WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE

AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Fire and Rescue Association was held December 19, 2002 at South Hagerstown fire station.

President Jason Baer called the meeting to order. Jason gave the invocation.

ROLL CALL - All member companies were present except Community Rescue & Smithsburg Ambulance.

GUEST Robert Jacobs 2^nd Vice President of MSFA was present. He said a survey was sent out by the MSFA in regard to how the MSFA can better serve you. They have only received a few from Washington County. Please fill the survey out and get it back to use.

Robert handed out a MSFA list of committee’s for 2003-2004 . If you are interested, please fill out and return to Terry Thompson.

In early spring the Fire grant money will be coming out. You need to be thinking about your request for this.

State low interest loan fund has been depleted; funds will become available as loans are repaid. We are looking for additional funds.

Raffle tickets have been given out.

Individual memberships, if you qualify for the tax incentive you are automatically a member of the MSFA

Maryland Fallen Firefighter Memorial, committee is selling bricks for the memorial they are $100 each.

The three presidents of MSFA met with Gov. elect Ehrlich to present the associations legislative concerns.

DICK METETALL. – Thanked for support on the tower issue. If you have not sent in your letter of support please do so.

EMS operational fund at this point will not be cut. They are dedicated funds.

Frederick Association is meeting every month now so Dick will alternate these meetings.

CRS ambulances will be reinspected January 8^th. If you have a 1^st. responder unit and would like to have it inspected contact Brigitte we could inspect it on January 8^th. Also. Company 59 will be inspected at a later date.

MINUTES - Minutes of the November meeting was approved. Minutes of the special executive meeting were approved as corrected (add date December 12,2002).

TREASURER’S REPORT - Charlie gave a balance of $236,024.65. Budget committee needs your request by Jan 15^th.

All companies need to have your utility bills in by January 15^th. if bills are not turned in you will not be paid.

Your state association dues were paid out of the gaming money. County dues are paid on the fiscal, any they will be paid out of gaming money.

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OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS

Jason reported in regard to the resolution passed by the commissioners. The steering committee met with Joe to discuss the resolution.

The three presidents of the association met with Vice President Bill Wivell, to discuss the resolution. He stated that if the association went on record as being opposed to the resolution giving the director of emergency services the authority over fire and rescue, he would work with us to resend that resolution.

There was a letter from Rod Shoop, stating the commissioners agreed that the decision to fill the vacancy remains the responsibility of the Fire & Rescue Association.

On the resolution Jason has contacted two attorneys, he has a reply from one and is waiting to hear from the other. Until he hears from both there will be no action taken. We need to see if this resolution is legal.

In reference to road maps, Joe Kroboth sent a fax stating maps are available. The last time they were updated was May 2002. Let the association know what maps you need.

We had a request from the Washington County Dive Team, asking for information on submitting a request for funding. There was a question on weather this was a dive team of the county or of a company. This has never been a committee of the association. The dive team has been working out of company 29. Company 29 has not asked for funding or permission to start a new service. It is Jason’s understanding that the team is made up of members from other companies. Jason forwarded the information to Joe.

1^st. VCE PRESIDENT - The executive committee met December 12,2002 to discuss the proposed by-laws. The executive committee is submitting a final document .

EMS SPECIALIST - Brigitte had a written report. She said Charlie gave her a task to find out where our pagers are. Brigitte has paged the numbers and no one has answered the call. We need to get the pagers in.

Training report there was an EMT-B class scheduled but only had 4 people sign up for it. There is a rescue class scheduled for January 9^th, closing date is December 20^th.

LOSAP - Skip reported corrections on hand out for LOSAP Coordinators. LOSAP data for year2002 must be done before January 16, 2002 Data will not be accepted after January16 2002,

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT - Sympathy cards were sent to the families of John Guhn - Halfway Fire Co., Paul French – Williamsport Fire and Ambulance, Ray Webb - Maugansville Fire Co.

Leonard had no address for John Lewis Engine 4. Get well cards were sent to Dill Snodderly – Air Unit 25, Ray Lushbaugh Engine 1, and Dick Prather Air Unit 25

BY LAW COMMITTEE - Rick said the proposed by laws handed out of tonight are what came out of the meeting at Clear springs December 12^th. There is one correction on next to last page Article XI, section 4 there needs to be brackets around the word three. There were a few type-o, which Rick is aware of. Anything in brackets will be deleted, anything in bold will be added.

There was a question regarding committees and LOSAP points. Our officers and committees run on a fiscal year and LOSAP points run on a calendar year.

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Rick asked if we should go ahead with the proposed by laws as they are, and come back later to take care of the problem with the LOSAP points? A motion was made by Jay Grimes to accept the by laws as presented, and make changes on LOSAP at a later date. The motion was seconded and carries.

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The by laws will be voted on at our next regular meeting.

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE - Glen Fishack reported the committee met with our legislators, the main topic was what effect the slots would have on our tip jar money and how would make up the lose if any?

Other issues were also discussed. Glen felt we have good contact with Senator Munson’s office as his daughter Becky will be working in his office.

NEW BUSINESS - As a delegate from Clear spring Fire Co. Tom Altman wanted to go on record that Company 4 was opposed to the resolution passed by the County Commissioners concerning emergency services. Tom made a motion that the association go on record to oppose this resolution and contact Commissioner Wivell , asking his help in rescinding this resolution. Motion was seconded and carried with a roll call vote of 12 for, 10 no and 2 abstained.

GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION NEXT MEETING will be hosted by Longmeadow Fire Co. at Maugansville Ruritan.

Respectfully submitted

Barbara Keister, Secretary

THE WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER

FIRE AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held November 21, 2002 At Smithsburg Ambulance Company.

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.

ROLL CALL All member companies were present except companies 75 and 12.

The following Association Officers were present. President Jason Baer, 1^st. V. President Tom Altman, 2^nd. President Jack Latimer,Treasurer Charles Shindle, Secretary Barbara Keister, Asst. Secretary Sam Murry, and Ch aplain Leonard Horst

GUEST The Association presented plaques to Maryland State Police Trooper 1^st. Class Richard Poffenberger Jr. for his roll in the capture of the D. C. sniper suspects. Also to Trooper 1^st. Class Wayne Smith for his roll in the capture of the D.C. sniper suspects and for his 22 years of Volunteer service with the Smithsburg Fire Company, Others representing the Maryland State Police were 1^st. Sgt. Richard Narron, 1^st. Sgt. Kevin Lewis, and Cecile Bittinger Retired State Police.

MSFA Memorial Committee Chairman Donald Moony was present and gave a report on the State Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial. They have received over $100,000. and money is still being sent in.

They are looking at donations form places like Maryland Hospital Association and the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. The Committee will be selling Memorial bricks, $100. each.

