HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BFC-1988BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
JANUARY 12, 1988
MINUTES
1. Chairperson Schmid called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
2. Two new Fire Commissioners (representing the Town of Ithaca)
were introduced: Gloria Howell and Robert Earl.
3. Commissioners Cornelius and Earl reviewed the audit. Hearing
no objections, the audit was approved in the amount of
$3,588.99.
After a discussion of the audit review procedure, it was
decided that awitem-by-item review was no longer necessary.
The Commissioners will be given a list of vendors and the
amounts due - if there is a question, vouchers and purchase
orders will be available to answer the question.
4. Ralph Nash, City Attorney, was on hand to answer questions and
concerns the Commissioners have regarding "2% monies". The
following is a summary of their discussion:
- Funding of an audit of accounts that the Commissioners are
responsible for can be paid for with funds from that account.
This would be considered a "reasonable expenditure".
- A description of the manner in which this account is to
be administered was reviewed: 50% of the fund is used for
Volunteer Firemen's Relief (to help the sick, indigent or
needy volunteer). 50% of the fund is divided among the
volunteer companies. A $90,000 balance must always be main-
tained in the account.
- Commissioners cannot distinguish between "active" or
"inactive" volunteer companies or volunteers in determining
distribution of these funds. All funds must be divided
equally. Fire Commissioners have the responsibility for
defining the makeup of a volunteer company,,
- The Commissioners are concerned with accountability of
these funds from the various volunteer companies and the manner
in which the Board administers the fund. It was agreed that to
ask the volunteer companies for an accounting of these funds
was not unreasonable and an audit of the entire account
was in order.
- Commissioners Schmid and Cornelius will put together a
list of information that they would like an auditor to
work on, and solicit quotes from 2 or 3 CPA firms.
- A request from Jack Ward regarding reimbursement of fees
(in connnection with a law suit relative to 21 funds) was
referred to the City Attorney for his reveiw and recommenda-
tion.
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
JANUARY 12, 1988
PAGE 2
- In answer to questions regarding
the
disposition of the
law suit, and the
wording
of the City
Charter as it relates to
distribution of 2%
funds,
Common Council
is the only group
that can effect a
change in
the City Charter.
an alternate
- Mr. Nash advised the Commissioners that, in his opinion, it
was not necessary for the Firefighter's Union to reimburse the
two payments they received during the lawsuit.
- At present, the City Chamberlain is delegated the respon-
sibility of investing the funds in this account. The Commis-
sioners will ask her for a report of where the funds are
invested and at what percentage rate.,
5. Monthly Reports: The Fire Chief presented the monthly reports.
Hearing no objections, the reports were accepted.
6. A motion was made to approve an amendment to Rules and Regula-
tions relative to a past practice with the bargaining unit and
"mutuals". After a discussion, the vote was as follows:
y-es, Commissioners Moravec, Howell and Cornelius
Commissioners Earl and Schmid.
The motion carried.
(A copy of the Amendment is in the Minute Book)
7. Commissioner Schmid made a motion to approve P.K. Reeves as a
new member of Co. 03 (physical is complete). Mr. Earl seconded
the motion. Carried unanimously.
S. Commissioner Earl made a motion to accept, with thanks, a $100
donation to the Department from Abbott Associates.
Mr. Cornelius seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
A letter of thanks will be sent from the Department.
9. A payment of $24.25 to the Shortstop for food for training
was approved.
10. A request
from the School District
to hold
School
elections in
Central
Fire Station in May
was approved;
however
with a note
to the School
District that
they may want
to find
an alternate
site for
this election only
due to renovations
taking
place in
the station
about the same time.
11. At 9:10 P.M. the Commissioners went into executive session to
discuss a personnel matter and to hear requests from needy
members.
12. At 9:25 P.M. the Commissioners resumed open session. �
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January 12, 1988
Page 3
Commissioner Earl moved approval of the Chief's recommendation
to suspend a volunteer/bunker member of the Ithaca Fire Dept,
pending the outcome of a police matter. Seconded by Mr.
Schmid. Carried unanimously.
The following requests were approved:
$265.54 for a needy member of Co. 41;
$346.00 for a needy member of Co. #7:
$429.39 for a needy member of Co. W.
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
�'y, '�._' . `
Karl F. Schmid, Chairperson
Board of Fire Commissioners
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONER''_';
MlNUTES
FEBRUARY 9, 1988
1. Chairman Schmid called the meeting to order at 1930 hours.
2. Mr. Cornelius made a motion to approve the audit in the
amount of $15,486.47. Mr. Earle seconded the motion.
Carried unanimousl^.
3. Volunteers Sante Bassanelli and David Miller were awarded
Fire Training Certificates for completion of the Fire Police
Course.
4. Commissioners reviewed the Firemen's Relief Fund Annual Report
prepared by Debra Parsons, City Chamberlain.
5. 2% funds - discussion
a.> Because of the uncertainty brought about by the court
action, current funds are being invested in short term
C.D.'s. The Chamberlain must comply with State rules for
investing funds. Commissioners may make suggestions for
investments.
b.> Commissioner Schmid presented a draft request for proposal
for mailing to auditors for Board approval. After some
revisions, it will be sent to 3 or 4 CPA firms for their-
response. It has been determined that the fund may pay
for audit expenses.
c.> The Board discussed a request from Jack Ward for-
reimbursement of legal fees associated with the recent
court matter of distribution of 2% funds. The Board
agreed with the City Attorney`s advice that he should re-
quest a decision from the court in this matter.
Individual fire companies may approach the Board to
request reimbursement of the legal expenses if they so
desire.
6. Mr. Earle made a motion to approve the following membership
changes:
Co. #7: Drop Patsy Cannavino, Jr. (non-payment of dues)
Co. #7: Joseph Edsall: Resignation
Co. #3: Add Olivia Topchy
Co. #4: Add Joseph Edsall (transfer from Co. #7)
Mr. Cornelius seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
7. Authorization to purchase food/soda for an emergency situation
on February 3 and 4 at 401-407 N. Albany St. was approved:
Shortstop: $19.8l.
Minutes
February 9, 1988
Page 2
8. The following reports were presented by the Chief and accepted
by the Board as presenteD
- January 1988 Alarm Responses;
- Fire Prevention Bureau Report;
- Training Bureau Report;
- Volunteer Rasponse Repo/t.
9. Fire Chief's Communication/Information:
- As a result of a communication from Company #2 about lack of
attendance at meetings, a lengthy discussion followed reqardinq the
difficulty of recruiting and maintaining volunteers. The following
items were discussed:
Commissioners are concerned that all volunteer companies share
equally in the distribution of 2% funds, regardless of the com-
pany`s activity;
The audit of 2% funds may assist in making decisions regarding
the need to determine a company's activity level and their
eligibility to receive funds;
Companies could be asked to submit yearly budgets for their
use of "City" money.
There is a need to have a plan to attract volunteers - to
develop a program to coincide with the renovations and construction
of the new stations. Since it appears the City and Town of lthaca
are both reluctant to fund new positions, the volunteer program is
very important - needs to be increased and strengthened.
The Board decided to meet with volunteers at the regularly
scheduled Company Captains meeting on February 16 at 7:00 P'M' to
discuss volunteer recruitment'
Lyle Neigh will provide information on a very successful
volunteer program that was developed in Maturing, Ohio. It was
also suggested that Lyle may take a couple of extra days when he is
attending the Arson conference in Ohio this summer and meet with
some of the people involved in the program.
- The Chief read a letter from a resident complaining about
junk cars at No. 6 fire station that were used for training
sessions. This is an example of the problem we face without an
appropriate training center.
Minutes
February 9, 1988
Page 3
- A newspaper ad from Honda of Ithaca, complimenting the Fire
Department during their recent fire, was noted.
- A letter of thanks for a job well done was received from
Margaret Shisler.
- A letter of thanks from Trumansburg was received for our
assistance at their recent aparto.ent building fire.
- The Chief reported that, with Common Council approval, the
City will be applying for a $3,000 Haz Mat grant from the State
D.O.T. relative to SARA Title III regulations requiring
organizations' training, preparation and response.
10. Light Rescue Specs - the Chief would like the Board to review
the specs and make comments and/or suggestions by February 23. The
Board will need to approve the final specs at their meeting in
March.
11. Chief Olmstead reviewed and updated his report of April 1987
relative to manning levels that included projections through 1989.
As the 1988 budget does not reflect these levels (cuts made by
Common Council) he would like the Board to review the requests
again and receive a vote at the March meeting in support of his
previous request. He would like to approach the B & A Committee
again to reinstate the staffing request.
12. The Fire Station Committee wil] hear the architect's final
report at a meeting to be held on March 8 at 4:00 P.M. at Central
Fire Station. Construction should begin in May.
13. Commissioner Cornelius reported that he feels with the large
number of boats that are filling our local marinas, it may be time
to starting thinking about the acquisition of a boat with fire-
fighting capabilities. It was suggested that this may be a capital
budget project that could be taken as a subject by a Cornell
student. Another subject that was suggested in this manner would
be the actual costs of volunteer firefighters compared with actual
costs of paid firefighters.
J4. At 2140 hours Mrs. Howell moved that the Board go into
Executive Session to discuss requests from needy members. Seconded
by Mr. Cornelius. Carried unanimously.
The Board resumed open session at 2150 hours.
The following resolution was passed: "That the City Chamberlain be
authorized and instructed to pay from the Active Firemen's Relief
Fund the following bills:
$ 6.22 for a needy member of Co. #1;
$ 1,077.08 for a needy member of Co. #7;
$ 38.00 for a needy member of Co. 49."
Minutes
February 9, 1988
Page 4
At 2155 Mrs. Howell moved that the meeting be adjourned. Seconded
by Mr. Cornelius. Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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Karl F. Schmid, Chairman
Board of Fire Commissioners
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
MARCH 8, 1988
MINUTES
1. In the absence of Chairman Schmid, Commissioner Cornelius
called the meeting to order at 1933 hours.
2. Mr. Earle made a motion to approve the audit in the amount of
$10,796.00. Mr. Moravec seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
3. The Chief read a letter from Mayor Gutenberger asking that a
Fire Commissioner be appointed to the City of Ithaca Board of Fire
Appeals. This is a Mayoral appointment. Commissioner Earle
volunteered his services; however since he represents the Town of
Ithaca on this Board, the City Attorney will be contacted regarding
the legality of his serving on the City Board of Fire Appeals.
5. Membership Changes: Mrs. Howell made a motion to approve the
following membership changes:
Company #6
- Add James Mayer (pending physical on 3/15);
- Drop (resignation) Richard Marshall;
- Drop (non-resident) Stuart Carpenter;
- Drop (non-resident) Douglas Brady;
- Drop (non-resident) Calvin Inman;
- Drop Robert Delong, Jr.(non-payment of dues);
- Deaths: Vincent Delaurentiis 10/3/87;
Kenneth Fauls 2/28/88
Company #3
- Add Martin Tomasz
6. Mr. Earle made a motion to approve the following purchases:
Emergency situation 2/29/88: 512 W. Seneca St.:
- Wegman's (reimburse A shift for coffee) $3.56 (reimburse
Chief Olmstead)
- Italian Carry-out $24.19
- Shortstop $10.86
Emergency situation 3/4/88 & 3/7/88: 170 Bundy Rd.:
- Italian Carry-out $15.52
- Shortstop $9.16
- McDonald's $18.62
- Mr. Donut $13.45 (reimburse Chief Olmstead)
Training: 2/17/88 (soda)
- Shortstop $13.32
Mrs. Howell seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
7. Request from Company #6: Reimbursement of legal fees to
John Ward: The Board declined to take action pending consul-
tation with legal counsel and the outcome of the audit.
