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STATE FIRE PREVENTION COMMISSION

Monthly Meeting

April 15, 2014

MEMBERS PRESENT

David J. Roberts, Chairman Alan Robinson, Jr., Vice Chairman Bob Ricker (Absent – Out of Town) Tom DiCristofaro Marvin Sharp (Absent – Medical) Ron Marvel Charles Boyer Andrew Kerber, Deputy Attorney General Patrick Matthews, M.D., BLS Medical Director Sherry Lambertson, Executive Specialist Grover P. Ingle, State Fire Marshal Robert P. Newnam, Director, State Fire School

GUESTS

Alan Post, American Legion #64 Charles Frampton, Brandywine Hundred Fire Co. Louis Amabili, Hockessin Fire Co. Mike Greico, Hockessin Fire Co. Amy Yonko, Mid Atlantic Care Yousi Fomer, Mid Atlantic Care Al Sherman, OEMS Warren Jones, DVFA Richard R. Ward, Millsboro Fire Dept. Dennis Shain, Millsboro Fire Dept. Wayne Bowden, Dagsboro Fire Co. Bruce Roger, Dagsboro Fire Co. Alden Townsend, Dagsboro Fire Co. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 2

GUESTS cont.

W. Mike McMichael, DSEMSA Anthony Spiezio, DTI

CALL TO ORDER

Chairman Roberts called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF MARCH 18, 2014 COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES

It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, and seconded by Commissioner Boyer that the minutes of the March 18, 2014 Commission meeting be approved. Motion carried. Vice Chairman Robinson did not vote due to his absence of the March meeting.

REPORT OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

Personnel Items

The posting for the vacant Deputy Fire Marshal I position in Sussex County has closed. The agency is now waiting on an eligibility list from the Office of Management and Budget.

Deputy Fire Marshal I Tate Coulbourne is currently in his second week of a Fire and Arson class at the National Fire Academy. This is a requirement of his position and he will begin working on his own April 21st with the completion of this training.

Deputy Fire Marshal III John Galaska has gone to Maine along with the Office of State Fire Marshal’s new State Farm supported K-9 named Tanya for training. Tanya is a black Labrador and anticipated to do well. K-9 Sparks has been with the agency for seven years and worked both hard and well. It is coming time for her retirement.

Deputy Fire Marshal Scott Walker is out on Medical Leave for approximately 3 weeks. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 3

Personnel Items cont.

Service Awards have been presented to Fire Protection Specialist Steven L. Callaway for 10 years of service. It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro seconded by Commissioner Boyer to send acknowledgements to the service recipients. Motion carried.

Fire Marshal Ingle reported that K-9 Sparks has been nominated by State Farm as one of the eighteen dogs involving the fire arson program. This is the State Farm Hero Dog Award.

Fire Protection Specialist I Jeff Cerri and Mike Routh have both attended a plans examiners class at MIFRI (University of Maryland). This is a college level course and they are now both certified plan examiners. They should complete their in house training within the next month.

Data System Administrator Jim Hargett submitted a letter with intent to retire as of July 1, 2014 with 15 years of state service.

NFIRS/New World CAD Program

Fire Marshal Ingle had the opportunity to participate in a NFIRS/New World CAD Program at Kent Center. It was worthwhile and expected to improve the fire department reporting system.

Chief of Fire Protection R.T. Leicht attended a NICET event in Philadelphia to keep apprised of where they are in the process. The last process they had come on board was “Special Systems”. Special hazard systems are now completed online. All of the certifications will be done online.

OSFM Inspection Programs

During the winter months the Office of State Fire Marshal has conducted apartment inspections. Common areas have been inspected in each complex. Most of the inspections were found to be in good standing. There were some issues as expected in heater and laundry rooms. These were minor issues and remedied as soon as they were addressed. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 4

Virtual Server

The office is in the process of having their incident server converted to a virtual server. The old Cintrix is being replaced by DTI. The new component is being installed on all of the laptops and computers and should be completed by the end of this week.

OSFM Website Updates

The Fire Marshal website will be updated and maintained by the Government Information Center. They will work with the agency to change the face of the website. Anticipated completion is two months.

National Arson Awareness Week

National Arson Awareness Week is May 4th – 10th. This year’s focus will be vehicle fires.

