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WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION
WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE
AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION
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 2nd 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.
MIEMSS is considering a 1st. responders instructors class in January. If you are interested contact Barbara Goff her e-mail is
Bgoff@MIEMSS.org or 1-800-762-7157 ask for Barbara.Frederick Association is meeting every month now so Dick will alternate these meetings.
CRS ambulances will be reinspected January 8th. If you have a 1st. responder unit and would like to have it inspected contact Brigitte we could inspect it on January 8th. 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 15th.
All companies need to have your utility bills in by January 15th. 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.
1st. 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 9th, closing date is December 20th.
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 12th. 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, 1st. V. President Tom Altman, 2nd. 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 1st. Class Richard Poffenberger Jr. for his roll in the capture of the D. C. sniper suspects. Also to Trooper 1st. 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 1st. Sgt. Richard Narron, 1st. 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 2nd. 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 2nd. 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 12th . 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.
1st. Vice President - Tom Altman reminded us of the meeting at Clear spring Dec. 12th.this is a very important meeting. He also stated he stands behind the decision on Bob’s termination.
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2nd. 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 1st. 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. 15TH. 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 1st.
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 8th 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 1st. 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 1st 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 10th. 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.
State and county association dues were deducted as stated on your statement. Money for software maintenance will be deducted when we get the bill.
Charlie also said the books are at the auditors.
Jimmy Tressler had a question about the 508 money, and the utility bills. He asked if Charlie would come to Engine 4’s meeting to explain.
Charlie said the county wants invoices for the utilities, and asked that the companies send them in quarterly.
Tom Altman asked if the county allotment and money for utilities have been sent out? Charlie said Maugansville and the Association have received their money. The allotment money is sent quarterly, the utility money is sent quarterly based on last year’s figures.
The amounts may be listed separately on the check stub, but it comes in one check. The checks are sent first week of July Sept. Jan and April. Companies with money being held are Eng.3,Co.4,26,5,Eng.5,& 29. Due to audit not being turned in.
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2nd. VICE PRESIDENT Jack Latimer said he would like to affirm what Dr. Kotch said concerning the trauma program
Jack has been on the hospital board for about 12 years and is chairman of the task force. One way or the other they are determined to get the trauma center back in business.
CHAPLAIN ‘S REPORT Sympathy cards were sent to the families of Golden Weller- Maugansville Fire Co. and Charles Williamson – Antietam Fire Co. A get well card to Jason Baer- Mugansville Fire Co.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER & EMS SPECALIST was not present, both had written reports. PLEASE READ.
Jason said they have inspected about 12 companies to see that the vehicle information, station information and insurance information is up to date.
There was information on the IAFC recommendation for September 11th. Remembrance in Washington D. C. July 16,2002.
Information on the Maryland Fallen Firefighters Memorial. There will be a state wide boot drive September 14th. Money will go o the design, construction and maintenance on the memorial that will be built in Annapolis.
Information on the Bessie Marshall benefit fund was given out along with lottery tickets.
Several companies’ members have received benefits from this fund.
Jason spoke about the Special steering Committee meeting with the Emergency Service Council July 29th. They discussed the 508-money distribution. Joe Kroboth made a presentation as Director of Emergency Service about the funds current distribution. He also gave 14 different models of how the funds could be distributed. Most counties in the state distribute the funds equally to volunteer fire and rescue companies. The ESAC voted to recommend the current distribution.
August 6th Steering committee meeting.
A proposal from Antietam Occupational Health was discussed for our physicals for 2002 –2003. Blaine Snyder made a motin, seconded by Sam Murray to approve the proposal, if there is not a need to bid the proposal, made a motion.
Letters were discussed in regard to Smithsburg’s letter that was read at last months meeting along with Jason’s reply and also a letter from Joe Kroboth.
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Letter from CRS request for study on response time. That will be review at a later date.
Letters from Rod Shoop and Alan Davis concerning LOSAP. There will be a meeting August 20th @ 1 p.m. with invited members, commissioners and Actuarial.
Joe Kroboth discussed ESAC meeting. He said all phone lines going into Central Alarm are recorded, DON’T DISCUSS DETAILS OF THE RUN WITH DISPATCHERS.
Joe explained his position in relation to the Association and the Commissioners. Basically he speaks for the commissioners until they make formal decision.
Steve Heefner discussed the use of audiotapes during meetings. The Association has no policy. Jason appointed Steve and Rick to research this and recommend how the Association should proceed.