Request from
from Company #7: $400.00
Company #3: Reimbursement of $394.00
for lost
pager at
512
W. Seneca
St.
fire. Mr. Moravec made
a motion to
reimburse
Company
#3 in
the
amount of $394.00 which
is the
replacement
cost for a
lost
pager during the fire at
512
W. Seneca
St.
Seconded
by
Mr. Earle. Carried unanimously.
Request
from Company #7: $400.00
for their representative to
attend
the C.N.Y.
Firemen's
Convention in Liverpool, NY. This
request
reflects
an increase
of $100.00 over previous year's
grants
from the Board
of Fire
Commissioners.
After discussion, Mrs. Howell made a motion to approve $300.00
for Company #7`s representative to attend the C.N.Y. Firemen's
Convention in Liverpool and that if expenses should be more -
the representative may provide justification for expenses up
to $400.00. This justification will be in the form of an
expense account listing and/or receipts. This justfication
procedure will be a new policy of the Board of Fire Commission-
ers and will be used for all requests for travel/conventions
that are paid out of the donation fund account. Guidelines
detailing the new policy will be distributed to all companies
and the Firefighter's Union. Mr. Earle seconded the motion.
Carried unanimously.
8. After discussion, Mr. Earle made a motion to endorse the Fire
Chief`s original request for increased manning levels (made in
May 1987 to be included in the 1988 budget - subsequently
turned down by the B & A committee of Common Council), less
what hiring has been done since that time, and that this re-
quest be forwarded to the B & A Committee of Common Council
for their consideration. A copy of this request will also be
forwarded to the Town of Ithaca. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
9. Monthly Reports: Chief Olmstead presented the following re-
ports:
- Response statistics 01/01/88 - 02/29/88;
- Fire Prevention Bureau - February 1988 activities;
- Training Bureau - January 1988 Activity Report.
10. County Firemen's Association; Firefighter of the Year Award.
The Association is looking for nominations for this award. The
Chief read the list of requirements. Nominations can be made
by anyone and should be submitted before the next BFC meeting
on April 12.
A copy of the requirements will be distributed to all the
volunteer companies, Board, and Firefighter's Union for their
information.
The Chief announced that the annual Fire Department Recognition
Banquet will be held on May 7.
Criteria for the Board of Fire Commissioner's award will be
distributed to the Board members for their review.
11. Mr. Earle made a motion to approve the specifications for the
light rescue vehicle as modified and presented by the Chief.
Seconded by Mr. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
12. After discussion of replacement need and timing, the Board
directed the Fire Chief to prepare specifications for replace-
ment of two engines. The Board will review the specifications
and make specific recommendations at a future meeting.
13. Mrs. Howell made a motion to approve a transfer of $2,000 from
the Donation Fund Savings account to the Donation Fund
Checking account. Seconded by Mr. Moravec. Carried unan-
imously.
14. Due to the renovations that will take place a Central Fire
Station, beginning sometime in early Summer, Mr. Moravec
made a motion to approve relocating the Board of Fire Com-
missioners' meetings to another location beginning in July.
Seconded by Mrs. Howell. Carried unanimously.
The Town of Ithaca Offices will be contacted to determine if
they have space available for these meetings.
Mr. Earle made a motion to approve a change in starting time
for the Board of Fire Commissioner's meetings: from 7:30 P.M.
to 7:00 P.M. starting time. Seconded by Mr. Moravec. Carried
unanimously.
15. At 2132 Mr. Earle made a motion to move into Executive Session
to discuss a volunteer/personnel matter. Seconded by
Mr. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
The Board resumed open session at 2202. Mr. Earle made a
motion to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Mr. Moravec.
Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
rC17
David Cornelius
Commissioner
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
APRIL 12, 1988
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Schmid, Cornelius, Moravec, and Earle; -
Chief Olmstead; Vo]unteer Company Captains; members Af
the press.
ABSENT: Commissioner Howell.
1. Commissioner Schmid called the meeting to order at 1903 hrs.
2. No one in attendance wished to speak to the Board.
3. Comm. Earle made a motion to approve the audit in the amount of
$33,016.57. Seconded by Comm. Cornelius. Carried
unanimously.
4. Comm. Moravec made a motion to approve the minutes of the March
meeting as written. Seconded by Comm. Cornelius. Carried
unanimously.
5. Chairman Schmid presented a Commissioner`s badge to
Commissioner Earle.
6. Resolution:
County Dispatch - no action
taken.
6's request for $300.00
7. Since Commissioner
Earle is not a resident
of
the City of
Ithaca, he
is deemed ineligible to
serve on
the Board of Fire
Appeals (City
Attorney Nash's memo).
Therefore,
Commissioner
Cornelius
volunteered to represent
the Board
of Fire
Commissioners
on the City of Ithaca
Board of
Fire Appeals.,
8. Comm. Earle made a motion to approve the following membership
changes:
Co. #5 - add Leroy Reed
Co. #4 - add Ronald Shipe,
Comm. Earle seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
The Board commended Co. #4's efforts to increase their
membership.
9. Financial Matters:
- Co. #2's request for reimbursement of legal fees was tabled
pending the outcome of the audit;
- Comm.
Cornelius made a
motion to approve Co. 2`s and Co.
6's request for $300.00
each for their
representative to
attend the CNY Firemen's
Association
1988 Annual Convention;
and that
expenses up to
$400.00 per
company will be conside/ed
if proof
(justzfication)
of expenses
is submitted to the
Board.
Seconded by Comm.
Moravec.
Carried unanimously'
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Minutes
April 12, 1988
Page 2
- Comm. Moravec made a motion to approve a request to
reimburse volunteer Ernest Jackson the sum of $125.00 that he
spent to repair a damaged scanner (purchased through Volunteer
Incentives). Seconded by Comm. Earle. Carried unan�mousl�.
- Comm. Earle made a motion to authorize an expense of 05.00
to the Shortstop for the balance of a previous payment (error
made by the Secretary). Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried
unanimously.
10. Comm. Earle made a motion to authorize an expense of $20.00 to
place a 1/4 page ad in the CNY Firemen's Assoc. 1988 Annual
Proceedings Book (as has been done in the past>. Seconded by
Comm. Cornelius. Carried onanimn"sly.
11. Chief Olmstead presented the monthly reports of Response
Statistics to date and volunteer responses for the month of
January (current update will be p.'nvided at the '.ei+ meeti./g>;
Training Reports and Fire Prevention Reports will be presented
quarterly. The Chief reported that there was a significant
decrease in false alarms - 6%; but a major increase of EMS
alarms. Hearing no objections, the reports were accepted.
12. Recognition Awards nominations - referrsd to Executive
Session.
13. Comm. Cornelius made a motion to authorize awarding of bids
for the Light Rescue vehicle and Clothing be made to Saulsbury
Fire Equipment Co. and LaFrance Equipment Corp. (Gortex
materials) respectively, as recommended by the Chief. Second-
ed by Comm. Moravec. Carried unanimously'
14. At 2000 hrs. the Board moved into Executive Session,,
15. The Board resumed open session at 2030 nrs. Comm. Earle moved
that the meeting be adjourned. Seconded by Comm. Cornelius.
Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Karl F. Schmid, Chairman
Board of Fire Csmmissioners
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING: APRIL 26, 1988
MINUTES
Present: Commissioners Moravec, Cornelius and Earle; Deputy Chief
Wilbur.
1. Commissioner Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1815 hrs.
2. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to recommend awarding the
bid for body work on Engine 909 and refurbishing Engine 933 to
the lowest bidder - Nuttall Co. Seconded by Comm. Earle.
Carried unanimously.
3. The meeting concluded at 1820 hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
David Cornelius
Fire Commissioner
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
MAY 10° 1988
MINUTES
1. PERSONS WISHING 7O SPEAK TO FIRE COMMISSIONERS:
* Bill Henry of Co. #7 read a letter requesting the Board of
Fire Commissioners to reimburse each company legal fees in
the amount of $1,250 as a result of the recent court ruling on
the 2% law suit.
The Board of Fire Commissioners deferred action on this
request because it was not signed by all companies. The Board
will also ask the City Attorney to interpret the ruling.
Commissioner Schmid indicated that payment of attorney`s fees
is a legal use of the funds. Further discussion of this
matter will be held at the June meeting.
2. Commissioner Cornelius made a motinn to approve the audit in
the amount of $17,122.55. Commissioner Moravec seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously.
3. Commissioner Earle made a motion to approve the minutes of the
April 1988 meeting with one correction: #8 - motion should be
seconded by Commissioner Moravec. The motion was approved by
Commissioner Cornelius. Carried unanimously.
4. Commissioner Schmid presented a Board of Fire Commissioners
badge to Commissioner Howell.
5. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to add Wayne Williams, Jr.
as a member of Co. #5. Seconded by Comm. Cornelius - carried
unanimously.
Comm. Cornelius made a motion to authorize the removal cf
Michael Hallet from Co. #7 for disobeying company rules.
Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
Co. #2 reported the deaths of two of their members: John C.
Huttar and Gerald K. Kleist - both in April 1988.
6. Comm. Howell made a motion to authorize $300.00 for a
representative of Co. #5 to attend the CNY Firemen`s
Convention (and up to $400 with proof of expenses). Comm.
Cornelius seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
Comm. Howell made a motion to authorize $8.00 for the payment
of annual dues to the CNY Firemen's Association for the
Department. Seconded by Comm. Earle. Carried unanimously.
Minutes
May 10, 1988
Page 2
Comm. Earle made a motion to authorize the Fire Department to
replace a worn out, turnout coat for Volunteer Scott Gingras
of Co. #5 - to be ordered along with Fire Department gear to
insure proper quality. Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried
unanimously.
Comm. Earle made a motion to authorize payment to the
Shortstop Deli in the amount of $47.10 and to Pudgies Pizza in
the amount of $7.96 for food purchases during the Turback's
fires. Seconded by Comm. Howell. Carried unanimously.
7. Comm. Cornelius made a motion to authorize use of Engine 907
by Co. #7 for various parades (schedule attached to minutes)
dependent on the availability of the engine and a driver, and
at the Chief's or Chief Officer's discretion. Seconded by
Comm. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
8. The Chief presented monthly reports on Volunteer Responses
and Response Statistics for the month of April 1988 and for
the first quarter of 1988.
He noted that in 1987 there were 65 volunteers who responded
to 10 or more incidents; so far there are 37 volunteers that
have responded to 10 or more incidents in the first quarter
of 1988. He noted that volunteers need to be reminded to sign
in their responses so that they will receive credit.
Response statistics indicate a 5% drop in false alarms
compared with last year during the same time period.
Hearing no objections, the reports were approved as presented.
Communications:
- Thank you note from CoddinOton Rd. Community Center - Day
Care Center for a visit by Lt. LaBuff and others. They,
were appreciative for the information and education provided
their youngsters an fire prevention and safety.
- Thank you note from Little Feet Montessori Learning Center -
same appreciation as above.
- Cortlandville Fire Department thank you note for use of
Training Tower to evaluate their recruits.
- Mulvey Law Firm - complaint regarding what Mr. Mulvey felt
was over zealous actions by firefighters at a recent incident
at his property. The Chief will respond to his letter.
- A meeting took place between Plant Safety personnel at Morse
Borg Warner and Fire Department personnel regarding
differences of opinion in techniques used at an incident in
their plant.
Minutes
May 10, 1988
Page 3
- Commissioner Cornelius discussed problems in gaining entry
to Tompkins County Trust Company during a recent incident.
They have ordered a Knox lockbox system which, when installed,
will hopefully eliminate some of the confusion.
- All members of
the Fire Department
and the community are
invited
to attend
a lecture at
the Johnson Art Museum on May
18th t
A
: . .
7 00 P M
regar zng con
d
t ib t and ue of ILhaca
r u zons / zss s
volunteer firefighters
during
the period 1820-1860. The
Veteran
Volunteers
Association
have loaned some memorabilia to
enhance
the event.
