow Hospital to subsidize
their Burn Center. Tom Plasman, Vice President of Sparrow Hospital , will
be present at the January 9, 1986, Board meeting to discuss this upcoming
event.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting
of the Lansing Fire Board will be held on Thursday, January 9, 1986, at
7:30 p.m. at the No. 1 Fire Station, 120 East Shiawassee, Lansing, MI.
Respectfully submitted,
Dianna .L. Emerson,
Fire Board Secretary
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