LOSAP Skip has had calls concerning time people have had in different companies. Every year since 1996 every company has had to submit a notarized form stating your time. Grandfathering stopped in 1999. Everyone was to sign a survey just before the grand fathering stoped that your time was correct.
There are forms in the office with your LOSAP time on them. But some Coordinators have not picked up; they have been there since January.
There are coordinators that stop keeping time after you reach 50 points. They need to keep records for the whole year.
It was suggested that two meeting a year be held for the coordinators to refresh themselves on program and go over any new information.
If the company president appoints a new coordinator, he is to send a letter to Circuit Court with new coordinators name.
There was a discussion on filling out 1st. responder’s medic asst. forms. If you fill out the narrative section on Fire House report that could be used as your report.
Jason said filling out these reports would also cover you if you were injured on the call.
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE Committee will meet Aug 18th . at 1:00 p.m.
PICNIC COMMITTEE Everyone seemed to have a good time. Committee would like to have any feed back so they can plan next years picnic. Some money still needs to be returned.
OLD BUSINESS Proposed By-Law changes.
Question on Article 1, Section 7? Rick explained this was left as it was so the dues can be paid in a variety of ways.
Article II, Section 1A regarding Volunteer delegate this is intended to mean All volunteer companies. Also means delegate has to be a volunteer at that company in some manner. (He can be a paid driver and volunteer off duty in some other way).
Federal law use to say you could not volunteer for your employer. Recent Court cases invalidated that. Now you can volunteer if your employer is a Fire or Rescue company.
Article IV - Section 2 Those present wanted the Fire V. President and EMS V. President removed, they felt this would cause descension in the association..
Article V Section President duties it was felt the president should appoint the chairperson of all committees.
The Steering committee would be removed and changed to the executive committee. with members being the elective officers and any person the president wishes to appoint.
ROLL CALL VOTE There was a unanimous vote to reject the By-law changes. The committee will come back with the amended proposed change.
NEW BUSINESS Keith Boppe asked about the $3.00 increase in the vehicle tags. Members of Engine 3 are not in favor of this. Jason said we have on control over this.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION NEXTMEETING WILL BE AT BOONSBORO AMBULANCE.
Hancock Fire Company is looking into hosting the Cumberland Valley Fireman’s Convention in 2004.
Tom stated that for years Clear Spring Fire Co has had a wholesale license to sell tip jars.
This allows them to stock as many jars as they want, but don’t have to pay for the stickers until the sale them to themselves. But he was told today that law has changed.
Jason asked Rick to see what he could find out about this.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister Secretary
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, 1st. Vice President Tom Altman, 2nd.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.17th. 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.12th. 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 25th 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 15th. 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.3rd. and 6 for Aug. 17th..
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, 1st. Vice President Tom Altman, 2nd. 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 31st, Aug. 1st.-2nd. And 3rd.
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, 1st. Vice President Tom Altman , Treasurer Charles Shindle, Secretary Barbara Keister, Asst. Secretary Sam Murray and Chaplain Leonard Horst.
GUEST - Terry Thompson 2nd. 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 1st. 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 7th.
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 8th. 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. 13th.
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 1st.
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.
MSFA Training –There will be an Animal in disaster and Terrorist incident seminar June 8th. At State Fair Grounds in Timonium. Advanced registration required call 301-226-9900 or e-mail
speter@mfri.org.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 28th.
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 13th. They discussed the Emergency services organization, the Council’s by-laws and overview of government funding. Next meeting will be July 29th.
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 1st. 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 19th. At Port Deposit.
Jason said the Board of Review will also meet on May 19th.
STEERING COMMITTEE – information on Chili contest ad teleamarking was faxed to each company.
Tom has notified us that he can no longer attend the Advisory board meeting or the Steering committee meeting due to commitments at his own company. After much discussion the problem was solved by our by-laws under duties of officers. The 2nd. Vice President shall assume the duties of the 1st. Vice President in his absence.
OLD BUSINESS - Election Officers of the year 2002- 2004. List of nominees was read. A motion was made and carried to have the Secretary cast a unanimous vote for the officers.
NEW BUSINESS – A motion was made by Dave Irvin to submit Jason Baer’s name for appointment to the Board of Review. Seconded by Clarence Webber, and carried.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION - State raffle tickets need to be returned.
Blaine needs pictures of Past Presidents.
NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT ENGINE 4. This will be our Awards program.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister Secretary
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held April 18,2002, at Clear Spring Fire 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.
Dick Mettetal was present and said it was good to be back.
MINUTES A motion was made by Dan Grove Co.9 to approve the minutes as received.
Seconded by Doug. Snow.Co.5 and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charles Shindle gave a balance of $ 221,091.61 in our checking account.
All gaming money has been distributed and software bills paid.
As of July 1 2002 County Association dues, State Association dues and Software maintenance will be deducted form the gaming money. You will receive a statement of deductions with your check.
OFFICERS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Jason reported he has looked over the required three-year business plan from Community Rescue. Joe Kroboth has looked over the plan. Jason and Joe have looked over the plan together. A report will be prepared and sent to the County Commissioners.
1ST. vice President Tom reported 911 committee did not meet. A meeting is scheduled for May 7th. The people recommended to serve on this committee has accepted and their names will be sent to the commissioners.
CHAPLAIN Sympathy cards were sent to the families of Ray Reed of Hancock Fire Co., Edger Hoover Engine 3, and Thomas Clopper of Funkstown, Fire.
Get Well Cards were sent to Mike Boward and Carl Dorsey of Halfway Fire Co.
Leonard would like the names of deceased members from your company, For 2001 – 2002 for the Memorial service. Please have information to office by May 15th.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER & EMS SPECIALIST Were not present but had written report. Please read.
AIR UNIT Donnie Koon reported progress.
STATE EMS COMMITTEE Their meeting will be hosted by Funkstown May 20th & 21st.
BUDGET COMMITTEE Charlie reported committee has heard nothing from the commissioners.
FIRE POLICE Doug. Snow submitted a written report for March and April. Fire Police will take part in the Airport drill.
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE - Will Ball was not present but they did have a meeting at Smithsburg Ambulance.
STANDARDS COMMITTEE - Standards committee submitted a written report they inspected three units. Ambulance 792, Brush 7, and Engine 131 they met the criteria in our standards and are in service.
LOSAP COMMITTEE - No report, however it was stated that military service no longer counts for LOSAP. It is felt we should work to have this reinstated in the program.
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE - Glen Fishack reported on article Chip Jewel had in paper regarding our delegates. Glen thinks we should get involved in election. Charlie said it would have to be checked out but he believed any organization with a 501-C 3 status couldn’t support a candidate. The association could have a forum to get information from the candidates.
POLICE LIAISON - Doug. Mullendore reported they are still working on new radio system. He was asked about tow truck drivers cleaning up after accidents? He said it is state law that a certified tow truck operator is to clean up the road after an accident.
AWARDS COMMITTEE - Blaine reported information was faxed out, but gave each company at meeting a copy. Award program will be June 13th. At Western Enterprise Fire Co. This will be our regular meeting, which has been changed due to the State convention. Also Leitersburg and Engine 4 have switched dates.
ASSOCIATION PICNIC - each company will be mailed 10 tickets. MUST BE TURNED IN AT JUNE MEETING. EACH TICKET IS $10.00 AND ONE PERSON E
NOMINATION COMMITTEE - Blaine gave the following slate of officers for nominations. PRESIDENT Jason Baer, 1st. VICE-PRESIDENT Tom Altman,
2nd. VICE PRESIDENT Jack Latimer, SECERTARY Barbara Keister, ASST. SECRETARY Sam Murray, TREASURER Charles Shindle, ASST. TREASURER
Rick Hemphill, CHAPLAIN Leonard Horst.
There were no nominations from the floor. There will be no write in votes per our By-laws. Election will be at May meeting.
OLD BUSINESS - -President Jason appointed a new Policy and Procedure Committee.
They are Kevin Lewis Co.26, Ernie Truax Co. 5 and Tim Gargana Co.19.
REMINDER Companies were asked to submit a copy of your utility bills quarterly (May). They have to be kept on file for the commissioners.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION - NEXT MEETING WILL BA AT LEITERSBURG FIRE CO. MAY 16TH.
Glen Fishack thanked the association for the support they gave Company 7 the last two years.
Maungansville will have a solo class April 29th. At 7p.m.
Hancock Fire Co Chicken Bar-B-Q April 21st.
Clear Spring Fire Co. Chicken Bar-B-Q April 21st.
Leitersburg Fire Co. Beef Sandwich Sale April 27th.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister, Sec.
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held at Maugansville Ruritan, hosted by Maugansville Fire Co. on March 21,
2002.The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.