NFPA News

Fire Marshal Ingle provided the commissioner’s a copy of a NFPA News Article for review. “Nearly two-thirds of home fire deaths resulted from fires in properties without working smoke alarms”.

National Fire Protection Association report examines smoke alarm effectiveness April 7, 2014 – Three out of five home fire deaths in 2007-2011 resulted from fires in properties without working smoke alarms, according to the report “Smoke Alarms in U.S. Home Fires,” released by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The report examines the number of reported fires in U.S. households with and without working smoke alarms, as well as the effectiveness of smoke alarms in preventing fire-related deaths. “Working smoke alarms in homes are key to saving lives from fire,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy. “You may have as little as three minutes to get out before a fire becomes deadly. The early warning provided by smoke alarms gives you critical time to escape safely.” Key findings from the report include:  The death rate was twice as high in homes that did not have any working smoke alarms as it was in home fires with working smoke alarms.  More than one-third of home fire deaths resulted from fires in properties with no smoke alarms while one-quarter were caused by fires in which a smoke alarm was present but did not operate. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 5

NFPA News cont.

 In reported home fires in which smoke alarms were present but did not operate, almost half (47 percent) of the smoke alarms had missing or disconnected batteries and one-quarter (24 percent) had dead batteries.  Many homes do not have the protection required in recent editions of NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, which requires interconnected smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home. NFPA recommends:  Installing smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement.  For the best protection, interconnecting all smoke alarms so when one sounds they all sound.  Using both photoelectric and ionization smoke alarms or combination ionization and photoelectric alarms, also known as dual sensor alarms. An ionization smoke alarm is generally more responsive to flaming fires and a photoelectric smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering fires.  Replacing all smoke alarms every 10 years or sooner if they do not respond properly when tested.  Testing all smoke alarms at least once a month by using the test button.

REPORT OF THE STATE FIRE SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Director

 Student Injury – vehicle rescue, injury to hand – treated on the Drill Ground.  Status of adding new Field Instructors. Director Newnam stated that a statewide hiring freeze has created issues with hiring new field instructors into the system.  Excellent work by Office Staff on processing EMT Recertification applications o Current Delaware EMTs 1366 . NREMT 1326 of the Delaware EMTs . Total EMTs – 2012, 1336 – 2013, 1293  EPA status report: Director Newnam publically thanked Deputy Attorney General Kerber for his support and job well done in corresponding and meeting with representatives of the EPA. A Show Cause hearing was held by conference call in which Chairman Roberts was able to attend. Documentation has been provided for all three old fuel tanks 2, 3 and 5 that have been brought out of the ground showing the Delaware State Fire School was in compliance and not in violation. The EPA indicated that this documentation will be acceptable and should clear up the matter. The EPA agreed to repairs of E-1 Fuel Tanks 1 and 2 with continuance of operation. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 6

 Director Newnam stated that he was begun the process filling the position of the Training Administrator position. He will keep the commission briefed.

Staff Activities

 Fire Safety Symposium in Towson, MD for NFPA – O’Malley  Vision 20/20 and the National Fire Academy – Lowe, O’Malley  FDIC – Dempsey  IFSAC – Annual Meeting and Training – Lowe  HOSA event – Dept. of Education – 600 students state-wide – DiDonato, Baker, Carey  CFSI Dinner – Walton, Dempsey  Assisting with Haz. Mat Conference – Brennan  New Castle – Rail Transport – Brennan  Cumberland Valley Firemen’s Association - Seaford, DE – O’Malley  Attended Fire Police County meetings to present training updates – Baker  Supported the DVFA video shoot – Staff over two weekends

Programs/Courses

 Numbers listed in parentheses, i.e. (12) are attendance numbers from the previous year.

. Current Month o Hosted the 7th Delaware Haz. Mat. Conference – 175 attendees o Hazardous Materials Response Skills – 108 students (104) o Advance Vehicle Rescue – 14 students o Fire Brigade II – 13 students (28) o Fire Brigade III – 16 students (13) o Seminar NIST Study – 77 students o Ladies Auxiliary Seminar – 56 students (67) o Ind. Confined Space Rescue – 4 students (9) . Divisions Usage o New Castle Division – 15 scheduled (11) o Kent Division – 15 scheduled (11) o Sussex Division – 9 scheduled (7) . Additions – Revisions SFPC Minutes March 18, 2014 Page 7