- The Chief reported on the status of various fire apparatus:
Engine 909 and Ladder 933 have been sent out for refurbishment
to Nuttall Corp. in Sherman, NY as a result of the recent bid
award;
Engine 901 will be returned tomorrow with a new motor;
Engine 906 recently had a rear-end replacement;
Engine 905 recently had a motor overhaul - however, needs to
be reassembled.
Work on engine 901, 906 and 905 = $15,000.
- Installation of UHF mobile radios in vehicles began today -
these will be compatible with the portable radios. There will
probably be a 2-3 month period for adjustment and
establishment of procedures. This is a county-wide system.
- The Chief reported that he will be attending the National
Fire Academy in Emmetsburg, MD for two weeks in June.
- The Chief is requesting each volunteer company to supply him
with a current list of membership - to update our records.
Companies may also use the computer services at the Fire
Department to receive mailing labels, etc.
9. The
first draft of engine specs are available
for
comments
- should
be back to the Chief in
two weeks. These
are
identical to
the last engine specs.
Hopefully the Board
will
receive the
final copy for approval
in June.
The specs for the heavy rescue should be ready in 2 weeks -
these are a little more complicated to prepare.
The light rescue vehicle has been ordered - expect delivery by
December 1st.
Minutes
May 10, 1988
Page 4
10. The timetable for submission of the 1989 budget was discussed.
Requests for equipment, increase/decrease in certain line
items, etc. can be submitted by anyone. Forms are available
for justification of any item submitted. Please do research
and indicate findings when requesting purchases - need solid
justifications to be clear in the discussion process of the
budget preparation. The working draft of the budget will be
submitted to the BFC in July.
The Chief invited BFC members to attend the State Chief's
Conference to be held at the Concord in June. This is the
largest gathering of equipment and vendors for fire service
during the whole year.
11. The Town of Ithaca will host a public hearing relative to new
fire stations, personnel and apparatus issues on May 24 at 7
P.M. at the Town Hall.,
The Chief reported that the Town of Ithaca could still refuse
to fund these items; Common Council approvals held no
contingencies in this regard. If the Town decided not to fund
their share, Common Council still has the opportunity to deny
the appropriation of monies.
After a lengthy discussion on the merits of the proposals, the
Board of Fire Commissioners agreed to attend the public
meeting to strongly support the fire service issues and urge
the Town to do the same. Commissioner Schmid will speak on
behalf of the Board of Fire Commissioners.
Commissioner Moravec expressed his concern regarding the
deletion of several items in the final design of the new fire
stations. These items are directly related to the comfort and
attractiveness of the living areas for volunteers and bunkers.
Specific items he mentioned are lack of individual controls
for regulating heat in the bunking area, air conditioning, and
the lack of any type of finish or covering for the flours in
the living areas.
Commissioners discussed the importance they place and the Town
of Ithaca has placed on bunker/volunteer effort for the new
stations.
Commissioners feel the living conditions for residents must be
attractive if the program is to succeed.
The architect was instructed to design according to monetary
guidelines - these items were deleted for economic reasons.
Minutes
May 10, 1988
Page 5
Commissioner Cornelius made a motion to include the following
items in a resolution or speech at the Town of Ithaca Public
Hearing on May 24: That the Board of Fire Commissioners
support the preliminary design presented by Architect Egner on
May 5, 1988 with the exception of those omitted items which
negatively affect the volunteer and bunker program -
specifically the lack of individual heating controls in the
bunk room areas, lack of air conditioning, and lack of a
covering on the floors in the living areas (bare concrete
floors are unacceptable). Commissioner Moravec seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously.
12. On May 24 and 26 from 3 - 7 P.M. Deputy Chief Wilbur and a
representative from LaFrance Equip. Co. will be fitting those
volunteers who had their turnout gear inspected and
replacement items needed. There are 35 people on the list and
they will be notified by their company captains. Fire Police
will also be fitted at this time. In addition, 12 extra sets
of generic gear will be ordered to have on hand for new
volunteers as they are added and for replacement purposes.
13. Discussion of distribution of 2% funds followed. Commissioner
Howell made a motion to distribute equally to each volunteer
company half of $33,288.04 of 2% funds (other half paid to
Veteran Volunteers Association). These funds to be paid as
soon as possible after May 26 pending confirmation of no
appeals to the recent court ruling. Commissioner Earle
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. A copy of this
resolution will be forwarded to City Chamberlain Parsons for
processing.
14. At 2030 hours the Board moved into Executive Session to
discuss personnel matters.
At 2044 hours the Board resumed open session. Comm. Moravec
made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Comm.
Howell. Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Karl F. Schmid
Chairman
,
AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
JUNE 14, 1988
- PERSONS �ISHlNG �O SPEA< TO FIRE COMMISSlONERS
- A�DIT
- ApPROVE MlNUTES - MA� MEETINO
- MEMBE�SHIP C.�ANGES - Nons
- AUTHORIZ'
SITUATIO�
* 5/2888:
ION TO PU�
Sa'�dbank R
Shortstop:
8rush Fire
Shortstcp:
�HASE FOOD FOR EMERGENC\
|. Woods Fire;
$17.52
- I,hacs College:
$19.28
- DISTRIBUTION OF CITY FUND5 TO VOLUNTEER
COMPAUlES
- COMPANY
:1. PARADE REQUEST
- CNY FIREMEN'S CONVENTlON - INFORMATION
- �EGRETFULLY �OTE: KARL SCHMlD'S LAST
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JUNE 14, 1988
MINUTES
Present: Commissioners Schmid, Cornelius, Moravec, and Home!!;
Common Council Lioisnn W/chard 600th, Deputy Chief
Wilbur, of variuus vDlunteer companirs
and members of tho p'ess.
1. Chairman Schmid called the meeting to arder at 1930 hrs.
2. Persons wishing to speak to Fjre [o.omiss\onsrs:
Ric Lathrop and Lyle Neigh addressed the Board with their
concerns regarding the volunteer firefighter program in
Ithaca. Some items discussed were:
- The Human Service Committee of Common Council has given no
feedback regarding a volunteer recruitment prcgram proposed 4
years ago;
- Difficulty in getting aquip`'ent - radios, pagers. atc.
- Communications with volunteers;
3. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to approve the audit in the
amount of $33,308.63. Seconded by Comm. Cornelius. Carried
unanimously.
4. Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve the minutes of
the May 1938 meeting. Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried
unanimously.
5. Commissioner Howe
Shortstop Deli fo
on May 13 and May
by Comm. Moravec.
made a motion to approve payment to the
purchases mage doring emergency situation!
18, 1028 K the amount of $36.S0. Seconde�
Carried unanimously.
6. Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve payment of City
contractual funds to volunteer companies ($2,000 per company).
Seconded by Cnmm. Cornelius. Carried unaniaously.
Minutes
June 14, 1988
Page 2
7. Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve Company 47's
request to take Engine 907 to a parade in Locke, NY dependent
on the availability of the engine and a driver. Seconded by
Comm. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
8. Commissioner Schmid addressed the Board and audience as this
is his last meeting. Because of personal and professional
commitments, he has asked the Mayor not to reappoint him as a
Fire Commissioner.,
Comm. Schmid thanked the Department, Commissioners and
volunteers for their support during his time on the Board.
He has learned a great deal about City Government and the Fire
Department. He expressed the following concerns:
- Volunteer recruitment and retention - needs constant
evaluation and should be a main issue of the Board and
administration;
- Concerned about 2% funds - The Board is trustee of the funds
until they are dispensed, after which it no longer has any
control over the fund. While Schmid cannot be certain, he
suspects that some volunteer companies, especially some of the
less active ones and the volunteers, probably have
considerable amounts of 2% funds accumulated. Numbers ranging
far in excess of $100,000 have been discussed by people and
seem likely. Speaking as a tax payer, it seems irresponsible
to have a system that allows companies to accumulate such
large sums of public funds without accruing benefit to anyone.
The entire concept of 2% funds needs to be reviewed at the
State level.
9. The meeting adjourned at 2055 hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
�
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~� .
�a.'] F. Schmid, Chairman
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
RESCUE CALLS
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
0
2
VOLUNTEER
PERSONNEL RESPONSE BY TYPE
OF INCIDENT
4
- - - - - --
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
ALL CALLS
0
4
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
04/01/88 - 04/30/88
1
Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
AVERAGE
- - - - - --
MINIMUM
- - - - - --
MAXIMUM
- - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRE
7
2
15
VEHICLE FIRE
4
2
7
OUTSIDE FIRE W/
VALUE 0
0
0
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
2
0
5
RUBBISH FIRE
1
0
3
OTHER FIRE
5
5
5
TOTAL FIRES
5
0
15
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
RESCUE CALLS
1
0
2
EMS CALLS
1
- - - - - --
0
- - - - - --
4
- - - - - --
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
1
0
4
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
2
1
7
SERVICE CALLS
2
1
2
GOOD INTENT CALLS
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
4
1
9
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
4
1
8
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
3
1
7
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
4
1
9
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
3
0
15
MUTUAL AID CALLS
--------------- -
GIVEN
RECEIVED 15 15 15
NONE 3 0 11
(Calculations Based on 246 Incidents)
Jul 12, 1988 Volunteer Response Page
Company's 1 -9
Starting Date : 04/01/88 Ending Date : 04/30/88
BA NUMBER COMPANY NAME (LAST,FIRST MI.) TOTAL RESPONSES
3883
1
CORNELIUS, DAVID H
17
2250
1
FORD, HENRY
164
3295
1
JACKSON, EARNEST
33
3980
1
RHOADS, DANIEL L
24
4153
1
LONGO, ROBERT E
20
4121
2
MCKANE, RAYMOND J
25
3734
2
ROBINSON, MELVIN
3
4068
3
MILLS, THOMAS B
3
3833
3
MILLS, DALE
4
3394
5
MORAVEC, GARY R
7
3006
5
NEIGH, LYLE W
37
3940
5
WHITCOMB, IAN
31
4075
6
GIORDANO, PAUL A
19
3722
6
MILLER, D. E
1
3793
6
ROGERS, JAMES K
7
3905
6
ROGERS, ROBERT
3
3955
6
BENTZ, DAVID
15
4150
6
WOOD JR, DONALD E
18
4171
6
O'PRAY, ELLEN
5
3305
7
BASSANELLI, SANTE
22
2422
7
HOWLAND, JOHN R
9
3704
7
LATHROP, RICHARD W
29
3f- 1
7
PALACE, GERALD L
10
4'i_s
7
STRAMBA, JOSEPH
15
4116
9
CARCANO, JAMES R
68
4128
9
MARTINSON, WILLIAM
29
4108
9
SESSLER, ANDREW M
9
4173
9
MCNALLY, BRYAN F
30
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
VOLUNTEER PERSONNEL RESPONSE BY TYPE OF INCIDENT
ALL CALLS
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
AVERAGE
- - - - - --
MINIMUM
- - - - - --
MAXIMUM
- - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRE
3
2
7
VEHICLE FIRE
5
1
10
OUTSIDE FIRE W/ VALUE
3
3
3
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
8
4
11
RUBBISH FIRE
4
3
4
OTHER FIRE
5
4
- - - - - --
5
- - - - - --
TOTAL FIRES
- - - - - --
4
1
11
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
2
2
2
RESCUE CALLS
1
0
3
EMS CALLS
1
- - - - - --
0
- - - - - --
5
- - - - - --
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
1
0
5
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
3
0
10
SERVICE CALLS
2
0
4
GOOD INTENT CALLS
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
2
0
4
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
3
0
8
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
4
1
11
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
3
- - - - - --
0
- - - - - --
11
- - - - - --
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
2
0
11
MUTUAL AID CALLS
--------------- -
GIVEN
1
0
1
RECEIVED
8
4
11
NONE
2
0
11
(Calculations Based on 243 Incidents)
Jul 12, 1988 Volunteer Response Page
Company's 1 -9
Starting Date : 05/01/88 Ending Date : 05/31/88
BA = NUMBER COMPANY NAME (LAST,FIRST MI.) TOTAL RESPONSES
3883
1
CORNELIUS, DAVID H
17
2250
1
FORD, HENRY
161
3295
1
JACKSON, EARNEST
6
3980
1
RHOADS, DANIEL L
34
4153
1
LONGO, ROBERT E
22
4068
3
MILLS, THOMAS B
12
3833
3
MILLS, DALE
2
3394
5
MORAVEC, GARY R
22
3006
5
NEIGH, LYLE W
42
3940
5
WHITCOMB, IAN
25
4075
6
GIORDANO, PAUL A
6
3722
6
MILLER, D. E
7
3793
6
ROGERS, JAMES K
6
3905
6
ROGERS, ROBERT
32
3955
6
BENTZ, DAVID
10
4150
6
WOOD JR, DONALD E
14
4171
6
O'PRAY, ELLEN
11
3305
7
BASSANELLI, SANTE
24