Lee Sachs member of the MSFA Executive Committee was present and gave remarks. Lee is also a candidate for 2^nd. Vice President.

Charles Abrecht MSFA Executive Committee (representative for Frederick and Washington Counties). He reported there are two companies in Washington County that does not have their statistical reports in they are Longmeadow Fire and Hancock Fire.

Doyle Cox MSFA Executive Committee and Individual Membership Committee. He said at the last executive meeting they authorized the Armed Forces Benefit Association, (this is the company that provides Life insurance for all of our miality across the would) to issue the individual members a low payment life insurance. This is for all fire and ems personal that sign up for this. For more details please send in request form for representative to come to your station (form sent to all companies).

The executive committee also authorized the membership committee to waev the fee for two years if you are eligible now for the income tax subtraction.

Nextell phone program State association has intered a contract with Nextell. You will get 10% off any service plan and 30% of equipment and no connect fee. More information contacts Kristin Koon at 301-252-5422.

Bobby Balta MSFA Safety Committee, Bobby is a candidate for 2^nd. Vice President of the MSFA. He talked about highway incidents you should positiation you equipment to protect your personal.always deploy on impact, they will if you cut into a high-pressure cylinder when you are extricating the patient.

POLICE LIAISON Sgt. Kevin Lewis MSP had no report. Capt. Doug. Mullendore Sheriff’s Dept. reported on new phone numbers for the Sheriff’s Dept. (hand out).

MINUTES Having no correction to the October minutes they were approved as received.

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TRESURER’S REPORT - Charlie reported a balance of $255,542.86 in our checking account. The report was approved.

OFFICER’S REPORT

Jason reported the association has a 1989 Chevrolet that is excess and in very poor condition. If Vo-tech does not want it, it will be junk. Any company that would like to have it for extrication class first company that calls gets it.

Jason also stated the Association presented Rayloc Corp. of Hancock with a plaque at the County Commissioners meeting. In recognition of the company’s allowing their workers to leave work to answer fire and EMS calls.

There will be an Executive Committee Meeting December 12^th . At Clear spring Activity Building at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the proposed By-Laws.

Jason informed us that Bob Cumberland has been terminated. It was felt Bob was not willing to give the time needed for the job.

This position will be advertised and filled.

1^st. Vice President - Tom Altman reminded us of the meeting at Clear spring Dec. 12^th.this is a very important meeting. He also stated he stands behind the decision on Bob’s termination.

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2^nd. Vice-President – Jack agreed with what Tom stated about Bob it was unfortunate, but it was a business decision.

Jack also mentioned the event the association sponsored about three weeks ago. The speaker from New York Fire Dept. on 9/11 was very good We did not do a very good job on advertising the event. He thinks we need to come up with a better way of getting the information out.

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT - Leonard sent sympathy cars to the families of J. C. Horn – Williamsport Fire Co. on the death of his father, and Fred Cole III – Williamsport Fire Co. on the death of his father. Also the Ray May Sr. family – Fairplay on his death.

A Get Well card was sent to Robert Mc Custer Hancock Fire Co.

Ronnie Gray has had additional surgery on his leg. Please remember him.

EMS SPECILIST - Brigitte had a written report. Brigitte still needs a way to tract providers. Annajean calls her trying to find what company providers belong to in reference to their 1^st. reports of injury.

EMS Committee meeting is cancelled and members are asked to attend the public meeting at Greenbrier in reference to the new towers.

Fire Depts. PLEASE MARK YOU EMS EQUIPMENT WITH COOUNTY 21. so it can be retrieved when it goes down the road.

We now have a Region II Q.A. committee we can now share information between the counties, and documentation is a problem in both counties. We will try to work on this.

Middletown had a Life pack fail, you are required to fill you the FDA report and it will be followed up.

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Director of Emergency Services - Joe had a written report please read. He has not received reports for 508 money, from the following companies. 1-2-4-7-13-27-&75. THAT WAS DUE NOV. 15^TH. Please send to Joe Kroboth, the Association office or fax to Budget and Finance Dept at 240-313-2301

A form was handed out to request a Frederick County Radio.

County Commissioners did accept the five people we recommended for the Advisory Board. Butch Bloom’s term will expire in March 2003

BUDGET - Jay Grimes reminded us to get our request for the budget in by January 1^st.

Fire Police - Written report was handed out. Doug Snow said if you are interested in Fire Tags contact him.

Police Liaison - Sgt. Kevin Lewis MSP had no report. Cat. Doug. Mullendore handed out a list of new phone numbers for he Sheriff’s office.

Computer Committee - Skip passed out information sheets on new configuration for Page Net Pro with Arch communication.

Skip also reported county I.D. tags have been completed for the following companies –6,8,7,9,10,11,16,19,26,27,29,& 75.

Committee has received fire incident reports from all companies except 2-4-7-26

Our web page will be updated as we get information, put on floppy disk and get to the office.

Jason said he has added Dale Martin to the computer committee to help Skip and Rick.

Jason said the Chief’s officers meeting will be December 8^th at station 49 at 16:30

Rehab Unit – Written report was given.

Old Business - At the last meeting it was brought up about getting up dated road maps. Joe Kroboth was asked to looking to this.

New Business Jay Grimes told us about the problems we have had over the years getting things implemented into 911 center. This has been discussed at the Emergency Service Council. He recommends that we let 911 Center get things on the move, sending recommendation to chief’s committee for their approveal or enhancement.

Jay made a motion he would like us to support the fact, that the 911 center make the recommendation of change and send to chief committee. After giving chief’s committee 30 days to send in any enhancement to 911 center they would like to see, they would be approved to go ahead and do it. Roll call vote 2 for 20 against 0 abstentions.

It was recommended this go to the steering committee for discussion.

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REMARKS FOR GOOD OF THE ASSOICATION NEXT MEETING WILL BEE AT South Hagerstown

Blaine has 12 pictures out of 34 presidents PLEASE HELP we want to put this pictures in the office.

Dan Grove and Jason will discuss the picnic and report back.

Meeting adjourned at 9:15

Respectfully submitted

Barbara Keister, Secretary

WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE

AND RESCUE ASSOCIATATION

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The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held October 17, 2002, at Hancock Fire Station hosted by Hancock Ambulance.

1st.Vice President Tom Altman called the meeting to order. Chaplain Leonard Horst gave the Invocation.

ROLL CALL - All member companies were present except Community Rescue, South Hagerstown Fire, and Mt.Aetna Fire. Sharpsburg Fire and Smithsburg Ambulance.

The following officers were present 1^st. Vice President Tom Altman, Treasure Charlie Shindle, Secretary Barbara Keister, Asst. Secretary Sam Murray and Chaplain Leonard Horst.