. Current Month o Emergency Medical Responder – 19 students(16) o Industrial Emergency Medical Responder – 14 students o EMT Refresher - 8 students o CEU Programs – 13 scheduled (13) o EMT accelerated course for May/June – 20 students . July class 6 students . Additions – Revisions o LEMR (Law Enforcement Emergency Responder) developed and conducted for the State Police o LEMR Bridge developed - course being conducted for 600 Officers o EMT program developed of the new text and curriculum – Summer courses

Public Education and Injury Prevention Activity Report

. Current Month o Fire Safety Display – 7 scheduled (6) o Fire Safety Tour – 1 scheduled (1) o Fire Safety Program – 4 scheduled (6) o Risk Watch – 5 programs scheduled

Maintenance – Building and Grounds

 Rope Rescue Tower  Installed Ventilation prop at the New Castle Division

Financial

. Past Due Billings o 30 days – 11,477.00 o 60 days – 326.00 o 90 days – 412.00 o 120 days – 2,520.00 o 180 days – 100.00 . 20678 Tuition Fund – 426,260.00 . 20500 Haz Mat Tech Fund – 186,935.00 . Accounts receivable – 82,164.00 . Revenue Comparison

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Financial cont.

o Tuition – 2014 – 35,373.00, 2013 – 58,907.00 o Haz. Mat. – 2014 – (900.00) , 2013 – 1,800.00

. Special Funds Summary – Special Funds Summary report submitted for review. . Expenditure Report – Expenditure report submitted for review.

Staff and Office Staff Meeting Minutes

Director Newnam submitted meeting minutes of the Staff and Office Staff bi-monthly meetings for review.

Action Items

New Non Emergency Ambulance Company  Mid Atlantic Care, 15 Prestbury Square, Suite 5, Newark, Delaware 19713  Licensure/Permit Approval Pending Final Inspection

REPORT OF THE BLS MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Matthews addressed the Commission and submitted the following report.

1. Narcan pilot update: Up and running throughout the state. It continues to run slow through BLS with positive outcomes when used. Dr. Matthews reported that after several medical reviews it will be determined if it is to be broadcast across the state in more than just a pilot phase.

2. Influenza update. Influenza incidence continues to decrease. Providers should continue to practice awareness while transporting possible influenza patients and institute appropriate infection control and disinfection policies.

3. Continue to be aware of Delaware Health Advisory #319 – Active Tuberculosis in Delaware. There continues to be several cases of active tuberculosis (TB) in Delaware. Of these, three cases were in a highly infectious stage of the disease. TB continues to be a threat, and urges providers to consider TB when evaluating patients. Active TB is legally reportable illness in Delaware. To report a case of active TB, please contact the TB Clinic in your county. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 9

REPORT OF THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR cont.

4. The plan review of the BLS Standing Orders will take place by the Medical Directors in the next few weeks. They will meet every other week beginning May 1st as long as it takes to get through both ALS and BLS Standing Orders. The BLS Committee has met and come up with some good thoughts. Dr. Megargel has attended one of the meetings and also thought they had good thoughts.

5. The Delaware State EMS Association asked Dr. Matthews his interpretation on Patient Care Reports for some of the non-transport EMS agencies that respond to pre-hospital settings and provide care to transition patients that are transferred by a transport agency. Dr. Matthews feels that all pre-hospital care should be documented somewhere. If they are providing care, then it is vital to know the care that has been given.

6. Medical Aid Units has received some press on holding BLS units for ALS transports. Because ALS is not always be immediately available, the medical aid providers are concerned that it’s an ALS patient and will hold the BLS unit from transporting the patient. Even if the plan is meet the ALS Provider on the way to the emergency department. The Medical Directors are working with the units educating them on how the system works. It is often times in the best interest of the patient to get them moving towards the emergency department.

7. Dr. Matthews conducted a few medical reviews with no discipline. They were all handled through education remedy.

Commissioner Marvel stated that on several occasions it has been discussed about an EMT’s time on the job and how it will be added into the reporting system. He is approached about this subject on a regular basis. Has any progress been made in this area? Dr. Matthews stated that a guideline has been referred to in the past, but there has been no way to track it. He will confirm, but believes there is a way to determine if an individual is working at different facilities through DIMERS. Commissioner Marvel thanked Dr. Matthews for looking into this for the commission.

