Town of Goshen - Board of Fire Commissioners

Town Of Goshen - Board of Fire Commissioners Special Meeting - Goshen Fire House June 2, 2016, 7:00PM

Present: Martin Connor (Chairman), William P. Lane (Commissioner), Donald M. Sage (Commissioner), Tony F. Damiani (Alternate) Excused Absence: Bill Baldwin (Fire Marshal) Others: William Gelormino (President), Barry Hall (Fire Chief), Peter Bernard (Captain), Stan Detwiler (Member), Chad Hall (Member), Chris Mitchell(Member).

Call Meeting to Order: Martin Connor called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM.

Reading of the Minutes: The Commissioners read the minutes from the May 4, 2016 Board of Fire Commissioners Regular Meeting. IN A MOTION made by Tony Damiani, seconded by Marty Connor, it was VOTED to approve the May 4, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes as submitted. Bill Lane and Don Sage abstained. Motion carries.

Fire Chief’s Report: Monthly Call Report: Total 27 EMS 21 Motor Vehicle 2 Automatic Alarm 2 Brush Fire 2

Barry reported that Engine 2 has all new tires and needed some emergency repairs. First Selectman Bob Valentine, was notified of the needed repairs and they were approved. The pump test that was performed indicated an issue. Upon investigation, it was found that there were pieces of LDH liner in the pump. Engine 2 is now repaired and in service for use. Barry informed the Commission, with a heavy heart, that long time active member Fred Dreger has passed away. Fred was an asset to the department, a mentor to many members and the longest active member in the department. His presence at the Firehouse will be missed. Barry spoke with the insurance company in regards to the liability and equipment coverage for the Company. The insurance company told him that a good coverage amount was $2,000,000 but most companies are now covering for $10,000,000, which is what Goshen is covered for. He also added to the policy the new UTV that the Company chose to purchase at their last meeting. They should take delivery of that UTV in the next week or two. Barry asked Stan to report on the information he found on the purchase of new AED's for the Company. Stan talked to three companies and found the best price from ZOLE. This is the company that Campion currently uses. It is the least expensive, carries a lighter unit and offers training for the Company. The clerk will bring the three bids to the First Selectman for a purchase order approval. The Commission and Company suggest that the Town purchase the same units from the same company to replace the units at the Town Hall and Camp Coch. IN A MOTION MADE by Bill Lane and seconded by Don Sage IT WAS VOTED,to purchase from ZOLE, 7 AED units, with batteries, out of the capital budget, for the amount of $9,845.37, and requests approval from the Board of Selectmen. Motion carries. Board of Fire Commissioners June 3, 2016

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Barry continued with his report. The parking lot was paved with the last layer being applied on Wednesday. The paving company suggests 3-4 days without driving or parking on the pavement for proper curing. The Commissioners walked around to see the job and talked about having the building power washed. Barry will get prices for this. Barry noted that the Fire Company is planning to purchase a sign to be put in the front lawn area of the building. The Company will decide what the sign will read and what symbols will be on it. Member Joe Pedone brought the specifications for the sign to the Planning and Zoning official for approval. Member Dave Celedon will find out the proper placement so that it is not on State property. The sign will be free standing and will have internal lighting during business hours. Barry and Captain Pete Bernard attend regular incident management team meetings with Jim O'Leary, who heads the meetings, and other members of the Company. These meetings are intended to prepare the town and Company for major disasters and mass injury incidents by having a plan in place. This plan will include procedures on when to call in outside resources and which ones to call on.

Correspondence: None

Fire Marshal Report: Due to the Fire Marshal's medical leave of absence, no report was submitted.

Bills/Vouchers: The BOFC members reviewed and signed all vouchers. The clerk will deliver to the Fiscal Office. IN A MOTION made by Don Sage, and seconded by Bill Lane, it was VOTED to accept and pay all signed bills and vouchers. Motion carries.

OLD BUSINESS: A. Ambulance bid package. Chad and Stan reviewed the bid package again and streamlined it as much as they felt necessary. The First Selectman would like to meet with Barry and Marty to go over the package again. B. EMS plan. Bill Lane talked with Bob Valentine about the plan that is a State required document. The State was contacted and it seems that the guideline provided is written for larger cities and towns. Bill will work to create a plan that is more conducive to the needs of the town, in relationship to its size, for submitting to the State.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00pm in a motion by Bill Lane and seconded by Don Sage

Respectfully Submitted,

Erin Hurlburt Commission Clerk

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