GUEST Peggy Martin was present to talk about Emergency Evacuation for Disabled People. She will get in touch with Brigitte to discuss some issues.

Dick Mettetal was present and talked about the D.O.T. grants.

State Fire Marshal Allen Gosnell said he has received guidelines for inspection of haunted hoses and corn mazes (Not a required inspection). He also thanked everyone for working with him.

MSFA 1^st Vice President Terry Thompson was present and said, a donation of $211,000 was collected for New York fallen firefighters. It was determined that the money would go to the widows and children.

The Boot drive for the Maryland Fallen Fire Fighters has $50,000 now and more money is to be turned in.

The State Association is sending a survey out asking what the association can do for you.

Sgt. Kevin Lewis, Md. State Police and Sgt. Randy Wilkinson Washington Co. Sheriff’s Dept. was present but had no report.

MINUTES A motion was made by Steve Mitchell, seconded by Dan Grove to approve the September minutes. Motion carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT - Charlie reported a balance of $268,599.30 in our bank account.

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COMMITTEE REPORTS

EMS SPECIALIST Brigitte had a written report. She reported that the Hospital is back as a level III trauma Center. And the Citizens Emergency Preparedness Day will be November 15,2003 at Robin Wood Medical Center.

STATE EMS COMMITTEE Wayne reported the State EMS is sending a letter in reference to the communication towers. They are also looking at new Inspections for ambulance.

EMS COMMITTEE - Committee is to take another look at the extra ambulance.

COMPUTER COMMITTEE – Fire reports are to be in by the 10^th. of the month.

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT – A sympathy card was sent to the family of Milton Gay, Potomac Valley Fire Co. A Get Well card was sent to President Jason Baer. It was reported he and Ronnie Gray are doing well.

FIRE POLICE - Doug. Snow reported his report would be faxed out.

OFFICE BUILDING – Charlie reported the floor has been repaired and a new door was installed.

There were written reports from Administrative planner, Director of Emergency Services

And Rehab Unit.

OLD BUSINESS - There was a discussion on voting on the By- Laws. Charlie said he made a motion last month to discuss the proposed changes at October meeting, and vote on them in November. He said he looked at this as a committee report. At this point the chair rejected the proposed by-laws.

NEW BUSINESS - There was a question on where to get up to date road maps? Bardonna Woods will look into this.

GOOD OF THE ASSOICATION - NEXT MEETING AT COMPANY 79.

Members from the floor expressed concerns in regard to the newspaper articles on company mergers. The chair Tom Altman suggested we have an executive committee meeting

Respectfully submitted,

Barbara Keister Secretary

WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE

AND RESCUE ASSOCITATION

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held September 19, 2002 at Boonsboro Fire Station, hosted by Boonsboro Ambulance Company.

President Jason Baer called the meeting to order. The Invocation was give by Chaplain Leonard Horst

ROLL CALL All member companies were present except companies 19,79 & 2.

GUEST.

State Fire Marshal Allan Gosnell was present he reminded us of opening in the fire marshal’s office he would like to have someone from Washington County hired.

Capt Doug Mullendore from the Sheriff’s Dept was present he had no report.

Sgt. Kevin Lewis from Maryland State Police. Kevin will be replacing John Sexton as liaison with the association.

Rick Lillard with DNR was present and said those companies that applied to the Volunteer Fireman’s assistance fund should have received a letter in reference to their money.

MINUTES For clarification of last month’s minutes. The Fire House documentation will cover what went on at the scene. However if you are injured you must fill out a first report for the County insurance.

The minutes were approved as received.

TREASURER’S REPORT - Charlie reported a balance of $317,139.04 in our checking/saving account.

Dues for the county association, dues for the State association for the calendar year 2003 were deducted from your gaming money. A statement was included with your check showing deductions made.

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OFFICER’S REPORT

PRESIDENT Jason thanked all companies that took part in the 911 Memorial Service. He also thanked all companies that participated in the Boot Drive. Money received will go to the Maryland Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Annapolis.

LOSAP The association was invited to a meeting with the county’s financial people responsible for investing money for county employees pensions.

We are still working to have a meeting with actuary for county in reference to LOSAP.

CHAPLAIN - Leonard sent sympathy cards to the families of Ronnie Van Meter Hancock Fire Co. on death of their baby, and Dolye E. Cox Chairman of MSFA Executive Committee 2001-2002 on death of his father.

Get well cards were sent to Ronnie Gray Chief of Potomac Valley Fire Co., and Gerald A Glaubitz Past President of the MSFA.

Arnold Martin reported Ronnie Gray wanted to thank us for the calls and cards he received.

Leonard’s pager number is 301-745-2090 .

EMS SPECIALIST - Brigitte had a written report - PLEASE READ. She emphasized the need for support of both communication towers ( Lambs Knoll and State highway on Rt 65). Region II Council is sending letters of support, and hopes to get endorsement for our EMS committee and the Association.

Brigitte will meet with Blue Ridge Summit in reference to their members that are Maryland certified, they need to follow Maryland protocols in Maryland.

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER - PLEASE READ WRITTEN REPORT - Bob reminded us of the Open burning ban the County Commissioners enacted Sept 10,2002.

State statistical for 2001 have not been received from Hancock Fire and Longmeadow Fire. We ask that these companies get their reports in as soon as possible so Washington County can have 100%.

Federal Legislation bill introduced to extend benefits in the PSOB.

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STEERING COMMITTEE - The fee schedule for the county ambulance was passed by the steering committee. Tom Altman felt this should be looked at again. Jason said the steering committee would discuss this at their meeting.

FIRE POLICE - Doug. Snow had a written report. He also said if you have a question about the Fire Police budget contact him, don’t give his men a hard time.

STANDARD’S - EMS Standard Guidelines – Title QA/QI were handed out, the EMS Committee approved this July 23, 2002.

EMERGENCY SERVICES Joe Kroboth was not present but did provide a written report.

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE - committee is planning a forum with the candidates before the election.

STATE EMS COMMITTEE- Committee is working on certification and license for EMT-s and CRT’s will be the same throughout the state. Committee is also looking at a scholarship program for paramedic’s.

Next meeting will be at station 79.

REHAB UNIT – Jason met with Terry Smith and got several items clarified. An income and expense report was given out.

BY-LAWS - At last months meeting changes to the proposed by –laws were requested. The new proposed by-laws were handed out.

A motion was made by Charlie Shindle to accept the committee’s report and hold discussions next month, and to accept or reject the by-laws at our November meeting. The motion was seconded and carried.

CHIEF’S COMMITTEE - Committee will meet next month. Brigitte reported Dr Riggle will be at Chief’s meeting in reference to the Hospital coming back as a level III

Trauma Center.

PICNIC COMMITTEE - Committee will meet soon to plan next years picnic.