4113
7
DONER, ROBERT J
40
2422
7
HOWLAND, JOHN R
3
3704
7
LATHROP, RICHARD W
18
3910
7
PALACE, GERALD L
13
4`3
7
STRAMBA, JOSEPH
18
4. S
7
TRASK, THOMAS A
6
4159
7
BARRIS, EDWARD E
7
4108
9
SESSLER, ANDREW M
6
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
JANUARY - MAY 1988
01/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRE
VEHICLE FIRE
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
RUBBISH FIRE
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
OTHER FIRE
TOTAL FIRES
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
EMS PROVIDED
LOCK -IN
PERSON(S) LOST
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
DROWNING
ELECTROCUTION
OTHER EMS CALLS
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
SERVICE CALLS
EMS GOOD INTENT
OTHER GOOD INTENT
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN 5
RECEIVED 7
NONE 192
NUMBER PERCENT OF CALLS
---- - - - - -- ---------- - - - - --
47 3, .9 %
19 1.6 %
3 .2 %
6 .5 %
14 1 . ti
2 .2 %
1 .1 %
1 1
93 7.7 %
2 .2
27 2.2
X29 27.3 %
3 ._2 %
.0 %
1 .1 %
0 %
.0 %
3 7 %
---- - - - - -- --------------- -
369 %
72 6.0 %
31 2.6 %
31 2.6
64 5.2
105 8.7 %
.0 %
212 17.6 %
225 18.7 %
---- - - - - -- --------------- -
542 45.0 %
1204 100.0 %
1
ITHACA rlRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS SUMMARY
ALL CALLS
05/01/88 - 05/31/88
SITUATION FOUND
_______________ ____________
CITY
____________
TOWN
CORNELL
____________
ZTHACA
____________
COL
STRUCTURE FIRE
3
/ 1.3
%
1
/
.4
%
2
/
.8
%
/
,O
%
VEHICLE FIRE
3
/ 1.3
%
/
.0
%
/
.0
%
'
.O
%
OUTSIDE FIRE N/VAL
1
/ '4
%
/
.O
%
/
.O
%
/
.O
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
/ '0
%
2
/
.8
%
/
.O
%
/
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
1
/ '4
%
1
/
.4
%
/
.O
%
/
.O
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
/ .O
%
/
.0
%
/
.O
%
/
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL/FIRE
1
/ .4
X&
/
.0
%
/
.O
%
/
'D
%
OTHER FIRE
1
/ .4
%
/
.8
%
/
'O
%
___________
/
'O
%
____________
TOTAL FIRE CALLS
10
/ 4'2
%
____________
4
/
1.7
%
____________
2
/
.8
%
0
/
.O
%
OVERPRES8. RUPTURE
/ .0
%
/
.O
%
1
/
.4
%
/
.0
%
' ASSIST EMS AGENCY
4
/ 1.7
%
1
/
.4
%
1
/
'4
%
/
.O
%
EMS PROVIDED
62
/25.8
%
10
/
4'2
%
2
/
'8
%
/
'O
%
LOCK-3N
/ .O
%
/
,O
%
/
.0
%
/
,0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
/ .O
%
/
'O
%
/
.O
%
/
'O
%
RESCUE/EXTRICATION
1
/ '4
%
/
'8
%
/
'O
%
/
.O
%
DROWNING
/ .O
%
/
.O
%
/
.0
%
/
.O
%
ELECTROCUTION
/ .O
%
/
.0
%
/
.0
%
/
.0
%
[^-qER EMS CALL
/ .O
%
/
.O
%
/
'O
%
/
'U
%
------------
TOTAL EMS CALLS
67
/27.8
%
------------
11
/
4'6
%
------------
3
/
1.3
%
------------
O
/
'O
%
HAZARDOUS COND.
3
/ 3'8
%
1
/
.4
%
3
/
1.3
%
/
.D
%
SERVICE CALLS
4
/ 1.7
%
/
.O
%
/
.8
%
/
'O
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
5
/ 2.1
%
1
/
.4
%
/
.O
%
/
.O
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
7
/ 2.9
%
2
/
.8
%
/
.O
%
1
/
'4
%
MALICIOUS FALSE
5
/ 2'1
s
2
/
.8
m
7
/
2'9
%
2
/
.8
%
BOMB THREATS
/ 'O
%
/
'O
'D
*
/
.O
%
MALFUNCTIONS
23
/ 9.5
%
S
/
1.3
19
/
7.9
%
4
/
1.7
%
UNINTENTIONAL
32
/13,3
%
/
.O
%
11
/
4.8
%
1
/
.4
%
------------
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
60
/25.0
%
-------------
5
/
2.1
%
------------
37
------------
/15.4
%
--------------
7
------------
/
2'8
%
` ------------
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
152
/67.5
%
-------------
24
/10.0
%
46
/19.2
*
8
TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS
FOR ABOVE
CALLS:
240
MUTUAL AID GIVEN/ 2
MUTUAL AID RECEIVED: 2
NON MUTUAL AID CALLS: 239
DATE REPORT RUN: Jul 12, 1988
2
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
ALL CALLS
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
-----------------------
NUMBER
---- - -
- - --
PERCENT
----------------
OF CALLS
STRUCTURE FIRE
6
2.5
%
VEHICLE FIRE
3
1.2
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
1
.4
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
2
.8
%
RUBBISH FIRE
2
.8
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
1
.4
%
OTHER FIRE
1
.4
%
TOTAL FIRES
16
6.6
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
1
.4
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
6
2.5
%
EMS PROVIDED
74
30.5
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
1
.4
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
- -
- - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
----
81
33.3
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
13
5.3
%
SERVICE CALLS
6
2.5
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
7
2.9
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
10
4.1
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
16
6.6
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
49
20.2
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
44
---- - -
- - --
18.1
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
109
44.9
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 243 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN 2
RECEIVED 2
NONE 239
3
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
CITY OF ITHACA
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - -
- --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
3
1.9
%
VEHICLE FIRE
3
1.9
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
1
.6
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
1
.6
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
1
.6
%
OTHER FIRE
1
.6
%
TOTAL FIRES
10
6.2
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
4
2.5
%
EMS PROVIDED
62
38.3
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
1
.6
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
---- - - -
- --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
67
41.4
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
9
5.6
%
SERVICE CALLS
4
2.5
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
5
3.1
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
7
4.3
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
5
3.1
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
23
14.2
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
32
- -
- - --
19.8
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
----
60
37.0
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 162 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 162
4
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
TOWN OF ITHACA
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - -
- --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
1
4.2
%
VEHICLE FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
2
8.3
%
RUBBISH FIRE
1
4.2
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
•0
%
TOTAL FIRES
4
16.7
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
1
4.2
%
EMS PROVIDED
10
41.7
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
- -
- --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
---- -
11
45.8
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
1
4.2
%
SERVICE CALLS
•0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
1
4.2
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
2
8.3
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
2
8.3
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0 %
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
3
12.5
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
---- - -
- - --
•0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
5
20.8
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 24 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED 2
NONE 22
5
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
-- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - -
- - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
2
.4.3
%
VEHICLE FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
.0
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
.0
%
TOTAL FIRES
---- - - -
- --
2
---------------
4.3
-
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
1
2.2
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
1
2.2
%
EMS PROVIDED
2
4.3
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
.0
%
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
---- - - -
- --
3
---------------
6.5
-
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
3
6.5
%
SERVICE CALLS
.0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
.0
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
.O
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
7
15.2
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
19
41.3
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
11
23.9
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
---- - - -
- --
37
---------------
80.4
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 46 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 46
N
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
ITHACA COLLEGE
05/01/88 - 05/31/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - - - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
.0
%
VEHICLE FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
.0
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
-
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FIRES
---- - - - --
0
.0
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
.0
%
EMS PROVIDED
.0
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
---- - - - - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
0
.0
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
.0
%
SERVICE CALLS
.0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
.0
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
1
12.5
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
2
25.0
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
4
50.0
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
1
---- - - - - --
12.5
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
7
87.5
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 8 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 8
7
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
DOLLAR VALUE VS LOSS SUMMARY
ALL CALLS
(Calculations Based on 243 Incidents)
0
05/01/88 - 05/31/88
Jul 12, 1988
PROPERTY
PROPERTY
VALUE
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
-----------------------
VALUE
------------
LOSS
------------
SAVED
------ - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRES
$11,350,000
$2,050
$11,347,950
VEHICLE FIRES
$23,000
$10,500
$12,500
OTHER FIRES
$5,505
------------
$105
------------
$5,400
------ - - - - --
TOTAL FIRES
$11,378,505
$12,655
$11,365,850
TOTAL NON-FIRES
$0
$0
$0
TOTAL ALL INCIDENTS
$11,378,505
$12,655
$11,365,850
(Calculations Based on 243 Incidents)
0
11
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
JANUARY - JUNE 1988
01/01/88 - 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - -
- - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
52
3.5
%
VEHICLE FIRE
26
1.8
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
3
.2
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
7
.5
%
RUBBISH FIRE
20
1.4
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
2
.1
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
1
.1
%
OTHER FIRE
1
.1
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FIRES
---- - -
- - --
112
7.6
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
2
.1
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
37
x 2.5
%
EMS PROVIDED
421
28.4
%
LOCK -IN
3
.2
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
3
.2
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
16
- -
- - --
1.1
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
----
480
32.4
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
86
5.8
%
SERVICE CALLS
38
2.6
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
37
2.5
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
77
5.2
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
114
7.7
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
269
18.2
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
265
- -
- - --
17.9
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
----
648
43.8
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 1480 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN 5
RECEIVED 10
NONE 465
1
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS SUMMARY
ALL CALLS
06/01/88 - 06/30/88
SITUATION FOUND CITY TOWN CORNELL ITHACA COL
--------- - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRE
4
/
1.5
%
.0 %
/
.0 %
VEHICLE FIRE
5
/
1.8
%
2
/
.7 %
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VAL
.0 %
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
1
/
.4
%
.0 %
/
.0 %
RUBBISH FIRE
6
/
2.2
%
/
/
.0 %
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0 %
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
OUTSIDE SPILL /FIRE
/
/
.0
%
.0 %
/
.0 %
OTHER FIRE
1
/
.0
%
/
/
.0 %
TOTAL FIRE CALLS
16
/
5.8
%
2
/
.7 %
OVERPRESS. RUPTURE
/
/
.0
%
8.8 %
/
.0 %
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
7
/
2.6
%
3
/
1.1 %
EMS PROVIDED
81
/29.6
%
10
/
3.6 %
LOCK -IN
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
PERSON(S) LOST
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
1
/
.4
%
/
.0 %
DROWNING
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
ELECTROCUTION
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
r-4ER EMS CALL
7
/
2.6
%
/
.0 %
TOTAL EMS CALLS
96
/35.0
% x
13
/
4.7 %
HAZARDOUS COND.