Roll Call
— All companies were present except Hancock Fire.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 letter from Mt. Aetna Fire Co
. stating they have purchaseda 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.
Jay was in Annapolis to speak on several bills. He met with the Governor and Lt. Governor, he found the Lt. Governor very
-. interested in the fire service.
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
Co. and
CR5. A Get Well card was sent to Donnie Koons, AirUnit.
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.
FIRE POLICE -
had training last week.
Bob is getting lots of request for Safety House.
It is not scheduled until he gets a response from Fire Company in area it is reguested.
CHIEF’S
COMMITTEE Next meeting March 28th. at station 79.
BY-LAWS
Meeting coming up soon.
LOSAP -
Written report.
I.D.TAGS —
If you have a disc with information get it to the office so it can be taken care of.
PLEASE GET LIST OF OFFICERS TO BOB AND BRIGITTE CAN USE THIS LIST THERE IS A FORM ON THE WEB PAGE.
AWARD COMMITTEE
Information will be out soon. Program scheduled for June 13th. Jay suggested we have an AWARD for top LOSAP points. Based on total LOSAP points, name submitte by company and verified by LOSAP committee. A motion was mad and carried to have an LOSAP Award this year.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
John Sexton Randy Wilkenson and Doug Nullend were present. John Sexton is also President of Region II EMS Committee -
NOMINATION COMMITTEE -
Committee will meet next week. Nomina can be made from the floor with approval of the nominee. If nominee is not present, written acceptance must accompany the nomination.
OLD BUSINESS -
Nominations for the delegates and alternates to the Advisory board are Chris Amos, Keith Boppe, Stoyan Russell, Phil Ridenour,Leonard Heller, Jon Gift, Dan Grove and Terry Gearheart.
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.
STEERING COMMITTEE -
Item 14 of the steering committee minut
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.
FIRE POLICE -
had training last week.
Bob is getting lots of request for Safety House.
It is not scheduled until he gets a response from Fire Company in area it is reguested.
CHIEF’S
COMMITTEE Next meeting March 28th. at station 79.
BY-LAWS
Meeting coming up soon.
LOSAP -
Written report.
I.D.TAGS —
If you have a disc with information get it to the office so it can be taken care of.
PLEASE GET LIST OF OFFICERS TO BOB AND BRIGITTE CAN USE THIS LIST THERE IS A FORM ON THE WEB PAGE.
AWARD COMMITTEE
Information will be out soon. Program scheduled for June 13th. Jay suggested we have an AWARD for top LOSAP points. Based on total LOSAP points, name submitte by company and verified by LOSAP committee. A motion was mad and carried to have an LOSAP Award this year.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
John Sexton Randy Wilkenson and Doug Nullend were present. John Sexton is also President of Region II EMS Committee -
NOMINATION COMMITTEE -
Committee will meet next week. Nomina can be made from the floor with approval of the nominee. If nominee is not present, written acceptance must accompany the nomination.
OLD BUSINESS -
Nominations for the delegates and alternates to the Advisory board are Chris Amos, Keith Boppe, Stoyan Russell, Phil Ridenour,Leonard Heller, Jon Gift, Dan Grove and Terry Gearheart.
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.
STEERING COMMITTEE -
Item 14 of the steering committee minut
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.
DEPT.
of EMERGENCY SERVICES - A written report was given out. Joe spoke on the new radio system. He needs to know of currantil problems and what features you would like in new system.
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.
Doug Snow asked why the Fire police budget was cut $400.? Jay said there were a lot of cuts. Charlie said the fire police has bought flairs three time since 1998, each time the amount was $1,590.50. the dates were 2/26/2000 — 11/19/2000 and 2/1 5/2002.
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.
CHAPLAINS REPORT - Leonard reported he sent sympathy cards to Stev Mitchell Co. 75 on death of his mother, Ira Moats Jr. Co. 5. on death of his mother, The family of Peter Vann Co.5 & 59 on death of Peter Vann, Richard Hopkins Co.13 on death of his father and Junior Starliper Co.5 on death of wife.
EMERGENCY SERVICE DIRECTOR _ Joe had a written report. Noting the most important thing are the new phone system the county is putting and an new numbers that effect us. Dept. Emergency Services; 240—313-2900 — Dept. Emergency Services Fax 240—313 29001 - Direct line to dispatchers for requesting times, etc.