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OLD BUSINESS - The issue of using audio tapes at our meeting. Rick and Steve Heefner were appointed to look into this issue. No report yet.

Gaming stickers - Tom said there is always something different; He is still working on the problem. Tom also reminded us we have to keep wining tickets from tip jars for three years.

Capt. Mullendore - In reference to the release of 911 tapes. Dir. of Emergency Services has come up with a policy for the release of the tapes, and the request has to be in writing. Doug said if you think you may need a tape, you should request Headquarter to hold that tape as they are reused.

Anyone looking for an old Sheriff’s vehicle you need to contact Joe Kroboth.

Charlie said our books are back from the auditors and they passed with flying colors.

Also the contractor is at the office on a limited basis, floors at entrance need repaired. There are a few other items that will be done.

Charlie said to Tom and Donnie when gaming commission gives you a ruling you need to get it in letterform. They have to site the law when they put ruling in a letter.

NEW BUSINESS - Blaine made a motion for the Association to send a letter to the proper people in support of the new communication towers. Seconded by Harry Gossard and carried.

There was a question as to why the fire companies are being dispatched on accident for clean up when that is the job of the tow truck driver? When Fire Company calls Headquarters for times; they are told they were requested by police agency. What can be done about this? Doug. Mullendore said he would get with Joe on this problem.

Donnie Shumaker asked about the length of meets, could we have a starting time and a closing time? A start and stop time is not permitted, but there can be a limit on how long a member can talk.

GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION -

NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT HANCOCK FIRE STATION HOSTED BY HANCOCK AMUBLANCE.

REMINDER WE NEED TO GET OUT AND VOTE

Respectfully submitted, Barbara Keister, Secretary

WASINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEEER FIRE

AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held August 15, 2002 at Potomac Valley Fire Station.

President Jason Baer called the meeting to order. The Invocation was given by Arnold Martin member of company 11.

ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Companies 4 -12 - Eng. 2 - Truck 1 - and Co. 26 .

GUEST

State Fire Marshal Allen Gosnell was present. He reminded us the state would soon be advertising for he position of Deputy State Fire Marshal. he had hand outs with information.

Dr. Stephen Kotch EMS Medical Director wanted to make clear that Washington County Hospital will take any trauma patient. The task force and others are working on getting the trauma center reinstated.

They are also looking at other hospitals they can fly patients to

Capt. Doug. Mullendore stated we should be looking at what the candidates for commissioners are saying about fire and rescue.

Doug also recommended that the association should go before the commissioners to present our budget.

MINUTES - July minutes stated the county commissioner will pa y 75% of our utilities. Correction will pay 50% of our ulities for the calendar year 2002, and 75% for calendar year 2003.

Minutes were approved as corrected.

TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie reported a balance of $173,350.15. Gaming money has been sent out. We receive our check about a month after it is in the paper.

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held July 18 2002, at Clear Spring Ambulance Station.

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The Invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.

ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Sharpsburg Ambulance.

OFFICERS present were President Jason Baer, 1^st. Vice President Tom Altman, 2^nd.Vice President Jack Latimer, Secretary Barbara Keister, Asst. Secretary Sam Murray, Treasurer Charles Shindle, Asst. Treasurer Rick Hemphill and Chaplain Leonard Horst.

Past Presidents Blain Snyder, Charles Shindle, Tom Altman,Dave Irvin, and Jay Grimes.

GUEST

Graduates from the Police Academe representing the Hagerstown Fire Marshals office were Doug DeHaven and Richard Miller

New Deputies are Damian Broussard, Scott Buskirk,Rick Whittington and Jason Crawford.

Verna Brown from Emergency Management was present to ask for our support for the Citizen’s Preparedness Day Aug.17^th. from 9a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Robinwood Medical Center. There will also be a Community Volunteer recruitment drive.

Mary Haines ( The donut lady), was present and explained the Chili cook off contest. This will be part of the Harvest Hoedown held at the Fairground Oct.12^th. If interested contact Karen Giffin at 301-739-8577 ext.112, or Ms, Haines at 301-739-7310.

State Fire Marshal Allen Gosnell was present he has five new deputies. None of which are from Washington County. The new deputies present were Jason Mowbray and Jamie RodeHeaver.

The State Fire Marshal will soon advertise for Deputy State Fire M marshal anyone interested in applying for the position contact the office of personal at 410 767-4850

Allen also talked about the Mid – Atlantic Life Safety Conference Oct.12, 2002. In Howard County cost is $25.00.

Dept.

Jim Wood former State Fire Marshal was present. He is now with the Washington County Sheriff’s Dept.

Trooper John Sexton, Maryland State Police was present. He announced he would be transferred to Vehicle accident reconstruction. At this time Sgt. Kevin Lewis will take Johns place as liaison with the association.

Dr.Kotch the new Medical Director was present.

Bardonna Woods Chief of communication dispatch was present.

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER - Bob had a written report please read. Jason, Annajean McKnight and Bob have been visiting fire and EMS companies in the southern and Western parts of the county. They are checking vehicle information and insurance information to see that the information is up to date. They will complete all stations next month.

Bob congratulated Tom Altman and John Downs on being selected into the MSFA hall of fame.

EMS COMMITTEE - Alan Matheny was not present but had a written report.

EMS SPECIALIST Brigitte reported Dr. Bass, and the Trauma Task force is working very hard to get Washington County Hospital reinstated as a trauma center. An open forum will be held July 25^th at Pangborn Hall. More information in Brigitte’s report.

The First Responder Documentation draft is our working document.

Brigitte reported the Association will have approx. $300. to donate to the Maryland Fallen Firefighters Memorial. This is from the Special Cancellation of the Hero Stamp.

Bob and Brigitte gave plaques to the students that completed our course at the Career Technical High School. They were Coy Lescalleet, Jamie Ulrich and J.T. Fisher.

MINUTES - Engine 2 noted they did turn in their tickets for the picnic. Dan Grove also stated the committee for the picnic stated there would be a deadline for tickets to be in. This is needed to give the caterer a count of people to prepare food. Dan was unaware that we need to make a deposit early for picnic. We were able to work this out for this year.

Minutes for June meeting was approved as received.

TREASURER’S REPORT - Charlie reported we have a balance of $157,087.58 in our checking account. All bills are paid and the Books will be going to the auditors.

Charlie also reminded us that this year the commissioners will be picking up 75% of our utility bills. This will happen only if we document our bills. It will make it easier on Charlie and you, if you send a copy of your bills to office when you write them out.

CORRESPONDENCE - Secretary read letters from Sharpsburg Fire Co. in regard to delegate to the association.

Smithsburg Fire Co. in regard to a request to County Commissioners for $35000. in special funding for a permanent paid daytime person.

Community Rescue in reference to placing a ambulance in Eng 2’s station. This would allow them to do a study in regard to their response time to the west side of the city..