12
/
4.4
%
1
/
.4 %
SERVICE CALLS
7
/
2.6
%
/
.0 %
EMS GOOD INTENT
5
/
1.8
%
1
/
.4 %
OTHER GOOD INTENT
11
/
4.0
%
/
.0 %
MALICIOUS FALSE
8
/
2.9
%
1
/
.4 %
BOMB THREATS
/
.0
%
/
.0 %
MALFUNCTIONS
23
/
8.4
%
7
/
2.6 %
UNINTENTIONAL
29
/10.6
%
/
.0 %
- - - - --
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
------
60
-
/21.9
- - -
--
%
-------
8
/
2.9 %
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
207
/75.5
%
25
/
9.1 %
TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS
FOR
ABOVE
CALLS:
274
MUTUAL AID GIVEN:
MUTUAL AID RECEIVED: 3
NON MUTUAL AID CALLS: 273
DATE REPORT RUN: Jul 12, 1988
1
/
.4 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
1
/
.4 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
0
/
.0 %
1
/
.4 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
1
/
.4 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
24
/
8.8 %
8
/
2.9 %
32 /11-.7 %
35 /12.8 %
/ .0 %
/ .0 %
3 / 1.1 %
3 / 1.1 %
6 / 2.2 %
7 / 2.6 %
2
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
0
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
0
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
/
.0 %
1
/
.4 %
/ .0 %
/ .0 %
3 / 1.1 %
3 / 1.1 %
6 / 2.2 %
7 / 2.6 %
2
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
ALL CALLS
06/01/88 — 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - -
- - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
5
1.8
%
VEHICLE FIRE
7
2.5
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
1
.4
%
RUBBISH FIRE
6
2.2
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
-
- - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FIRES
---- -
19
6.9
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
10
3.6
%
EMS PROVIDED
92
33.3
%
LOCK —IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.O
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
2
.7
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
•0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
7
---- - -
- - --
2.5
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
111
40.2
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
14
5.1
%
SERVICE CALLS
7(
2.5
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
6
2.2
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
13
4.7
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
9
3.3
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
57
20.7
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
40
- -
- - --
14.5
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
----
106
38.4
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 276 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED 3
NONE 273
c
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
x RESPONSE STATISTICS
CITY OF ITHACA
06/01/88 - 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRE
VEHICLE FIRE
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
RUBBISH FIRE
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
OTHER FIRE
TOTAL FIRES
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
EMS PROVIDED
LOCK -IN
PERSON(S) LOST
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
DROWNING
ELECTROCUTION
OTHER EMS CALLS
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
SERVICE CALLS
EMS GOOD INTENT
OTHER GOOD INTENT
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
GRAND TOTAL CALLS
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED 3
NONE 204
NUMBER
---- - -
- - --
PERCENT
----------------
OF CALLS
4
1.9
%
5
2.4
%
.0
%
1
.5
%
6
2.9
%
.0
%
.0
%
.0
%
16
7.7
%
.0
%
7
3.4
%
81
39.1
%
.0
%
.0
%
1
.5
%
.0
%
.0
%
7
3.4
%
---- - - -
- --
96
----------------
46.4
%
12
5.8
%
7
3.4
%
5
2.4
%
11
5.3
%
( 8
3.9
%
.0
%
23
11.1
%
29
14.0
%
---- - - -
- --
60
----------------
29.0
%
207 100.0 %
4
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
TOWN OF ITHACA
06/01/88 - 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - -
- --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
.0
%
VEHICLE FIRE
2
8.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
.0
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
.0
%
TOTAL FIRES
2
8.0
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
3
12.0
%
EMS PROVIDED
10
40.0
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
-
- --
•0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
---- - -
13
52.0
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
1
4.0
%
SERVICE CALLS
.0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
1
4.0
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
.0
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
1
4.0
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
7
28.0
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
---- - - -
- --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
8
32.0
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 25 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 25
5
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
06/01/88 - 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - - - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
1
2.9
%
VEHICLE FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
.0
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
•0
%
OTHER FIRE
---- - - - - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FIRES
1
2.9
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
.0
%
EMS PROVIDED
.0
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
--
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
---- - - - -
0
.0
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
1
2.9
%
SERVICE CALLS
•0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
.0
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
1
2.9
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
.0
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
24
68.6
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
8
---- - - - - --
22.9
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
32
91.4
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 35 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 35
2
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
RESPONSE STATISTICS
ITHACA COLLEGE
06/01/88 - 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND
----------------- - - - - --
NUMBER
---- - - - - --
PERCENT
---------------
OF CALLS
-
STRUCTURE FIRE
.0
%
VEHICLE FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE FIRE W /VALUE
.0
%
GRASS, BRUSH FIRE
.0
%
RUBBISH FIRE
.0
%
EXPLOSION, NO FIRE
.0
%
OUTSIDE SPILL W /FIRE
.0
%
OTHER FIRE
- - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FIRES
---- - -
0
.0
%
OVERPRESSURE RUPTURES
.0
%
ASSIST EMS AGENCY
.0
%
EMS PROVIDED
.0
%
LOCK -IN
.0
%
PERSON(S) LOST
.0
%
RESCUE /EXTRICATION
.0
%
DROWNING
.0
%
ELECTROCUTION
.0
%
OTHER EMS CALLS
- - - - --
.0
---------------
%
-
TOTAL RESCUE /EMS
----
0
.0
%
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
.0
%
SERVICE CALLS
.0
%
EMS GOOD INTENT
.0
%
OTHER GOOD INTENT
1
14.3
%
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARMS
.0
%
BOMB THREAT, NO BOMB
.0
%
SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS
3
42.9
%
UNINTENTIONAL FALSE
3
- - - - --
42.9
---------------
%
-
TOTAL FALSE CALLS
----
6
85.7
%
GRAND TOTAL CALLS 7 100.0 %
MUTUAL AID
GIVEN
RECEIVED
NONE 7
7
a'
ITHACA FIRE DEPARTMENT
DOLLAR VALUE VS LOSS SUMMARY
ALL CALLS
06/01/88 — 06/30/88 Jul 12, 1988
PROPERTY PROPERTY VALUE
TYPE OF SITUATION FOUND VALUE LOSS SAVED
------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- ------ - - - - --
STRUCTURE FIRES
VEHICLE FIRES
OTHER FIRES
TOTAL FIRES
TOTAL NON -FIRES
TOTAL ALL INCIDENTS
z
$2,375,000
$30,500
$0
$2,405,500
$0
$2,405,500
(Calculations Based on 276 Incidents)
$218,000
$6,650
$0
$224,650
$0
$224,650
$2,157,000
$23,850
$0
$2,180,850
$0
$2,180,850
91
AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
JULY 12, 19e8
- PERSONS WISHlNG TO SPEAK TO FIRE COMMISSIONERS
- ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN
- �UDIT
- APPROVE MINUTES - JUNE MEETING
- MEMBERSHIP CHANGES -
*COMPANY #1 - ADD MARK S. GRENELL
*COMPANY #2 - DEATHS: THOMAS S. JONES
JOHN GRIFFIN
- AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE FOOD FDR EMERGENCY
SITUATIONS:
* 6/21/88: 513 S. AURORA ST.
Shortstop: �30.24
* 6/30/88: 134 W. STATE ST.
Shortstop: $110.16
Tops: $ 43.84
McDonalds: $213.89
* 7/05/88: 700 S. AURORA
T.
Shortstop:
- CLOTHING BID AWARD
- COMMISSIONER SCHMID - BADGE ENGRAVING -
RESOLUTION
- CHIEF'S COMMUNICATIONS/MONTHLY REPORTS
- FIRE PREVENTION REPORT
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
JULY 12, 1988
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Earle, and Howell;
Volunteers; Dick Booth, Common Council Representative;
and a member of the press.
1. Commissioner Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1905
hrs.
2. Lyle Neigh addressed the Board regarding his concern that the
Fire Department was not recognized for their efforts at the
annual fireworks show at Schoellkopf Field.
After discussion, Commissioner Earle made a motion to
authorize the Board of Fire Commissioners to write a letter to
the Fireworks Committee expressing their concern that the Fire
Department was not recognized for their efforts. Commissioner
Howell seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
Dan Rhoads read the Common Council resolution reaffirming
their support of the volunteer firefighter program in Ithaca.
He also reported on talks with the Human Services Committee of
Common Council and feels they have a positive attitude toward
the volunteer /paid firefighter system.
Dick Booth, Common Council Liaison to the Board of Fire
Commissioners, also expressed his support and thanks to the
volunteers.
3. Commissioner Howell made a motion to appoint David Cornelius
as Acting Chairperson of the Board of Fire Commissioners,
until such a time as the Mayor fills the one vacancy- at which
time an election of a Chairperson will be made. Seconded by
Commissioner Earle. Carried unanimously. The Board will also
considered the possibility of adding a Vice Chairperson.
4. Commissioner Moravec moved to approve the audit in the amount
of $27,283.33. Seconded by Commissioner Howell. Carried
unanimously.
5. Commissioner Howell moved to approve the minutes of the June
1988 meeting as written. Seconded by Commissioner Moravec.
Carried unanimously.
b. Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve the following
membership change: Add Mark S. Grenell to Company #1.
Seconded by Commissioner Earle. Carried unanimously.
Co. #2 reported the deaths of members Thomas S. Jones and John
Griffin.
7. Commissioner Howell made a motion to authorize payment from
the donation fund for food for emergency situations:
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July 12, 1988
Page 2
6/21/88: 513 S. Aurora St.
Shortstop: $30.24
6/30/88: 134 W. State St.
Shortstop: $110.16
P & C: 27.38
Tops: 43.84
McDonalds: 213.89
7/05/88: 700 S. Aurora St.
Shortstop: $26.68
Seconded by Commissioner Moravec. Carried unanimously.
8. Deputy Chief Wilbur reported on information regarding the
clothing bids. After discussion, Commissioner Earle made a
motion to accept the bids as recommended by Deputy Chief
Wilbur. Seconded by Commissioner Moravec. Carried
unanimously. (Copy in the Minute Book)
9. The Hoard unanimously agreed to have outgoing Commissioner
Schmid's badge mounted on a plague and engraved engraved with
a recognition of service plate.
10. Chief Olmstead presented the monthly reports of Response
Statistics to date and current volunteer responses. He
reported that the number of alarms so far this year is ahead
of the volume last year at this time. Hearing no objections,
the reports were accepted as presented.
11. Deputy Chief Wilbur presented a Complaint Activity Report and
permits report for the first 6 months of 1988. He indicated
that the computer reporting /tabulation procedure to produce
this report is still in the initial stages and some types of
activities are not yet listed. He hopes that soon the report
will reflect all activities of the department - including
public education.
12. Other: The Chief reported on the following items:
- Continued delays in the starting date for the
renovation /construction projects fire stations. City and Town
are still trying to resolve some issues. Once the project is
started - completion will be about one year's time.
- Apparatus: 933 is due back from being refurbished by the
end of the month; 909 will arrive shortly thereafter.
When 909 returns, 902 is scheduled to go to LaFrance
headquarters in Dunmore, PA to take care of a variety of
problems - rust, booster tank, additional bracing.
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July 12, 1988
Page 3
- A joint City of Ithaca /Town of Ithaca meeting will be held
on July 19th at 7:00 P.M. in Common Council Chambers along
with representatives from the City and Town of Norwich to
discuss their joint fire protection agreement.
- The Fire Department annual picnic will be held at Stewart
Park Pavilion on August 23rd. All are asked to bring a dish
to pass - the Board ordinarily underwrites the cost of meat
and beverages (non - alcoholic).