240-313-2910- Communications Maintenance 240—313—2070 — EMS Patch line to Washington County Hospital 240-313-2911 - Emergency Management 240—313—2930
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
ENS _ WRITTEN REPORT - Brigitte MIEMSS did sent out non-affiliation letters, those providers are trying to comply with training. Training Class to be held February 24 at 1700 at Station 1
Facility AED program - additional approved sites are Valley Mall & Washington County Government
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.
EDUCATION EMT-B refresher Williamsport ENS class starts 3/16/02 First Responder refresher Funkstown 2/26/02.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER REPORT - WRITTEN REPORT
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
MSFA BOARD OF TRUSTEES - Trustees have updated the "Procedural Guide" to be used in the event of injury or death in the line of duty. Get you packet of information from Bob.
PLEASE NOTE MFRI TRAINING AND FIRE GRANT FUNDINGjreport).
AIR UNIT - No report. Donnie Koon has had hip surgery and should be home on Friday
FIRE POLICE
Written report with schedul of meetings and cont~ people.
FIRE PREVENTION
- Jason state Doug. DeHeaven can no longer takE Safety House to events, do to his employment. The trailer wil be delivered to the event provided someone form fire and rescue in that area will mann the trailer. If you are interested in working with the trailer contact Jason.
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
- Glen Fishack reported the biggest thU is to get the patitions to reinstate funds to 508 program and tags signed and back to delegates.
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.
LD. TAG
- photo team. Bob ask anyone that has a disc full to please get it to the office.
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.
OLD EUSINESS
- Clearnce Webber reported the State Executive Committee will met at Funkstown Fire Co. in April. Room arrangements are with Day’s Inn.
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.
A motion was made by Stoyan Russell Co. 4 tp accept the budget for 2002-2003
. Seconded by Dan Grove Co. 9 with changes and carried.
NOMINATIONS Committee Jason appointed a nominations committee, chair C.K. Poole
, Elaine Snyder and Leonard Horst.
RECAMENDATIONS FROM STEERING COMMITTEE,
- Steering committee discussed adding a meeting room to our office. Jay Grimes was to look in to this addition.
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,
Secretary
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.
ROLL CALL
- All companies in attendance, except Company 1.
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.
2~ VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT The
TEd Vice-president discussed one of the budget items, namely the Utility reimbursement. Each Company must submit copies of their Water/Sewer. Heating. and Electric to the Association Office by January 31. 2002. These records will be maintained at the Association Office to be available for an audit.
CUAPLAIN The Chaplain
met with the Douglas Moore fiimily upon the death of their son. He attend a viewing for Wayne Wittiams father. sent a get well card and visited Daniel Grove while he was in the hospital. Dan Grove was at the meeting.
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:
7. Some of the Fire Marshal personnel do not have Washington Countx radios
iii the vehicles. This problem is being addressed and should be corrected within the next month. 8. A nienio was distributed at the meeting to announce an Incident Command System/Emergency Operation Center lnterlbce training session to be held April 3 & 4. 2t)02. at the Volunteer Fire Company of Halfway. The sessions will be held between the hours of 0830 and 1630 each day. Contact Verna Brown with an~ questions. 9. The Washington County Emergency Response Collation met to review recent evenl The number of incidents has been greatly reduced. The Association is represented by the President. Administrative Planner, and EMS Management Specialist. 9. The 911 Center answered 61,795 calls during 2001 continuing the annua.. growth of 13%. 10. Joe testified before the State Senate Budget & Taxation Committee concerning homeland defeiise
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
wage!
- WtZ VI’ 1(1k Minutes - January Il, 1002
available at the Grand Hotel for 5100.0(1 per night. but must state MSFA2002. Please complete the form A.5
(1/99) nov. available on the web. Submit names for the awards attached to Sobs report. The 2002 Legislative Reception will be held Fehnian 4. 2002. in room 140 of (lie House Office Building. 3. Two Executive De~elopmenr seminars are planned: the first Management of Terrorism Incidents on Monday. Febrttarx 25. 2002 at Clarksville Volunteer Fire Department, and the second Risk Management Considerations in Fire Department Operations to be conducted Tuesday March 26. 20t)2. at the same location. & Please eontplete the USFA Needs Assessment Sun’ev. 5. Fire Grant funding has been increased to .5360 million. Grants requests nmusl be subnhilted between March 1 and March 31. 2()02. See Bob’s report for more information or go to the web site at www.usth.fenia.gov.