OFFICER’S REPORT – Jsson talked about vehicle inspection. We need document VR026 filled out, the MVA need a copy of this also. And we need document VR014..

STEERING COMMITTEE - In regard to letter from Co. 26 concerning solicitation in their area by Co. 75. A motion was made to have the President and Treasurer of Co 75 appear before the Steering committee to answer charges of violation of bylaws concerning solicitation of funds, and papering before the County Commissioners without going through the County Association.

Problem with air conditioner was taken care of. Blaine donated a window unit as back up for the computer room. And carpentry work will be completed.

SPECIAL STEERING COMMITTEE July 15^th. President Horn and Michael Nye did meet with the steering committee. President Horn stated that he and Chief Ringer had worked out the problems.

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT – Leonard reported sympathy cards were sent to the families of Wendell Brenner Sharpsburg Fire Co., Floyd Wright Eng.1, Charles Bailey Funkstown Fire Co. and Fank Bushey Smithsburg Fire.

FIRE POLICE – Doug Snow needs 6 Fire police for parade Aug.3^rd. and 6 for Aug. 17^th..

BY LAWS - Copies of proposed by law changes were given to each company. they will be discussed next meeting.

LOSAP – Committee has to meet with the plan administrator to discuss any changes in LOSAP before going to the commissioners. This is to take place quarterly but has never happened.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS - New officers for the year 2002 – 2003 were installed by Robert Cumberland Past President of the MSFA. They are President Jason Baer, 1^st. Vice President Tom Altman, 2^nd. Vice President Jack Latimer, Secretary Barbara Keister, Assistant Secretary Sam Murray, Treasurer Charles Shindle, Assistant Treasurer Rick Hemphill and Chaplin Leonard Horst.

NEW BUSINESS

Smithsburg Fire Co’s letter. It was stated that Smithsburg should have sent a letter to the Association first as per our by laws, before going to the commissioners to ask for funding. Glen Fishack stated the letter for the association was in the mail.

Community Rescue’s letter. The parliamentarian said no action from the association was needed at this time. CRS is not asking for a sub station or money, this is just a study of their response time.

There was a question on Chris Amos taping the discussion on CRS’s letter. It was determined that taping was permitted as it was a public meeting under the state sunshine law.

Jason said he expected a full report on the study when study is completed, how ever long it takes.

GOOD OF THE ASSICATION

Steve Heffneer invited all to attend the Cumberland Valley Fireman’s Association convention in Berkley Springs W.Va. / Hancock, Md. July 31^st, Aug. 1^st.-2^nd. And 3^rd.

The parade and Muster will be held in Hancock.

NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT POTOMAC VALLEY FIRE CO.

Respectfully submitted

Barbara Keister, Secretary

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held May 16, 2002 at Leitersburg Fire Station.

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Bare. The Invocation was given by Jason.

ROLL CALL - All member companies were present except Engine 2, Sharpsburg Fire and Smithsburg Ambulance.

OFFICERS PRESENT - President Jason Baer, 1^st. Vice President Tom Altman , Treasurer Charles Shindle, Secretary Barbara Keister, Asst. Secretary Sam Murray and Chaplain Leonard Horst.

GUEST - Terry Thompson 2^nd. Vice President of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association was present

He reminded us of the convention coming up. We need to get the dues in, also the cardinals and statistical reports.

This year the Memorial service will be on Sunday evening. The chaplain is asking every one that can, wear a dress uniform.

Training seminars on New York, the Pentagon incident and the Baltimore Tunnel. The New York Widows and orphans Fund. There will be firefighters from New York at the convention to receive our check for $210,000.

Maryland Fallen Firefighter Memorial. There was a motorcycle ride in Annapolis with 27 people, and they raised $1,700.

Individual memberships in the MSFA, dues are $20. with benefits.

Terry has been working on the issue with the International Association of Firefighters. This started in Prince George’s County. They are going after the volunteer members that work in the career service. They have been threatened with losing their jobs.

There was a bill passed in Annapolis in regard to line of duty death. Your primary residence property tax will be frozen at the present rate for your spouse.

Maryland Lt. Governor said if she is elected Governor she will put $1 million in her beget to go into the State Associations low interest loan program, and will continue this until we have $20 million.

Terry thanked us for support the past twp years, he is running for 1^st. Vice-President of the State Association. His Open House will be Monday evening at the V.F.W.

Doug Mullendore had a written report. He reported on the problem with towing services. Not cleaning up at the accident scene. If you see the tow truck getting ready to leave let the deputy know right away. Towing service not cleaning up is a violation of the Maryland Vehicle Law Article 21-1111 (c).

MINUTES—Corrections to last months minutes were made. Dan Grove Co.9 made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Sam Murray Co. 27 and carried.

TREASURER - Treasurer’s report was approved as given.

OFFERS REPORT

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT - Sympathy card was sent to the family of Robert Daley Sr on his death. Leonard attended the viewing.

Get Well cards were sent to Jason Baer President of the Washington County Fire and Rescue Association and Maugansville Fire Co.

Reminder to have information for our Memorial Service to office by June 7^th.

SPECIAL NOTE - There was a moment of silence for out Past President John Herr (1959). He was a member of Boonsboro Fire Company.

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER’S REPORT - Bob has been working on the Student Learning Program to become part of the program for students to get the required volunteer hours for graduation this would help and the student.

Children’s Village Kid’s Alive Fest June 8^th. Those companies interested in taken part contact Bob. There is another program we ask that each company take part in, contact office for information.

The annual Golf Tournament will be Sept. 13^th.

State Convention there are three companies that have not paid their dues, they are Co. 75, 59 and 2. They should have be paid April 1^st.

Membership applications available annual dues $20. contact Bob.

Fire Grant Funding Federal Emergency Management Agency Grant Program this year has $360 million. There were over 1900 grants turned in. Money will be given out beginning about June 1,2002.

Coast Guard Tom’s Run will start inCumberland and go to D.C. they will be traveling over the canal towpath. Fire and Rescue companies that respond to that area should use caution and make any plans you need.

EMS SPECILIST - Brigitte had a written report she also reported EMS essentials class will be done quarterly.

Preceptor program is completed and hope for approval from EMS committee on 28^th.

Stamp – Post Mistress at Funkstown does not have a date for stamp release. but will let Brigitte know as soon as possible. We are going to use the County Association logo for special cancellation.

American Heart Association application was returned, need proof of liability insurance.

Medic assist reports are completed, contact Brigitte to get them.

Unit 289 still housed at Fairplay. It needs $700. Equipment for inspection. Between Emergency Services getting some supplies and an AED from Special Ops. It will be ready for use if you need it.

CRT to Paramedic - Bridge class has had some problems. We will continue to have the class not necessarily at the collage.