Commissioner Marvel asked if there was a timeline for implementation of the NARCAN program with all of the national discussion about it. Dr. Matthews feels like it will be soon, but has to be reviewed through the BLS Standing Orders. This is a big issue even outside of EMS because of what can potentially happen. It will be a good program when implemented safely. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 10

Commissioner Marvel stated that the abuse of the EMS system was discussed at the March meeting. The Office of Emergency Medical Service responded stating that the EMS provider could have someone arrested for abusing the 9-1-1 call systems. Commissioner Marvel stated that he does not believe that there is an EMT in the world that is going to transport someone to the hospital and then have them arrested for making a false call. The issue needs to be addressed but, it’s not felt that is the proper method. Dr. Matthew agrees that another avenue can be determined to meet the patient’s needs.

Because this has been a specific concern of the Fire Prevention Commission for years, the Executive Specialist entered the document contents for the purpose of historical record within these April 15, 2014 minutes.

“Ms. Lambertson, I attended the last Fire Commission meeting and Commissioner Marvel was seeking information on multiple 911 calls to the same address. All calls for help via 9-1-1 must be responded to without exception being found after reviewing the standing medical orders and applicable laws and regulations. The false reporting of an emergency though can be handled as stated in the below email with an excerpt from DE Code 11 chapter 1245. I hope this information is helpful to Commissioner Marvel. Could you please attach this as a reply from the inquiry from the last meeting and forward this information to Commissioner Marvel. Thank You.”

DelCode 11, Ch 1245

§ 1245 Falsely reporting an incident; class A misdemeanor. A person is guilty of falsely reporting an incident when, knowing the information reported, conveyed or circulated is false or baseless, the person: Initiates or circulates a false report or warning of or impending occurrence of a fire, explosion, crime, catastrophe or emergency under circumstances in which it is likely that public alarm or inconvenience will result or that fire-fighting apparatus, ambulance (1) or a rescue vehicle might be summoned; or Reports, by word or action, to any official or quasi-official agency or organization having the function of dealing with emergencies involving danger to life or property, an alleged occurrence or impending occurrence of a fire, explosion or other catastrophe or (2) emergency which did not in fact occur or does not in fact exist; or Reports to a law-enforcement (3) officer or agency:

The alleged occurrence of an offense or incident which did not in fact occur; or An allegedly impending b. occurrence of an offense or incident which is not in fact about to occur; or False information relating to an actual offense or incident or to the alleged implication of some person c. therein; or The alleged abduction of a child which would generate the activation of a state-wide and interstate alert response and law enforcement broadcast when such abduction has not, in fact, d. occurred. Without just cause, calls or summons by telephone, fire alarm system or otherwise, any fire-fighting (4) apparatus, ambulance or rescue truck. Falsely reporting an incident is a class A misdemeanor, unless the defendant has violated this section previously, in which case it shall be a class G felony. In addition to the penalties otherwise authorized by law, any person convicted of an offense in violation of this section shall pay a fine of not less than $500, or less than $1,000 for a violation of paragraph (3)d. of this section, which fine cannot be suspended and be sentenced to perform a minimum of 100 hours of community service, and shall be required to reimburse the State, or other responding or other investigating governmental agency, for any expenses expended in the investigation and/or response to the incident falsely reported.

REPORT OF DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

Deputy Attorney General states that Case #1202 has been resolved and closed.

Deputy Attorney General Kerber stated that he had follow-up on the Millsboro/Dagsboro Boundary decision. At the Commission’s meeting on March 18, DAG Kerber made a recommendation to the Commission to reopen the hearing to allow input from Sussex County EOC in order to provide accurate mapping of the green line shown on Millsboro Exhibit 1A from the January 21 hearing that was approved as the boundary by the Commission at the conclusion on the hearing on January 21. Re-opening the hearing was not intended to allow either party to present additional evidence or argument. If either company has an objection to the decision of the Commission, the company will be able to file an appeal in Superior Court. In the interim between this meeting and the Commission’s March meeting, DAG Kerber was able to work with Chairman Roberts

REPORT OF DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL cont. and the Sussex County EOC Director and mapping division to come up with an accurate depiction of the boundary line on a map provided by Sussex County. DAG Kerber presented large format copies of the map to the Commission for review together with a Millsboro Exhibit 1A from the January 21 hearing. DAG Kerber advised that he had prepared a written order referencing the line as mapped for approval by the Commission. In view of the fact that the issue of accurate mapping of the Commission approved boundary line had been resolved, DAG Kerber recommended that the Commission consider adopting a motion that the hearing not be reopened, but rather consider the drafted written order which will approve the boundary line as indicated on the map presented to the Commissioners. DAG Kerber also recommended that in accordance with Regulation 709, Section 4.5.1, the Commission consider in the motion as being in the interest of public safety and good of the fire service to waive any variance in the procedures in this case from those set forth in Regulation 709, Section 4.0: including the typical requirement that the order be written within 30 days of the hearing that could not be met in this case because of the concerns with the accurate mapping of the boundary line as approved by the Commission.