13. Commissioner Earle made a motion to approve Co. 5's request
for $30.00 from the Donation Fund for memorial wreaths for
deceased members. Seconded by Commissioner Howell. Carried
unanimously.
14. Ric Lathrop addressed the Board with his concerns regarding
the volunteer program. After a lengthy discussion, it was
generally agreed that the Board of Fire Commissioner's meeting
was not the appropriate forum to resolve the issues in
question. A more productive method would be the monthly
Company Captain's meetings. Volunteers could help govern
priorities.
Commissioner Cornelius suggested a special committee of Board
and volunteers, - could address several items - volunteers,
2% funds, public relations, union relations, volunteer
coordinator's position, recruiting campaign, etc.
Commissioner Howell suggested that a separate meeting be set
to look at all the issues.
15. The next Board of Fire Commissioner's Meeting will be held on
August 9 at 7:00 P.M. at Central Fire Station.
16. The meeting adjourned at 2053 hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
David Cornelius
Acting Chairperson
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
AUGUST 9, 19BB
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Earle, Howell and
Reeves; volunteer firefighters.
ABSENT: Dick Booth, Common Council liaison - "excused.
1. Commissioner Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1905
hrs.
2. No one from the audience wished to address the Board.
3. The Commissioners welcomed P.K. Reeves to the Board of Fire
Commissioners. He was recently appointed by the Mayor for a 3
year term. Commissioner Reeves read a prepared statement
regarding his employment status with Saulsbury Fire Equipment
Co. and the desire and need on his part to avoid a conflict of
interest. A copy of this letter is in the Minute Book.
4. Commissioner Moravec nominated Comm. Cornelius as Chairperson
of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Seconded by Comm. Howell.
Carried unanimously.
As the City Charter does make a provision for a Vice
Chairperson, Comm. Howell nominated Comm.: Moravec as Vice
Chairperson of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Seconded by
Comm. Reeves seconded the nomination. Carried unanimously.
Comm. Howell nominated Christine Brill as Clerk of the Board
of Fire Commissioners. Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried
unanimously.
5. Comm. Howell made a motion to approve the audit in the amount
of $20,547.93. Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Discussion
followed regarding the Board's personal and financial
liability and accountability in relation to Fire Department
affairs. Chairperson Cornelius will seek clarification from
the City Attorney. The motion carried unanimously.
b. The minutes of the July meeting were accepted without
objection.
Chairperson Cornelius noted a clarification to the minutes of
the June 14, 1988 meeting: Commissioner Schmid referred to 2%
monies as "public funds ". The 2% funds actually.come from a
tax on foreign fire insurance companies (companies outside NYS
who write policies in NYS ).
7. Comm. Earle moved to approve William Grae as a member of Co.
9. Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried unanimously.
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August 9, 1988
Page 2
8. Comm. Howell moved to approve a transfer of $2,000 from
the Donation Fund Savings account to the Donation Fund
Checking account. Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried
unanimously.
9. Comm. Howell moved to authorize payment for the following
purchases:
- 6/30/88: Fire at 134 W.
Pudgies: $92.97
- 7/01/88: Fireworks
Pudgies: $22.59
Shortstop:$10.16
Seconded by Comm. Moravec.
State St.
Carried unanimously.
10. The P &C Grocery Store returned their check in the amount
of $27.38 for purchases at the 134 W. State St. Fire -
they indicated that they treated it as a donation. A
letter of thanks will be sent.
11. Comm. Moravec made a motion to accept a donation of
$25.00 from the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers to the Rescue Squad Donation fund in memory of
Doris Covey. Seconded by Comm. Howell. Carried
unanimously.
12. Comm. Reeves made a motion to accept a donation from
Cornell University in the amount of $500.00 and that it
be deposited in the Donation Fund checking account.
Seconded by Comm. Moravec. Carried unanimously.
13. Comm. Earle moved to authorize up to $350.00 from the
donation fund to be used to purchase meat and
non - alcoholic beverages for the Annual Fire Department
picnic that will be held on August 23rd at Stewart Park.
Expenses incurred over that amount can be brought back to
the Board for consideration. Seconded by Comm. Howell.
Carried unanimously.
14. Request from Police Commissioners for a liaison
representative from the Board of Fire Commissioners to
the Board of Police Comm ;ssioners. After a lengthy
discussion, Chairperson Cornelius will attend their next
meeting to get a further sense of what type of input or
representation they are looking for. He will report
back.
15. Chief's Communications /Monthly reports:
- Letter of response from Fran Benedict, Chairperson of
the Fireworks Committee.
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August 9, 1988
Page 3
- The Chief reported that the Central Air Conditioning at
Central Fire Station is not working - refrigeration,
plumbing, and electrical workers are assessing the
problem.
- There will be a meeting next week with the City
Engineer to schedule dates for the Fire Station';
construction /renovation project. Asbestos removal will
begin in September. Therefore, beginning in September,
Fire Commission meetings will need to be held elsewhere -
probably at the Town of Ithaca offices. A notice will be
sent.
- On August 25th there will be a joint meeting of City
and Town of Officials (including Board of Fire
Commissioners) to continue discussions regarding a full
time Training Officer and a full time Account
Clerk- Typist. Board members will receive an update of
information before that meeting.
- 1987 Volunteer Incentive information has been sent out
- all the funds have been spent for this item.
Volunteers are asked to hand in their requests for cash
and equipment by August 19th.
- The 1988 Recognition Day /Banquet expenses came to
$5,100.
- Chief Olmstead reported that he went to Sherman, NY
(Nuttal Corp.) today to check on the refurbishment
project of vehicles 4909 and #939. Completion on 909 is
expected in about 5 weeks, and completion on 939 is
expected in about 3 weeks. Once 909 is back in service,
902 will be sent to LaFrance in Dunmore, PA for work that
needs to be done.
** - The Board will have a special meeting on August 30,
1988 at 4:30 P.M. to review the tentative 1989 Fire
Department budget. The budget is due to the City
Controller by September 1st.
- The Chief presented the monthly report on Response
Statistics. He noted that calls are continuing to climb
and that we are running at 3,086 expected calls for 1988
(86 more than 1998). He also presented the Complaint
Activity Report from Deputy Chief Wilbur. He noted that
this report still does not reflect all activity in this
area - only those that have been entered into the
computer. Hearing no objections, the reports were
accepted as presented.
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August 9, 1988
Page 4
16. Chairperson Cornelius summarized the minutes of the
recent Tompkins County Fire Advisory Board meeting.
17. At 2020 hrs. the Board moved into Executive Session to
discuss personnel matters.
At 2048 the Board resumed open session. The meeting
adjourned at 2049 hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
I
David H. Cornelius
Chairperson
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_ ITHACA BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 30, 1988
MINUTES
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PRESENT: Commissibners Cornelius, Reeves, Moravec, Earle, Howell;
Chief Olmstead, Deputy Chief Wilbur, and Lt. Schnurle.
1. Chairperson Cornelius called the meeting to order at 4:45 P.M.
2. Commissioner Earle moved the following resolution: `
Resolved, that Article 12 of the Fire Protection Agreement
between the City of Ithaca and the Town'of Ithaca be`amended
as follows: (amendments underlined)
12. Staffing levels: The number of paid career personnel in
the Fire Department used as a basis for determining shared
costs under this agreement is 44 firefighters, 5 lieutenants,
5 assistant chiefs, 1 deputy chief, 1 chief, 1 fire alarm
superintendent,
and (total of 60
positions). In the event that additional positions and/or
personnel are approved by the City, such positions and/or
personnel must be approved by the parties hereto and made an
� amendment to this Agreement in order to be considered as a
shared cost. Should the City choose to add any positions or
personnel which Are not deemed by both parties to be
beneficial to both parties, all costs relating thereto would
be borne solely by the City. Should the Town request the
' addition of any paid position or paid career personnel which
` are not agreed by both parties to be beneficial to both
parties, all costs relating thereto would be borne solely by
the Town. Unless the Town agrees to a lesser level of
staffing, the City agrees that each of the two fire stations
to be located in the Town of Ithaca will be staffed in the
same manner as individual stations in the City.
Seconded by Commissioner Reeves. Carried unanimously.
/
��. Commissioner Reeves moved to approvdthe draft 1989 Fire
Department budget in the amount of $3,247,588, with no
reductions, and to direct the chief to forward the draft to
the Mayor. Seconded by Commissioner Moravec. Carried
unanimously. .
4. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
David Cornelius, Chairman
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
SEPTEMBER 18, 19BB
MINUTES
Present: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Howell and Earle;
Absent: Commissioner Reeves.
1. Chairperson Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1908 hrs.
2. Dan Rhoads, speaking on behalf of the Company Captains,
indicates they are in support of a proposal to have the
balance of 2% monies distributed equally among the companies.
They would also like to see future excesses in this account
distributed in the same manner.
Bryan McNally and Frank Manetta, both bunkers at Station 9,
requested assistance from the Board in obtaining Fire
Department parking permits. They both recited problems in the
parking situation in Collegetown and their inability to
respond to fire calls in a timely manner. Commissioner
Cornelius indicated that action on this request might
circumvent procedures and guidelines already established
relative to volunteers, bunkers, and the incentive program.
Gloria Howell will investigate the matter and report back.
3. Chairperson Cornelius presented a plaque to former
Commissioner Karl Schmid in recognition of his service to the
Fire Department.
4. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to approve the audit dated
September 13, 1988 in the amount of $37,897.14. Comm. Earle
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
Commissioner Cornelius wrote a letter to the City Attorney
expressing the Board's concern regarding financial liability
for the budget. To date there has been no reply.
5. Commissioner Earle made a motion to approve
August 9 and August 30, 1988 meetings; with
that the minutes of the August 30, 1988 mee
reflected in more detail the amount of time
of Fire Commissioners in reviewing the 1989
by Comm. Howell. Carried unanimously.
the minutes of the
one addition -
ting should have
spent by the Board
budget. Seconded
6. Commissioner Earle made a motion to authorize payment to the
Shortstop Deli in the amount of 689.30 for purchases relating
to the fire on 8/16/88, feeding Lansing firefighters on mutual
aid with their ladder truck, and for the department picnic;
also to reimburse Edward Olmstead (petty cash) in the amount
of $58.72 to reimburse shifts for feeding Lansing firefighters
on mutual aid with their ladder truck. Seconded by Comm.
Howell. Carried unanimously.
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September 13, 1988
Page 2
Commissioner Earle made a motion to authorize a request from
Local 737 to reimburse Firefighter Bordoni in the amount of
$74.99 for a pair of boots that were stolen from the fire
station. Seconded by Comm. Howell. Carried unanimously.
Commissioner Earle moved that the Key Fund Account held by
Citizen's Savings Bank (presently dormant) be closed and the
funds turned over to the City Controller. Seconded by Comm.
Howell. Carried unanimously.
7. After discussion, Commissioner Moravec made a motion to
authorize the Chief to request the City of Ithaca to increase
the 1988 Fire Department account 476 (equipment maintenance)
in the amount of $13,000, and increase account 477 (equipment
parts & supplies) in the amount of $18,000 to cover
anticipated overspending. Funds to come from unrestricted
contingency. Seconded by Comm. Howell. Carried unanimously.
The Chief reported that there has been a marked increase in
labor costs, and unanticipated major repairs of vehicles.
8. Commissioner Howell made a motion to make a formal request to
the Mayor for a meeting with him prior to his executive review
of the Fire Department 1989 budget request. Seconded by Comm.
Earle. Carried unanimously. The Chief feels that personnel
requests and items to support additional personnel are the
more important items in the budget request.
9. A special meeting will be called to review and approve engine
specs.
10. Leigh Marshall, President of Local 737, addressed the Board
with a request for their endorsement for a share of 2% fund
distribution. The Union will be requesting the Charter- and
Ordinance Committee to change the City Charter to allow this
distribution. The Board took no action on this request.