Please read schedule of training classes.

DEPT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES - (Written report) Joe thanked all that took part in Airport drill and particularly Company 13.

We still have problem with Washington County providers requesting MSP helicopter on out of state incidents. MSP protocols require all request for medi vac services be initiated by county in which incident is occurring, directly to SYSCOM EXCPET FULTON COUNTY.

Vehicle accident fire and rescue companies may see an increase in dispatches on property damage accidents there is a legal issue that the county attorney is looking at.

County attorney is also looking into a legal question on the release of 911 tapes. Emergency Services may refuse to release tape to fire and rescue until all legal aspects of the case is resolved.

Parking at County Office –park in space designated not in space for other departments, your car will be towed.

Joe thanked all that contributed to recognition of Fire & Rescue dispatchers.

Community Rescue Service, Joe and Jason continue to work with CRS, in providing appropriate documentation. All the agencies are working to identify 3-5 performance goals to measure its recovery success.

Emergency Service Advisory Council – met May 13^th. They discussed the Emergency services organization, the Council’s by-laws and overview of government funding. Next meeting will be July 29^th.

Budget for 2003 The Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association budget. Request for $72,000 for PPE was not approved.

Request for $30,000 to conduct funding distribution study was not approved.

Association operating budget was approved at the FY 2002 level less 3 percent. Utility funding was approved currently at 50 percent of total cost ($152,039) Allocation to fire and ambulance companies were approved.

BUDGET - Charlie reported the association has not received a letter from the commissioners yet.

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE Glen Fishack said it is our own fault we don’t get more from the commissioners. Numbers talk if we would go to the hearing with as many people as the School board does. With out that we will never get anywhere.

LOSAP - Skip reported delegate signed for 1^st. quarter of LOSAP summary report. Make sure your LOSAP coordinator get the copy. Hoping to m meet with Plan Administrator Allen Daivs and the company that handles the county retirement program. We have issues we would like to discuss.

COMPUTER COMMITTEE - I. D. Cards have been completed for company’s 10-11-and 7. If you have your information and pictures get it to the office.

Last Friday we met with people from Allegany County Fire Board. They looked at the way we submit our reports to the Sate Fire Marshal and alsoFire House program.

If you add new apparatus please lets us know so it can be put on the server.

State Fire Marshal is looking at Aug.2003 to have every fire company in the state transmitting their reports.

AWARDS - Blaine reported the committee has received 7 applications for awards. He also asked about presenting awards to the students in the career program. There were no objections.

PICNIC - Dan reported each company received 8 tickets not 10. IF you are not going to us all our tickets get them to Dan or Harry. THEY MUST BE IN BY NEXT MEETING WITH YOUR NAME AND COMPANY ON BACK. EACH ticket is $10 and EACH PESOON MUST HAVE A TICKET.

STATE EMS COMMITTEE - Wayne reported next meeting will be May 19^th. At Port Deposit.

Jason said the Board of Review will also meet on May 19^th.

STEERING COMMITTEE – information on Chili contest ad teleamarking was faxed to each company.

President Jason Baer called the meeting to order. The Invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.

ROLL CALL All member companies were present except the following companies. Boonsboro Fire, Halfway Fire, Sharpsburg Ambulance, Sharpsburg Fire, Smithsburg Ambulance and Williamsport Fire.

GUEST Russ Healy from MSFA Safety committee was present; he gave out surveys regarding heart attacks. They are to be returned before the convention. He also talked about the Smith Stathem Jr Award.

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.

Companies not eligible to vote were Faireplay, Sharpsburg Ambulance, Sharpsburg Fire, and Smithsburg Ambulance.

GUEST

Alan Gosnell from The State Fire Marshal’s Office was present.

Verna Brown Emergency Management Agency Coordinator, thanked the Association for the Saving Sonds provided for the Home Chemical Safety Program. The Grand Prize winner was Amber Wrig from Poonsboro.

Verna introduced Catherine Pomerantz Hazardous Material Coordinator, Federal Emergency Management Agency Region III.

Catherine has been working with our Emergency Management Servic in regard to the Airport Drill.

The will be a Haz—Mat /WMD decontamination training April 3, at station 1

MINUTES Correction to the February Minutes, the Advisory board meets the second Tuesday every other month, the next meeting will be April. A motion was made by Dan Grove to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Sam Murray and carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave a report of $236,434.00 in our checking account. The gaming money was withheld for Compan~ 79 and Engine 4 due to outstanding bill for software

CORRESPONDENCE

A letter from Ronald Sinarnicki, Executive Director of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, to thank us for our donation to the Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

A letter from Mt. Aetna Fire Co. asking the association to assi& in a survey to fine a suitable location for a new station.

a rescue tool and will be installing it on Eng. 162, They asked

the procedures to change the designation to a Rescue Engine

162.

1st. VICE PRESIDENT Advisory Board meet, did not have very

good attendance. Names have been submitted to Tom and Jason for people to serve on this committee. Chris Amos, Keith Boppe, Stoyan Russell, Phil Radenour, Lenard Heller, Jon Gift r)an Gro~ and Terry Gearheart.

2nd. VICE PRESIDENT Jay Grimes reported on budget hearing with the commissioners,. Jay felt it went well.

The bill adding $20.00 to very speeding ticket, has been chang to add $1.00 to every tire sold in the state.

CHAPLAIN’S REPORT A sympathy card was sent to the family of

Mike Tersiello, member of Maugansville Fire Co, Longmeadow Fin

Unit.

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER Bob reported he, Jason and Brigitte met with Ben Bauer to discuss the Learning program. Bob will report to the steering committee.

State Firemanrs Convention June 15th. to 21st. Eoonsboro Fire

Co has not turned in statistical report for 2000. Bob also list

companies that have not paid the state association dues. They

MUST be paid by April 1

Final reminder of donation to FDNY Widows and Children’s Fund.:

Please get them in as soon as possible. We would like to have a representative from NY Uniformed Firefighter Association attC our convention for presentation of donation.

President Jenks Mattingly has form a task force to deal with Resolution 434 see report)

Maryland Fire-Rescue Services Memorial Foundation is asking for donations.

Pleas not written report on MFRI training, and Fire Grant fundi-. and Fire Prevention.

EMS MANAGEMENT Brigitte had a written report PLEASE READ Triage tag day April 12th andl3th.

Public Safety Seminar held March 16th you should get a resource manual

Ambulance inspection will be completed by third week in April. Only have two request from Fire companies.

Hero stamp coming out end of May. With special cancellation

the Association could make a little money if we use our envel and put the stamp on it. More later.

AT Central alarm meeting we were asked not to request helicop to check on brush fires.

Also building security- we have some buildings that are not secure when we leave. We need to think about this.