EMS SPECIALIST REPORT I. Additional Cardiac Arrest Forms should be available next week. 2. EMS Protocols will be implemented February I. 2002. Providers who have a prima~ affiliation with Washington will not be able to function until the protocol update class is conipleted. A list of those who are showing as not completing the protocol update is being distributed, If you have completed the update class in another jurisdiction you must show proof in Washington County to function. 3. Orders were placed for seven LP 12 on a 501St) grant. Companies 19. 29. 59. 75 and 79 have been invoiced. The Association has 26 AED’s to distribute when they arrive, Five were on a 50/50 granl and the rest purchased with the moneys provided by the Commissioners. (‘ompanies 1. 2.4. 7. II. 12. and 26 are to receive two AED’s. and Companies 5.6, 8.9. IC. 13, 16. 27. 19. 49. IWO. and 911 center are to receive one each. Request should be made to the EMS Committee for LP’s by March U Matching Grant to be distributed February I. 4. Inventory turnover is nearly finalized, please contact the ofilce if radios are installed or exchanged. 5. The facilitN AED program is continuing. 6. Tb EMAIS web based program is being reviewed b~ the Jurisdictional Advison Committee. The EMS committee will see a demonstration at their next meeting. 7. First Responder documentation is being reviewed b~ the Chiefs committee and tTh EMS committee. Brigitte needs feedback from these committees. 8. The Prehospital Consultation Form is being reviewed by the EMS committee. 9 911 times must be documented. 10. The Shock Trauma Hero Award will be selected next Wednesday. II. Inspections of First Responder units should be requested through Brigitte. Epi Pens can be ordered through Donna at 301-791-8378 andyour Compan~ will be hilled. 12. There will be a meeting in Middletown at 1900 with Frederick County to discuss a MOIJ to recognize each County’s fund drive/membership. Companies 79 and 69 shouk~ attend and other interested persons are welcome. 13. DOT grant addendums are complete and should allow funding to be possible. 14. The Pediatric Emergency Medical Advison Committee (PEMAC) is planning a medicine/trainer seminar This group is also hosting a ‘RAVE drug continuing education presentation in March. Ii Remember to do QA/QI in your Company. 16. There will be a meeting to reschedule the Airport Disaster Drill. 17. The Triage Tag Days got off to slow start with most people forgetting about it. l& Companies who have not given Brigitte their Provider Affiliation Confirmation should complete this in the very near future. 19. MIEMSS will not process applications without the Stale II numbers. Call the office if you need a number
- you need the name and Social Security number. 20. There is only ONE EMTB refresher course scheduled before June 30. If your card expires between now and June 30. sign up now for the course at Williainsport EMS which starts 3/16/02. First Responder refresher will start 2/6/02 at Funkstown. Contact Brigitte for additional information.
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
POLICE A written report was submitted. Members are completing various (raining assignments.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.
I" ) UhImnn ni.ilino cintcirents for Utilities, also run copies of Apparatus Fuel for use b~ the Associatio~STEERING 1. Tim Gargano will represent Companies 19-69 on the Steering Committee. A representative is still
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3 WCVFRAto 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.
OLD BUSINESS I. The President requested the membership to rescind the motion concerning the Conipaiw 75 grant which was made at the December meeting. Glen Fishack made (he motion
. Dan Grove seconded the motion and the motio was passed by voice vote. 2. The President reported that a meeting was held with three members of the Associatioii Steering committee, three members of Company 75. and the Director of Emergency Senices. The recommendation of the Steering Committee sub—committee was made to a Special Meeting of the Steering Committee held .Iust before this meetint The recommendation of the sub—committee was to recommend to the Commissioners that they consider giving Company 75 a $51),t)00.0() grant to assist them with their current cash [low problems. Company 75’s Board of Directors has approved over 520th 000.00 in cuts to their current expenses .3. A report of the Special Steering Committee meting was read which consisted of two motions concerning the situation. The first motion stated that Company 75 must present a full step bx steI business plan. within 45 days. covering the next three years with quarterly reviews by the Director of Emergency Sen’ices and a representative of the WCVFRA. This motion passed with one dissenting vote. The second motion stated that the reconiniendation of the sub-committee that the Commissioners consider a grant of $50,000.00 to Compan~’ 75 contingent upon compliance with the first motion concerning the business plan. This motion was seconded and passed with nine in favor, two apposed. and three abstaining. A motion was made from the Steering Committee toaceept this recommendatior and was seconded by Chris Amos. After nmch discussion and questioning of Chief Amos a roll call Vote was taken. The results of this vote was IS for. 7 apposed. and three abstaining. One Company did not vote because the representative left early.