Commissioner Marvel stated that he does not agree with the mapping as it stands. Commissioner Marvel has been told by Mark Daio of Sussex County mapping in email that they cannot GIS the green line as written. Commissioner Marvel cannot understand how the line has now been drawn. Deputy Attorney General Kerber and Chairman Roberts explained in great detail how the lines were drawn and agreed upon. Deputy Attorney General Kerber spoke with Mr. Daio by phone and Mr. Daio explained how he could draw a single line for dispatch and that is exactly what transpired. The green line was accurately drawn with Sussex EOC taking into consideration the boundaries of parcel newly annexed by the Town of Millsboro and otherwise following the metes and bounds of the Town of Dagsboro boundary description filed with the Commission in 1983. The line as mapped in the exhibit to the written order being submitted to the Commission for signature is as approved by the Commission at the January 21 hearing.

It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, seconded by Vice Chairman Robinson to acknowledge, in view of the developments since the March meeting there is no need to reopen the hearing and under Regulation 709, Section 4.5.1, the Commission waives any variance of the procedures set forth in Regulation 709, Section 4.0 in the interest of public safety and good of the fire service. This motion will include the acceptance and approval of the written hearing Order which will authorize the map presented to the Commission. SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 13

REPORT OF DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL cont.

Motion carried by a roll call vote. 4 – Yes 1 - No

Commissioner DiCristofaro - Yes Commissioner Marvel - No Commissioner Boyer - Yes Vice Chairman Robinson - Yes Chairman Roberts - Yes

************************************************************************ Partial contents of the signed order are being recorded for the purpose of historical record within these April 15, 2014 minutes.

Summary of the Evidence

1) The Dagsboro Volunteer Fire Company (“Dagsboro VFC”) submitted a

boundary description to the Commission in the document titled

“BOUNDARIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE DAGSBORO

VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY DISTRICT” that was received by the

Commission on May 3, 1983 (the “1983 Dagsboro VFC Boundary”).

2) The Millsboro Fire Company (“Millsboro FC”) submitted a boundary

description to the Commission in the document titled “BOUNDARIES AND

DESCRIPTION OF THE MILLSBORO FIRE CO. DISTRICT” that also was

received by the Commission on May 3, 1983 (the “1983 Millsboro FC Boundary”). SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 14

3) In 2007, the Commission apparently created a new boundary map that split the

disputed area, but both fire companies are uncertain how the 2007 map was created

(the “2007 Boundary Map”).

4) The disputed area claimed by both fire companies includes the currently closed

Vlasic Pickle Plant and the disputed area has been served at different times by both

fire companies. The Dagsboro VFC run logs shows numerous responses in the

disputed area until year 2013, when Dagsboro VFC was advised by the call board

that the 2007 Boundary Map had given some of the disputed area to Millsboro FC.

The Millsboro FC run logs shows numerous responses in the disputed area between

years 1957 and 1979, but Millsboro FC has not responded south of the line in the

2007 Boundary Map since 1980.

5) Both fire companies have maintained fire equipment at the Vlasic Pickle Plant

and prior to 2007, Dagsboro VFC would respond to alarms at the plant.

6) The Town of Millsboro has annexed some of the land in the disputed area and

land in the disputed area, including the former Vlasic Pickle Plant, has been

identified for possible annexation in the future. Millsboro VFC is designated SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 15

pursuant to the Millsboro Town Charter to provide fire service to the Town of

Millsboro.

Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law

7) The Commission finds that the 1983 Dagsboro Boundary and the 1983

Millsboro Boundary were submitted to the Commission on the same day and

neither take precedence.

