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Home My WebLink About1992 Mechanical Board MinutesOFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD January 14, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Larson, Bill Downs, William Krejcik, Larry McDonald MEMBERS ABSENT: Marcus Metoyer STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order by Chairman Larson at 7:30 p.m. A motion was made by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Downs, to approve the minutes of November 12, 1991. Motion carried unanimously. HEARING OF DELEGATES & INDIVIDUALS: None OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Goff gave a report about the "Reznor" waste oil burners. They have been tested and listed for that use, so may be installed in our area. NEW BUSINESS: The Board reviewed the new 1991 Uniform Mechanical Code and the final draft of Chapter 1426 of the Code of Ordinances. The Board asked to have Section 710(g) of the Uniform Mechanical Code, "Roof Access" removed as it is now covered by the 1991 Uniform Mechanical Code. A motion was made by Mr. Krejcik, supported by Mr. McDonald, to support the code changes. A motion was made by Mr. Downs, supported by Mr. McDonald to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. RWG/mmr 1 ;�, s f i U1,'� Respectfully submitted, Ral W. Goff Secretary OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING February 11, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: David Larson, William Krejcik, Marcus Metoyer MEMBERS ABSENT: Larry McDonald and Bill Downs STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Larson. A motion was made by Mr. Krejcik, supported by Mr. Metoyer, to approve the minutes of the January 14, 1992, meeting. Motion carried unanimously. HEARING OF DELEGATES & INDIVIDUALS: None OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None A motion was made by Mr. Metoyer, supported by Mr. Krejcik, to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Motion carried. RWG/mmr Respectfully' /submitted, r Ral W. Goff Chief Mechanical Inspe for ti ' MEMBERS PRESENT: OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD April 14, 1992 Dave Larson, Marcus Metoyer, Larry McDonald, Bill Downs MEMBERS ABSENT: William Krejcik STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order by Chairman Larson at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of February 11, 1992 were approved on a motion by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Metoyer. No meeting was held in March due to lack of quorum. HEARING OF DELEGATES & INDIVIDUALS: None OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None On a motion by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Downs, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Ral h W. Goff Secretary ZS Z Wd 9T add Z61 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD September 8, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Larson, Larry McDonald, Marcus Metoyer, William Krejcik MEMBERS ABSENT: Bill Downs STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order by Chairman Larson at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of May 12, 1992, were read and approved on a motion by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Metoyer. Motion carried unanimously. Hearing of Delegates & Individuals: None Old Business: None New Business: New Officers for 1992-93 where elected as follows: Bill Downs - Chairman William Krejcik - Vice Chairman Mr. Goff informed the Board that the new 1991 Uniform Mechanical Code and Ordinance No. 806 were adopted and became effective August 1, 1992. A motion was made by Mr. Metoyer, supported by Mr. Larson to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, o o Ralp W. Goff Secretary c.J Cs OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD MEETING October 13, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: David Larson, Bill Downs, Larry McDonald., Marcus Metoyer, William Krejcik STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order by Chairman Downs at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of August 11, 1992, meeting were read and approved on a motion by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Metoyer. Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS: A brief discussion was held in regards to the new fee schedule for commerical work. The Members felt they needed more time to develop this list. Mr. Krejcik made a motion to have the fee schedule issue tabled for further discussion during the November meeting. Mr. Krejcik further moved that the Secretary call the members one week in advance of the up—coming meeting. Motion supported by Mr. McDonald. Motion carried unanimously. - NEW BUSINESS: There was a lengthy discussion held in regard to the new venting tables that are now part of the manufacturers installation instructions. These tables have not been accepted as part of the Uniform Mechanical Code. The National Fuel Gas Code, American National Standard Institute (A.N.S.I.), American Fuel Gas Association (A.G.A.), and the National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) have adopted the new venting tables administratively, and will become part of the National Fuel Gas Code before the end of 1992. The Board recommended that the City of Lansing, Mechanical Division start using and enforcing the new venting tables per the attached policy statement. Being no further business Mr. Metoyer made a motion, supported by Mr. McDonald, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. RWG/mmr Attachment Respectfully submitted, Ra ph W. Coff Secretary POLICY STATMENT MECHANICAL MANUFACTURER VENT TABLES On October 13, 1992, the City of. Lansing Mechanical Board unanimously voted to recommend that the City of Lansing, Building Safety Division, Mechanical Section implement use of vent tables supplied by furnace manufacturer's. These tables have been developed by the Gas Research Institute and accepted by the American Gas Association Laboratories. These tables have been well done and unless unusual circumstances arise they should be an acceptable alternative sizing method for venting gas utilizing equipment. In support of this Section 105 states: "The building official may authorize• any alternate, provided the building official finds the proposed design is satisfactory for the intended use and complies with the provisions of this code and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least equivalent to that prescribed by this code in suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety." Therefore, the City of Lansing, Building Safety Division, Mechanical Section will use the venting tables supplied by the manufacturer for use as a sizing method for vents and vent connectors. (RWG10/92) OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the MECHANICAL BOARD November 10, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Bill Downs, Larry McDonald, Bill Krejcik, Marcus Metoyer, Dave Larson STAFF PRESENT: Ralph W. Goff The meeting was called to order by Chairman Downs at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of October 13, 1992, were read and approved on a motion by Mr. McDonald, supported by Mr. Larson. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS: There was a lengthy discussion regarding a new fee schedule. It was decide that further discussion and analysis was needed along with a definition for the fee schedule. This may take considerable time. NEW BUSINESS: The legal opinion from Alvan Knot, City Attorney, was read and discussed. This opinion now allows mechanical contractors only to install replacement water heaters and does not require the services of a licensed plumber. A motion was made at 9:00 p.m. by Mr. Metoyer, supported by Mr. Larson, to adjourn the meeting. RWG/mmr Sincerely, ,/� l� R ph W. Goff Secretary