Discussion followed regarding distribution of all 2% monies in
excess of the required $90,000 balance. The Board decided to
hold a special meeting and invite all interested parties: ie
volunteer companies, union, vet. volunteers, etc. to express
their opinions on distribution of 2% monies.
Commissioner Howell made the following motion (subject to
review by the City Attorney): to authorize and instruct the
City Chamberlain, as expeditiously as possible, considering
due dates of investments, to liquidate investments as they
mature and divide and distribute equal amounts to the 8
volunteer companies, the balance of 2% funds over $90,000; and
to direct the City Chamberlain to establish separate C.D.'s
and operating account for $90,000. Disbursements to needy
members from $90,000 fund.
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September 13, 1988
Page 3
The $90,000 fund to be reimbursed annually from interest
earned on these accounts only up to $90,000 maximum. Any
additional interest to be divided among the 8 volunteer,
companies at the normal distribution dates.
If the interest generated is not sufficient to reach the
$90,000 limit, the difference needed will be taken from the
remaining 2% monies received during the following year after
1/2 of the funds have been distributed to the Veteran
Volunteer Firemen's Association but before any money is
distributed to the volunteer companies.
The provisions of this resolution will apply until changed by
this Board or some other overriding authority.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Earle. Carried
unanimously.
11. After discussion, Comm. Earle made a motion that the letter
and resolution concerning-ownership of stained glass windows in
Station #5 submitted by Company 5 was received with favor by
the Board of Fire Commissioners, and that the Board endorses
Company 5's claim to ownership of the stained glass windows.
(Company 5'5 resolution is attached to these minutes).
Seconded by Commissioner Howell. Carried unanimously.
12. The Board of Fire Commissioners agreed to write a letter of
support of additional dispatchers and radio system to the
Tompkins County Board of Representatives.
13. Commissioner Cornelius reported on his attendance at the
Police Commissioner's meeting. We will send them notices of
our meetings. The Chief had a meeting with Sgt. Schultz to
discuss police /fire issues. He felt there was a very positive
discussion and also the new police chief is familiar with
concerns and is very interested in resolving issues.
14. Chief's Report:
- The asbestos removal /abatement project is one week behind
schedule due to problems between the City and contractor
regarding method of removal according to specifications of the
bid. Bid ranges were from $44,000 - $132,000 for the
project.
- The Chief announced the schedule of sprinkler demonstrations
for the period September 12 - 19.
- The Chief gave an update on apparatus repairs.
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September 13, 1988
Page 4
- The Fire Protection Agreement between the City and Town of
Ithaca has been amended to include roster personnel of one
full time account clerk - typist and a full time training
officer. This still needs the approval of the B & A Committee
and full Council.
- The Board of Fire Commissioners would like to send of letter
of thanks to the Lansing Fire Department and individual
Lansing Firefighters for their time and assistance in standing
by with their ladder truck while ours were out of service.
14. Assistant Chief VanBenschoten addressed the Board regarding
training issues:
- Last two new member training sessions were cancelled due to
lack of attendance;
- Problem with training officer having to leave on a call - a
Lieutenant on overtime is now dedicated to new member training
(if enough people show for training);
- A.C. VanBenschoten feels we need to look at the way we are
recruiting and retaining volunteers - feels a need to be
drastically overhauled - change training schedules and limit
times for members to join so there can be a more coordinated
training with guaranteed attendance.
- He is also concerned with the sophistication of modern fire
service and the level of volunteer literacy - at present there
is no standard for volunteers.
- Difficulty in identifying which volunteers have which
particular training at an incident. Need some type of
identification system - Deputy Chief Wilbur is investigating a
means of identifying and keeping track of volunteers at
incidents.
- A.C. VanBenschoten would like the Board to consider
volunteer recruitment, minimum physical requirements, minimum
literacy levels; will the Board support revamping the
volunteer system?
- The Chief will provide an operational aspects and
alternatives position paper as it relates to volunteers.
- The Board will discuss this item at a future meeting.
At 10:00 P.M. Comm. Earle moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Seconded by Commissioner Howell. Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Cwl
David Cornelius
Chairperson
HOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 26, 1988
MINUTES
Present: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Howell and Reeves;
Absent: Commissioner Earle.
1. Chairperson Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1635 hrs.
2. Chief Olmstead reported that National Testing conducted an
aerial ladder test on 939 that failed due to a crack in the
base bed. Testing was not completed due to the crack. He
reported it would cost approximately $10,518 for a new rail to
be cut in and put back (if there are no other problems), or
$15,600 to replace with a whole new base section.
After discussion, Commissioner Moravec moved to authorize
repair of the Seagraves aerial at a cost of $15,623 as
recommended by the Chief. Seconded by Commissioner Howell.
Carried unanimously.
3. Budget discussion: The Board of Fire Commissioners had
requested to meet with the Mayor prior to his executive review
- however, he did not respond other than a brief phone call to
Chairperson Cornelius. The Human Services Committee is
meeting tonight and invited the Board to attend to discuss
budget requests.
The Chief outlined cuts that were initially made by the Mayor
and City Controller. The budget increase after the Mayor's
cut is 12.6 %. All additional personnel (except for a part
time volunteer coordinator) and all related personnel items
were deleted, as well as other items.
The Chief indicates that personnel requests in the budget are
a key issue and should have priority. The Firefighter's Union
Safety Committee will also address the Human Services
Committee, Common Council and Town Board regarding personnel
issues as they relate to safety.
The Chief and Board were both critical of the budget process.
Both parties feel they should receive more direction and
authority to make cuts where they feel appropriate.
The meeting concluded at 1745 Hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
ILlL "
David Cornelius
Chairperson
TORRENT HOSE COMPANY NO. 5
1P Ithaca Fire l :lepartment.:
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310 West Green Street
Ithaca, New 'York 14850
RESOLUTION STATING OWNERSHIP AND FUTURE USE OF THE STAINED
GLASS WINDOWS THAT WERE LOCA.,rED IN THE FORMER COMPANY 5
FIRE STATION AT 136 WEST STATE STREET.
WHEREAS, Torrent Hose Company 5 (Company 5) has been in existence
from 1850 to the present time, and
WHEREAS, on March 1, 1882 a motion was passed by Company 5 to
purchase the lot at 136 West State Street, providing the trustees
of the Village of Ithaca erect upon it quarters suitable for the
Company 5 fire company, and
WHEREAS, on August 3, 1882 a motion was passed by Company 5 to
pay the freight for the stained glass windows for the new
quarters, and
WHEREAS, on December 2, 1882 a motion was passed for the Company
5 treasurer to give bonds to the extent of $300.00 to furnish the
rooms, and
WHEREAS, over the years these stained glass windows have been
protected, cared for, repaired and maintained by Company 5, and
WHEREAS, with the'official closing of the Company 5 fire house in
1986 by the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the building would then 'iecome part of the abandoned or
unused building problem, and
WHEREAS, because of our concern for the historic preservation of
these stained glass windows, Comp;xny 5 paid a professional window
service company to have these wintiows removed, properly crated
for their protection, and placed .:n secure storage, and
WHEREAS, the purpose of taking this careful, detailed care of
these stained glass windows is for the professional
reinstallation of these same windows in the new Company 5 Fire
Station to be located on the Ithaca College Campus (1988- 1989),
and
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WHEREAS, these stained glass windows have been, since 1882, and
are the property of Company 5, they will be used only by Company
5 for the continuance of their preservation and the historic
memories they remind our life -long and dedicated members of,,and
WHEREAS, Company 5 has been and still is one of the most active
volunteer fire companies in Tthac< <, and
WHEREAS, the dollar value that the! City of Ithaca and the
surrounding Ithaca community receives from Company 5 members and
their volunteer fire fighting efforts can never be adequately
compensated for, and be it
RESOLVED, that if the City of Ithz.ca truly reaffirms and supports
the volunteer fire fighters in the! Ithaca community (reference
the Human Services /Common Council resolution of July 1988) that
they also support Company 5's future use of these stained glass
windows, and be it further
RESOLVED, that Torrent Hose Company 5 owns and will maintain
these stained glass windows forever.
Passed by Torrent Hose Company 5, August 4, 1988.
8/14/88
NERITON COMPANY No. 9
309 COLLEGE AVE.
SEPTEMBER 13, 1983
Board of Fire Commissioners
Ithaca Fire Department
310 West Green Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Dear Commissioners,
Adequate parking for members of Company Nine is do
issue that needs to be addressed immediately. This fall
there will be five bunkers living at the station without
immediate means for responding to emergencies that occur
outside of the Company Nine district. Valuable time is
being wasted when members have to run with their turnout
gear in hand to reach their vehicles which are usually
parked several blocks away from the station. Time is also
lost while company members search for an available space
each night to satisfy alternate side of the street parking
regulations. Parking within 300 yards of the station is
nearly impossible as most of Collegetown has metered spaces
which are fined after eight a.m. every morning, unless they
are fed prior. Providing nourishment for the meters each
morning is costly and exhausting after returning from three
or four calls that previous night.
This parking problem can be remedied if the
following measures are taken. Each member of Company Nine
who lives at the station this fall and owns a vehicle will
be provided with a city parking permit site specific to area
only. Furthermore, to insure that the maximum distance that
members will have to travel with their gear will be
approximately one hundred yards, we ask that the three slots
closest to the exit of the Dryden Road Parking Garage be
reserved. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ll
cc Edward M. Olmstead, Chief Ithaca Fire Department
Brian Wilbur, Deputy Chief Ithaca Fire Department
H. Mc Ewen, Police Chief City of Ithaca
Director, Ithaca Parking Bureau
City Attorney Ralph Nash
Director of Human Services
Company Captains, Ithaca Fire Department
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
OCTOBER 11. 1988
MINUTES
Present: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Howell, Earle and
Reeves.
1. Chairperson Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1.904 hrs.
2. Alan Saulsbury, of Saulsbury Fire Equipment Company, brought
to the meeting, a state -of -the -art pumper /heavy rescue
combination vehicle that they have recently developed. Board
members and others at the meeting were given a presentation of
the truck's creation, design and function.
3. Commissioner Howell moved approval of the audit dated October
19, 1988 in the amount of $15,904.97. Seconded by Comm.
Earle. Carried unanimously.
4. Commissioner Earle moved that the minutes of the September 13,
1988 meeting be approved with one correction: Commissioner
Reeves was excused from the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner
Howell. Carried unanimously.
Board members asked that the minutes of meetings be made
available before the first Monday of each month.
5. Membership Changes: Commissioner Earle moved approval of the
following membership changes:
a.) Co. #1 - Add Douglas Doxtater
b.) Co. #6 - Add Stuart Carpenter (pending physical)
c.) Co. #7 - ;Add Michael Aug (pending physical)
Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried unanimously.
Co. #6 noted the deaths of members Joseph Kapli and Louis
Frederico. Commissioner Earle feels the Board of Fire
Commissioners should recognize and respond to the families of
volunteer (as well as career) firefighters who pass away. An
appropriate action will be considered at a future meeting.
6. Commissioner Earle moved acceptance of donations of $25.00
from the Presbyterian Mission Apartments and $300.00 from the
Herman Frantz Family, to be deposited in the BFC Donation Fund
Checking Account. Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried
unanimously. Thank you letters will be sent.
7. Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve the request of
the Alternatives Credit Union for use of Central Station
(front room) for feeding volunteers that will be involved in
building a handicapped access ramp to their building from
11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Saturday (October 15), and Friday,
Saturday and Sunday (October 20 -23). Seconded by Comm. Earle.