8) The Commission finds that in accordance with the Delaware Supreme Court’s

decisions in State of Delaware Fire Prevention Commission v. City of Wilmington

Fire Department, 765 A. 2d 953 (Del. 2000) and Cheswold Fire Company v. City

of Dover, 922 A. 2d 414 (Del. 2007), all land within the borders of the Town of

Millsboro must be within the boundary of Millsboro VFC. Accordingly, all of the

disputed area that has been annexed by the Town of Millsboro must be within the

boundary of Millsboro VFC. However, land that has been identified for future

annexation by the Town of Millsboro is not impacted by the Supreme Court’s

decisions until such time as the annexation is effective. 9) Both fire companies have responded to calls from the disputed area, with

Millsboro FC having responded more in past years from 1957 to 1979 and

Dagsboro VFC responding more in recent years. Both fire companies appear

capable to handle calls from the disputed area.

The Commission has determined that the disputed boundary between the Dagsboro VFC and the Millsboro FC is resolved by recognizing the boundary described in the 1983 Dagsboro VFC Boundary, including the former Vlasic Pickle Plant; except that any area within the 1983 Dagsboro VFC Boundary that has been annexed by the Town of Millsboro shall be included in the boundary of the Millsboro FC. Legal counsel for the Dagsboro VFC and legal counsel for the Millsboro FC are to work with the Commission’s legal counsel to provide a legal description of the border between the two companies, with such description to be completed within 30 days of this order.

REGULAR SESSION

ACTION ITEM

Mid Atlantic Care – Pending Licensure/Permit Approval

The Commission recognized that Mid Atlantic Care was present and all of the required documents have been received. An ambulance and office inspection are scheduled for April 23, 2014. It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, seconded by Commissioner Marvel to approve Mid Atlantic Care as a valid ambulance operation in Delaware. This will become official upon a successful inspection. Motion carried.

Quarterly Scratch Report

Chairman Roberts suggested that a couple of commissioners volunteer to form a committee that will review the quarterly scratch reports submitted to our agency. Commissioner DiCristofaro and Commissioner Boyer will begin working on this committee.

Quarterly Scratch Report cont.

The Commission recessed from regular session for the purpose of discussing pending or potential litigation and personnel advisement in Executive Session. It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, seconded by Commissioner Boyer to enter into Executive Session at 10:00 a.m. Motion carried.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, seconded by Commissioner Boyer to exit Executive Session at 10:27 a.m. Motion carried.

REGULAR SESSION

ACTION ITEM

Investigator II Recommendation

It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, seconded by Commissioner Boyer to accept the recommendation of the interview committee for hiring of the vacant Investigator II position. Motion carried. Vice Chairman Robinson to not vote because he knows several of the candidates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

No report at this time.

NEW BUSINESS

Case #1203

Commissioner DiCristofaro reported that he has received the February and March monthly reports from the EMT he is following under probation. The reports have been included in his file.

CORRESPONDENCE No report at this time.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

No report at this time.

REPORT OF THE COMMISSIONERS

Chairman David J. Roberts

Chairman Roberts reported that he attended the Monthly Fire Prevention Commission Meeting, Kent County Firefighters Association Meeting, Sussex County Firefighter Association Meeting, Minquadale Fire Company Meeting, New Castle County Firefighter Chiefs Meeting and New Castle County Firefighters Association Meeting.

Vice Chairman Alan F. Robinson, Jr.

Vice Chairman Robinson reported that he attended the Monthly Fire Prevention Commission Meeting, Citizens Hose Fire Company Meeting, DVFA Meeting, and Citizens Hose Fire Company Board of Directors’ Meeting.

Commissioner Ron Marvel

Commissioner Marvel reported that he attended the Monthly Fire Prevention Commission Meeting, Kent County Meeting, Sussex Fire Chiefs Meeting, Sussex County Meeting, State Chiefs Meeting, New Castle County Meeting and Chiefs, Legislative Hall, and FDIC Conference.

Commissioner Charles Boyer

Commissioner Boyer reported that he attended the Monthly Fire Prevention Commission Meeting and Kent County Firefighters Association Meeting.

DATE OF NEXT MEETING

May 20, 2014 Commission Chamber Delaware Fire Service Center 1463 Chestnut Grove Road Dover, DE 19904 SFPC Minutes April 15, 2014 Page 19

ADJOURNMENT

It was moved by Commissioner DiCristofaro, and seconded by Commissioner Boyer that the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 10:31 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sherry R. Lambertson

Sherry R. Lambertson Executive Specialist