PLEASE GET LIST OF OFFICERS TO BOB AND BRIGITTE CAN USE THIS LIST THERE IS A FORM ON THE WEB PAGE.

Tom Ask Chris Amos, Jon Gift and Stoyan Russell to be delegat the rest would serve as alternates. A motion was made and carried to forward these names to the Commissioners for appointment to the Advisory Board.

the Association could make a little money if we use our envel and put the stamp on it. More later.

AT Central alarm meeting we were asked not to request helicop to check on brush fires.

Also building security- we have some buildings that are not secure when we leave. We need to think about this.

PLEASE GET LIST OF OFFICERS TO BOB AND BRIGITTE CAN USE THIS LIST THERE IS A FORM ON THE WEB PAGE.

Tom Ask Chris Amos, Jon Gift and Stoyan Russell to be delegat the rest would serve as alternates. A motion was made and carried to forward these names to the Commissioners for appointment to the Advisory Board.

Alan Matheny presented a written report from the committee forn to investigate the request from Company 7 for rescue squad status. Alan reported that the Committee recommended that rescxz< squad status be granted. A report from the Study committee appointed by the County Commissioners to review the squad situation in the Smithsburg area stated that a rescue squad was needed. This report ratified by the Commissioners. The parliamentarian determined that this will satisfy the AssociatE requirement that a need is present in the area for service. A motion was made by Elaine and seconded by Dale to recommend that the Association give approval to Company 7 to develop a Heavy Duty Squad service as requested in their letter presented to the Association on January 17. This motion was passed with one dissenting vote. A motion to accept the steering committee recommendation carried by a roll call vote 13 for 5 against 4 abstained.

NEW BUSINESS There was a question on article in news paper regarding impact fees. Legislation has already been passed by the state allowing the counties to implement impact fees. Washington County already had impact fees, they just have not been raised for some time.

Drought Bob and Joe has talked about hauling water to farmers. Joe has met with different agencies and towns about this water situation He is trying to come up with a plain. There are already a lot of farmers buying water to run their business.

Reminder of NEW PHONE NUMBERS

Teleacommunicator Week April 14th to 20th. Joe ask fire and

EMS to recognize the part dispatchers play in emergency service._

If interested in showing your appreciation contact Bardona Wooc.~..

at 240—313—2906.

Washington County has received $77,400 from Federal government to purchase hazardous material equipment.

EMS units operating on call 2 reminder fire companies respondir to assist do not have med—radios

Injured person result of motor vehicle accident as of April 1st. these dispatchs will be as association voted for s few years ago. A medic unit and engine company will be dispatched provided the request comes from law enforcement. fire dept. or EMS officer. Other wise a full motor vehicle accident assignment will be dispatched.

Co 10 ask about possibility of county setting up a facility to fill 0 2 bolttles(medical) at present Co.10 fills their

bottles at Co. 75

Joe said he would talk to Brigitte about this.

GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION

NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT CLEARSPRING FIRE CO.

 

OUR JUNE MEETING WILL BE MOVED TO THE SECOND THURSDAY

DUE TO THE STATE CONVENTION TAKEN PLACE THE THIRD WEE

OF JUNE.

 

Jason wanted to call to our attention the action of a member -of our association or a company member. The Association cans not tolerate any company or its members as representing the -association, to any agency. This has happened very resent.

A member of a company or a staff member called the gaming commission stated they were with the Fire and Rescue Associai and demanded the gaming commission send their check as soon as possible. Normally the gaming check is picked up by the treasurer or is delivered to the association office. THIS C-

NOT AND WILL NOT FE TOLERATED

Respectfully submitted

R~rhnr~ Roister Secretary.

WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER 

AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION

The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer

Fire and Rescue Association was held February 21, 2002, at Bary

Memorial Park Community Building hosed by Williamsport Fire

Co -

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard 1-brat.

ALL MEMBER COMPANIES WERE PRESENT.

MINUTES A motion was made by Dan Grove Co.9 to accept the minutes. Seconded by Stoyan Russell Co. 4, and carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave a report of a balance of $205,746.89 in our Checking/savings account. A motion was made and seconded to approve the report. the motion carried.

CORRESPONDENCE A letter was read from Smithsburg Fire Company requesting Squad status. Smithshurg has been given a copy of the Review and Evaluation from the county, and a copy of guidelines the investigation committee is to use in response to this request. Jason appointed a committee of five. Chair Alan Mathany, Jon Gift, Ronnie Gray, John Latimer, Ronnie Jetei EX OFFICIO ADVISERS Jason Baer and Joe Kroboth.

A letter from Williamsport Ambulance requesting funding for the Dive Team, that was referred to the Budget Committee.

A letter from Boonsboro Ambulance requesting a change in the minimum winch capacity form 20,000 pounds to 12,000 pounds. This letter was referred to the Standards Committee.

OFFICER’S REPORT

ST. Vice President - Tom reported the Advisory Hoard meets

—4he second Tuesday of each month. All our representatives term are up and either need to be re appointed or replaced. It is very important that you attend these meetings.

Phil Ridenour would like to be on this committee if he can.

2nd. Vice President - Jay Grimes reported on Budget. Copies of the budget was handed out for 2002-2003. The total budget was $336,950. The County has agreed to pay 50% of our utiliti€ this year.

The Budget Committee did look at the request from Williamsport Ambulance asking for funding for the dive team, but felt the money just was not there. The committee did ask this reguest be turned in earlier next year.

Dale Martin Co. 16 made a motion to put the $400. back in the Fire Police budget. Seconded by Doug Snow Co. 5, motion will be brought up under new business.

Charlie added an amendment to the treasurers report. A letter was sent to each company regarding their part of Fire House software bill except for the city companies. Companies that have not paid are Co. 75- 79- Eng.3-Eng.4 and Trk. 1. Their gaming funds will be held until these bills are paid.

Charlie reminded us that a motion was made, seconded and carried to deduct the State Association dues. County Association dues and Fire House Software from the gaming funds. However that does not go into effect until July 2002. TherefOr these bill are due and have been since November.

Company 79 said they have had a problem with their computer and have called Skip but he has not come to fix the problem. They will not pay this bill until the problem is taken care

of.

Jason said the Fire House bill comes to the association and every company agreed to pay their part. If you have a problem with your computer you need to contact the computer committee. If there is a problem with a committee of this association you need to contact the president.

Charlie has not received the check from the gaming commission. When it is deposited he will get checks out to the companies.

Charlie thanked all the companies for getting their utility receipts in on a short notice. He asked that we PLEASE send copies of our utility receipts in quarterly.

cOMmmunications Maintenance has been moved to the County Office Building Room 104. Fire and Rescue will no longer accept broken radios for repair, there is a drop box and padded envelopes to leave radios. Communication Maintenance is part of Public Works any question call 240-313-2250.

