November 10, 2004

Present: President Alan Ackley, Vice President Peter Legnos, Clerk Monica Knaff, Treasure

Thomas Santacroce, Chief Todd Paige, Fire Marshal Michael Richards and Administrative Assistant Jamie Muhlack

Absent: Director Tammy de la Cruz and Deputy Chief Russell Shaw

Alan Ackley opened the meeting at 7:18 p.m. The clerk announced the call to order with the time, date and place. Roll call was taken to establish a quorum. A moment of silence and a pledge to the flag followed.

Reports and Communications

Chief Todd Paige’s report was accepted for the record.

The pickup truck purchase was discussed concerning the advantages of using Brustolon or Mallon.

The president directed the chief to have the deputy chief forward his written report of the clerk.

Fire Marshal Michael Richards’ report was accepted for the record.

Kings Heights area was discussed. 99 Restaurant and the removal of 500 tons of Contaminated Soil were discussed.

Administrative Assistant Jamie Muhlack’s report was accepted for the record.

The Clerk Monica Knaff thanked the district for the donation to L & M Hospital in her sister Theresa Marlowe name.

Unfinished Business:

The purchase of the pickup truck was discussed.

MOTION: It was moved by Peter Legnos, seconded by Tom Santacroce to accept the bid for the GMC ¾ ton HD 4x4 pickup with crew cab from the Brustolon dealership in the amount of $24,081.00, and unanimously passed.

New Business:

A discussion followed concerning the appointment of the Deputy Fire Marshal. The chief explained that it is the practice of the department to have the captains appointed Deputy Fire Marshal. This position saves the Duty Officer from calling the Fire Marshall during off shifts.

MOTION: It was moved by Monica Knaff, seconded by Peter Legnos to appoint Capt. Timothy Driscoll as a Deputy Fire Marshal, and unanimously passed.

Rescheduling the postponed meeting to have the presentation and explanation of the process for accreditation and self assessment was discussed. It was decided to hold the presentation at the regular meeting in December.

Mr. Parfitt left a letter with the executive secretary. It was decided to hold this letter until Mr. Parfitt is present to explain his intent.

Good of the Department:

Captain Driscoll’s accomplishments in Fire Marshal school were discussed. The chief said he did very well. This school is extensive. It would be five or six months long if taken sequentially.

The chief said Retired Chief Ed Amatrudo became ill and the department sent him flowers.

Presentation and payment of bills:

The treasurer presented the bill to be paid in the month of September in the amount of $88,137.83 and the manual checks in the amount of $1,580.37

MOTION: It was moved by Peter Legnos, seconded by Monica Knaff to accept the figure of $88,137.83 and the manual checks in the amount of $1,580.37, for the bills to be paid in November, and passed unanimously.

MOTION: At 8:06 pm it was MOVED, SECONDED and CARRIED to adjourn.

Respectfully submitted:

Monica R. Knaff