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October 11, 1988
Page 2
Discussion followed regarding past history of allowing the
public to use Central Station for various purposes. By not
charging a fee, the room was in use almost constantly and
frequently was misused (not cleaned, etc.), and the Fire
Department was having trouble using the room for its.own
activities. Therefore, it was determined that it could be
used only for Fire Department related activities.
The Board felt they would agree to this request as it did not
interfere with department operations, but any future requests
would be considered on a case by case basis. The motion
carried unanimously.
B. City Attorney Ralph Nash reported to the Board that they (BFC)
have legal authority to distribute 2% funds over the $90,000
required balance as resolved at the last BFC meeting. As
State law changes January 1, 1989 that overrides local laws,
the BFC will no longer (after 1/1/89) have the authority to
distribute 2% funds as has been done in the past.
Attorney Nash recommended that funds distributed to volunteer
companies in 1988 be attached to a hold harmless clause
against future liability in the event someone may litigate,
that volunteer companies would be required to sign. The Board
feels this is a good idea and Attorney Nash will draft a
document.
2% funds that are generated before 1/1/89 are eligible for
distribution as described by the BFC i.e. investments that do
not mature until after 1/1/89. Mr. Nash will coordinate the
distribution with City Chamberlain Parsons.
Bill Sullivan, speaking on behalf of the Veteran Volunteers,
indicated that legislative history regarding distribution of
2% funds to the Vet Volunteers, indicates a discrepancy in the
new law that takes affect 1/1/89. He and Attorney Nash will
collaborate on this issue and seek advice of the State
Comptroller's office for clarification.
In conclusion, 2% funds over and above the $90,000 required
balance, that have been and will be generated before 1/1/89
will be distributed equally to the 8 volunteer companies, as
they become available. After 1/1/89, the Board of Fire
Commissioners will not be involved in distribution of 2% funds
as dictated by new State law.
9. Commissioner Howell moved approval of Company 7's request for
use of their truck for a Halloween Parade on Sunday, October
30, 1988, if in the opinion of the Chief, it will not
interfere with the operations of the Department. Seconded by
Commissioner Reeves. Carried unanimously.
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October 11, 1988
Page 3
10. Commissioner Howell presented a report on the parking request
of bunkers at Station #9. At present, there is no conclusion
or solution; further investigation is required. A cnpy.of her
report will be sent to Station #f.
11. Monthly Reports/Chisf's Comm�mications
- Regular monthly reports will be presented at the next
meeting;
- The Complaint Activity Report from Deputy Chief Wilbur was
distributed;
- The Chief reported on the state of apparatus:
933 and 909 to Nuttall in May - many problems. Aerial
platform removed - required a technician from Baker
Engineering to insure that it was replaced properly. National
Testing indicated much work needed to be done to 933 - to
Brewster, NY for one week to fix. Nuttall person here for two
days to finish up odds and ends.
Nuttal would like to have aerial back for one month - if we do
this we are without an aerial during this period.
Negotiations with Nuttall may allow a lower price and we would
have the work done locally.
All this holds up warranty work on 902 - will go to Dunmore,
PA when 909 is back in service.
All in all, the Chief is very uncomfortable with the contract
and work with Nuttall.
90+ passed the pump tc5t u+ Saulsbury - however, the reouilt
motor from last year needs to be done again. The Chief feels
that far too much money would be spent to repair 904 and
recommends that Engine 90q and a reserve engine now at
Caskey's being used for parts, be declared surplus equipment
and auctioned off by the City of Ithaca. Commissioner Huwell
moved approval of the Chief's recommendation. Seconded by
Commissioner Reeves. Carried unanimously. Engine 907 will be
used as a reserve for the time being with assurances that when
apparatus is repaired, the engine will be located at station 7
as much as possible.
- After discussion, Commissioner Earle moved to authorize the
Chief to proceed with the bidding process for two pumper
trucks, pending any questions the Board may have on the final
bid specs. Seconded by Commissioner Moravec. The vote was as
follows:
05A Commissioners Moravec, Cornelius, Earle and Howell;
Ab5t±jny Commissioner Reeves.
The motion carried.
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October 11, 1988
Page 4
The Chief reported that advertisements for bids will appear in
the paper beginning Saturday, October 15; pre -bid conference
will be held on November 7; bid opening will be on November
22.
12. Commissioner Reeves moved the reappointment of David Cornelius
to the T.C. Fire Advisory Board. Seconded by Comm. Moravec.
Carried unanimously.
Commissioner Howell moved the appointment of Dan Rhoads as
alternate to the T.C. Fire Advisory Board. Seconded by Comm.
Earle. Carried unanimously.
13. Volunteers Dan Rhoads and Lyle Neigh reported on their
volunteer recruitment efforts on the Commons this week. So
far 73 man hours of time has generated a possible 9 new
volunteers. Their goal is 20. Recruitment will also take
place at Top's Market October 21 -23 and at the East Hill P &C.
Recruitment of volunteers from the Town of Ithaca is also a
goal.
Commissioner Cornelius reported the BFC received an
acknowledgement of our support for additional dispatchers and
radio equipment from T.C. Board of Reps Chairman James Mason.
However, indications are that the request will not be approved
by the Budget Committee.
- A response from City Attorney Nash regarding the RFC's
concern of personal liability regarding budget spending did
not fully address the question. A copy of his letter will be
given to BFC members.
At 2120 hrs. Commissioner Earle moved that the meeting be
adjourned. Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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David H. Cornelius
Chairperson
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
DECEMBER 29, 1988
AGENDA
1. ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
2. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO FIRE COMMISSIONERS
3. AUDIT
4. MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1988 MEETING
5. AUTHORIZATION FOR FOOD PURCHASES: 128 -130 W. STATE ST.
12/21/88
- REIMBURSE DAVID CYNOSKE: $12.29 (soda)
- REIMBURSE "A" SHIFT FOR COFFEE: $3.00
- SHORTSTOP: $22.88
6. PUMPER BIDS
7. CHIEF'S REPORT
8. NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 1989.
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NOVEMBER 8, 1988 \ i
MINUTES
Present : Commissioners Cornelius, Reeves, Howell , and Earle.
Absent : Commissioner Moravec - Excused
Chairman Cornelius called the meeting to order at 1903 hrs.
1 . Persons wishing to speak to the Fire Commissioners - no one.
2. Commissioner Reeves moved to approve the audit dated 11/8/88
in the amount of $49, 153.28. Seconded by Commissioner Howell .
Carried unanimously.
3. Commissioner Howell moved to approve the minutes of the
October 11 , 1988 meeting as written. Seconded by Comm.
Reeves. Carried unanimously .
4. Commissioner Howell moved authorization of reimbursement to D
Shift for food expenses on 10/22/88 - Snowy Saturday , in the
amount of $15.00. Seconded by Commissioner Reeves . Carried
unanimously.
5. Commissioner Howell made a motion to authorize reimbursement
of $14.72 from the Donation Fund to Firefighter Bill Baker for
repair of his personal pager that was damaged at an incident .
Seconded by Comm. Reeves. Carried unanimously.
Chairman Cornelius noted that a check in the amount of $18.62
from the Donation Fund is being sent to the City of Ithaca for
closing of the key fund account as previously approved .
b. a request for use of Station 7 by the Cub Scouts was referred
to Co . 7 for their input and report back to the Board for
consideration.
7. A request for use of a fire vehicle by Co . 9 for a parade was
approved by a telephone poll on November 4, 1988 - all
Commissioners were in agreement , that if it did not interfere
with the daily operations of the Department , that Co . 9 be
allowed to participate in the parade with an engine.
8. Without any objections, the time of the regular meeting on
December 13, 1988 will be moved to 4:30 P.M.
9. The Chief presented monthly reports of volunteer responses,
response statistics, and Fire Prevention Bureau activities.
10. Chief's report :
A. Apparatus repair update:
- Ladder 9 aerial test by National Testing on Dec . 16;
- Engine 9 repairs should be completed by Nuttal by
Nov. 16;
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November 8, 1988
Page 2
- Engine 2 to Dunmore, PA (American LaFrance) when Engine
9 returns. Probably will have to be taken on a flatbed
truck ;
- Engine 1 leaking water at the rate of 15 gal . /hr . May
be used for only heavy rescue in the future.
After a lengthy discussion of problems and opinions regarding
vehicle maintenance, the following resolution was unanimously
adopted :
BE IT RESOLVED: WHEREAS, it is apparent from Section 6.4,
paragraph 1 of the Ithaca City Charter , Powers and Duties of
the Board of Fire Commissioners, that control and management
of all apparatus, fire alarm systems, equipment , appliances,
supplies, buildings and employees exclusively in the fire
department service is empowered to the Board of Fire
Commissioners.
AND WHEREAS, the Board of Fire Commissioners had delegated the
operational aspect of apparatus care to the Fire Chief.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Board of Fire Commissioners
views with disfavor any abrogation or diversion of that
responsibility to any other authority.
B. A pre-bid conference for 2 pumper trucks was held . 29
sets of bid specs were sent out , 3 attended pre-bid
conference, and it is hoped to receive 6 or 7 actual bids.
Specs for the heavy rescue will be available soon.
C. The Chief reported on a schedule for 1989 budget
discussions. He stressed the importance of attendance and
participation in these discussions by the Board , Union,
volunteers and anyone interested . Some dates are:
11/ 10/88 - Town of Ithaca Board Meeting
11/ 16/88 - Common Council B & A Meeting
12/01/88 - City Public Hearing
12/07/88 - Common Council final approval
The Union is strongly supporting personnel requests:
information gathering , a series of public awareness
announcements on radio stations, attendance at meetings , and a
press conference.
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November 8, 1988
Page 3
11 . Other :
Chairman Cornelius reported the City Attorney has recommended
the release of 2% funds when waivers against future claims are
received from the Union and Vet . Volunteers (as opposed to the
volunteer companies as originally proposed ) .
Also , City Attorney Nash and Dick Booth , Chairman of the
Charter & Ordinance Committee will be contacted regarding the
new State law's ( 1 /1 /89) affect on local law regarding
distribution of 2'/. funds.
At 2036 hrs. , the Board moved into Executive Session to discuss a
request from a needy member .
At 2041 hrs. , the Board resumed open session. Commissioner Earle
moved that a request from a needy member of Co . #9 be approved as
submitted. Seconded by Comm. Howell . Carried unanimously.
The meeting concluded at 2044 hrs.
Respectfully submitted,
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David H. Cornelius, Chairman
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
DECEMBER 29, 1988
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec, Reeves and Earle;
EXCUSED: Commissioner Howell.
Chairman Cornelius called the special meeting to order at 1635 hrs.
1. Additions/deletions to the agenda: None
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2. Persons wishing to speak to the Board: None
3. Commissioner Reeves made a motion to approve the audit dated
December 29, 1988 in the amount of $12,911.91. Commissioner Moravec
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously.
4. The minutes of the December 13, 1988 meeting were approved with
one correction: p. 2, #14: Reimbursement for a damaged' watch will
be made up to $30.00 upon receiving a receipt and a letter from
Co. #7 indicating company approval of this request.
5. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to authorize payment :of purchases
to the Shortstop and reimbursement to David Cynoske and 4"A" shift
relative to an incident on 12/21/88. Seconded by Commiiaioner Reeves.
Carried unanimously.
The Board will send thank you letters to Mr. Donut, Manos Diner and
McDonald's on the Commons for their contributions during this
incident.
6. Commissioner Moravec made a motion to authorize the Chief to rebid
for 2 pumpers after some modifications in the specifications.
Seconded by Commissioner Earle. The vote was as follows:
Yes: Commissioners Cornelius, Moravec and Earle;
Abstention: Commissioner Reeves.
The motion carried.
7. Chief's Report - no report.
8. Commissioner Moravec reported that he will be out of town for the
next regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 1989.
9. The meeting adjourned at 1705 hrs.
Cectfuiryeba4tted,
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David H. Cornelius, Chairman