Emergency Services made a presentation to the Chief Officer s

Committee regarding Emergency Fire Dispatch Program. Chief

Offer’s Committee endorsed the program and it has been included

a request in our fiscal year 2003

Terrorism Seminar: Management of Terrorism Incidents February 25, at Clarksvill Fire Dept., Risk Management consideration in Fire Dept. operations: Roles and Responsibilities of management will be March 26 at Clarksvill Fire Dept.

Reminder on DOT Grants see report.

State I.D. numbers, Please contact association office for I.D. numbers miemss will not process applicants without issued numbers.

Career Technogoly Bob and Brigitte met with Principles from the High Schools and explained our program to them and ask them to notify us when their school was having their career day. They will meet with Ben Bauer to try and become part of the Student Service Learning Program

State Fireman’s Association Convention— Your dues need to be paid before April 1, 2002. credentials need to be in by May 30 and Memorial forms and pictures by March 1

PLEASE NOTE MFRI TRAINING AND FIRE GRANT FUNDINGjreport).

Hoouse bill 1214 if passed will add $20. surcharge to all movir violation fines for which points are assessed.

Glen had other hand outs for us.

Bob asked all companies to list all officers web page. There is a form to be fillout out and then E—mail to association. This is the only way we know who to contact when we need information.

STATE EMS Wayne reported the main purpose for the meeting was the presentation of web base EMAIS program. Next meeting will be in April or May.

MSFA CONVENTION Frederick and Washington Counties will co-host a Hospitality Room again this year and ask the each county provide 6 people to I.D. members from their county.

NEW BUSINESS A motion was made by Dale Martin Co.16 tp reinstate $400.cut from Fire Police budget. Seconded by Doug. Snow. Motion carried by roll call vote.

Steering committee recommended the purchase of a Lap top computer

for the President and a Lap Top and Printer for the secretary RecomendatiOn was seconded by Blain Snyder and carried.

President read a letter from Maungansvill Fire Comany reguard the financial position of Commuonity Rescue Service,and what further cuts in staff would mean to Mauongansville. MauqansV wants the association to be aware they are working on a plan of action if needed. They would like the support of the association in this. They are in receipt of written guidelin of what would be required it the should need to establish the own EMS service.( Letter attached).

GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT MAUGANSVILL COMMUNITY BUILDING HOSTED BY COMPANY 13.

Maryland Chief Officer Committee will meet in May at williamsport.

Steve Mitchell thanked us for support with the passing of his mother.

Respectfully submitted,

The regular meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire mid Rescue Association was held .lanuary 17 Th0~ at the Halfway Fire Company hosted by the Junior Fire Company.

The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard l-lorst.

GUEST

Guests in attendance were Ron Horn. President of the Board Company 75 MarIo Barnhart. Herald Mail: Joe Kroboth. Ill.

Director Fmergencv SenIces: and Mary Estacion. N8C25.

MINUTES A motion was made by Jay Grimes to accept the December minutes as distributed. Dan Grove seconded the motion and it carried.

TREASIJRER’S REPORT Treasurer Shindlc reported a hatance of$165.726.77 in the account. Company’s 2. 75. and 79 have not paid the Fire House maintenance. Each city Company still owes $2167 for Fit Maintenance.

CORRESPONDENCE The President discussed a letter from Syndistar concerning a Memorandum of Understanding

(MOU) for the members of the Association to purchase Fire Prevention/lire Safety materials at a 10% discount. The

Association would receive a 3% payment of the total purchases. This will be discussed tinder Steering committee reports.

I" VICE-PRESIDENT’S REPORT Toni reported that the Open Burning Laws will be clarified. All complaints about Central Alarm are to be directed to the Director of Emergency Services by the Chief Officers of the various Companiew never directly to the dispatchers.

DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Joe discussed the following items. I. Utility reimbursement will be ma only on buildings owned b~ member Companies and tised for Fire and Rescue or for lund raising. If portions of the buildings are rented/leased to for-profiL organizations the reimbursement will be reduced by 5%. The 2002-2003 budget calls for a 50% reimbursement. 2. The Oil Center is considering implementing Emergency Fire Dispatch A presentatic.~, will be made at the next Fire Chief Committee meeting. 3. Radio equipment requests must be made to Joe b~ Friday. January IS. Thanks to Companies 1(1. 12. 19 and 27 who have already made requests. 4. The Emergency Services Council has been accepted by the Commissioners. The members are: Bert lsntinger. Jay Grimes. Jack Latimer III. Wa~n Williams. Jim LaFleur. Dr. Lawrence Johns. and Mary lKaylin. 5. The Special Ops team has received a new unit to be designated 202. The team also received a biological detection meter through a donation from the local Wal-Mart store. (U’ The Commissioners have made a goal to develop a plan to replace the eniergency radio system. A conimittee has be appointed and a seat is open for someone from the Association. lI’~ou are interested notify the President before Februan 2002. A meeting is scheduled for the first week of Februarv and the committee is expected to function for about two year:

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER I. Brigitte and Bob will meet with the all High School Councitors on January 9 to discuss the Career Tech program. 2. The MSFA will be sending dues notices to the Association Office and the Associat will pay the dues. The amount will be deduced from the next Gaming distribution. Convention information will be distributed in the near future. Remember to include a picture of deceased members for the meniorial service. 150 rooms

AIR UNIT Chief Don Koons reported that the Air Unit responded to 56 incidents in the County and 5 mutual aid out of Countx. A total of 2481 SCBA ‘s were filled

COMMITTEE REPORTS

FIRE PREVENTION/PUBLIC EDUCATION Help is still needed to assist with the Safety House. It is scheduled to g,. the Frederick County on February 8.

CHIEF’S COMMITTEE Next meeting January 23. 2(1(12 at Company 13. Changes to the Accountability Svsteni and Firc Based Dispatch will be discussed.

BYLAWS Several meetings have been held and changes will be presented to the Association in the near future.

LEGISLATIVE Call the office if vott are planning to attend the Legislative Reception on Februarx 4. 2002.

LOSAP The Income Subtraction Modification Forms were completed on Saturday and should be given to your members~ by midnight Januars 31, 2002 The LOSAP forms will be run Saturday and Companies will be notified when they are ra for pickup.

AWARDS New awards criteria is being developed and should be ready for distribution next meeting. LAW ENFORCEMENT Randy thanked the Fire Police for their assistance during the Moore funeral.

to present to the Commissioners during Bridget discussions. 3 Jay Grimes made a motion to sign the MOO with Syndistai Dan Grove seconded the motion and it was passed. 4. Jay Crimes made a motion to pay the Council of Academics dues of $100.00. the motion was seconded by F-larry Gossard and passed.