NEW BUSINESS I. The Frederick County Volunteer Fire Association asked if WCVFRA wanted to join theni in a hospitality room at the Convention. A motion was made by Blame Snyder to spend up to 53000.1)0 for this fimction. the motion was seconded by Jay Grimes and passed. 2. A question was raised by Company 26 concerning when Company Th would receive their grant. Company 26 has been approved to receive a sub-station allowance for their Ambulance service. but must wait until next budget year and do not feel that this is fair. The President said that a letter would be sent to the DES to have the commissioners reconsider the timing of this pa~ntent. 3. There was discussion about the enforcement of the bylaws provision that all requests for new services, additional funds from the County. etc.. should be submitted to the Association flrst. Company 79 fells that they were censored and penalized and Compan~ 75 was rewarded. This should b’ covered b the proposed changes to the bylaws.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION I. Charlie Shindle apologiv.ed for his comments at the last meeting. 2. Charlie also reported that the electrical service will be replaced at the office. Written procedures should be available for computer shutdown, so that can be done without problems. 3. Tern’ Gearhart thanked the Association for their support during his Olympic Torch Run. Good job Terry. 4 The LOSAP reports indicate a 14% increase in volunteer responses.
Next meeting will
be held on February 21. 21)1)2 at the Williamsport Fire Company.
Meeting adjourned at 2225.
Respectfully submitted.
Sam Murray. Assistant SecretaARY
The regular meeting of the Washington County volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held December 20, 204)1 at the
Western Enterprise Fire Company hosted by the Antietam Fire Company.
The meeting was called to order by President Jason Err. The invocation was given by President Baer.
ROLL CALL
- All companies in attendance, except Companies 2 and Truck 1. Companies not eligible to vote due to attendance axe Companies 19 and 79.
GUEST
Gloria Shafer, President of the Washington County Ladies Auxiliary, thanked the Association for their invitation to be the meeting and announced that she can be reached through the Western Enterprise Fire Company.
Chip JeweL MSFA Executive member, discussed the following items: 1. Herman Riiee recently passed away- He was a long time member of the State Association Executive Committee. 2. LndMdual membership applications and benefits wil be posted on the MSFA web site soon 3. One of the benefits will be a statewide NEXTEL telephone discount program. 4 MFRI is up and running in their new offices. Most of the records have been recreated- Many terrorism classes have been added to the MFRI class schedules. 5. DNR still has a dr-hydrant program available and can be contacted if there is interest 6. The State Statistical Reports are needed for use during the upcoming Legislative Session. 7. Washington an Frederick County Associations should pay close attention to the upcoming changes in State Legislative districts.
Joe Krobott, Washington County Director of Emergency ~drvices, presented several items. 1. Morgan County has added a new radio frequency
33.02, known as Morgan 33. If any companies need this ftequency added, contact headquarters 2 Flags on antennas can stress the antenna and cause transmission problems. Remove them from any County antennas .i Part of the County financial short fall has been covered by disposing of surplus county properties. 4. The Maryland Emergency Management Council has several $500.00 scholarships available. Contact Verna Brown at 301-791-3 152 if interested in appLying. 5. Headquarters has been having problems with people trying to contact the various Companies using 911. Verison will publish the business number of all Companies in the next directory. 6. Phases I and II Enhance~ 911 are behind schedule and will require a tremendous amount of hardware and software. 7. The County is installing a new telephone system. All the numbers will change except the old emergency numbers. 8. When units stage they are nol considered on the scene. Headquarters will give the stage time if requested- 9. There are two shift supervisor posiflons available. They will probably be filled from within. 10. Any company can piggyback on the County bulk fuel purchases. A letter has been sent to each Company. 11. Revisions are being discussed to the revolving loan program.. 12. Wa Company refuses to respond on a transfer it is considered a refusal. 13. EMS Companies should advise headquarters of their status when requesting times. 14. All Companies should get their communication requests to Joe before January 18.2002.
MINUTES A motion was made by Dan Grove to accept the November minutes as distributed. Harry Gossard seconded the motion and it carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Treasurer Sbtndle reported a balance of $182,143.14 in the account Company’s 27,5,9, 1 19, 69. and 6 have paid the Fire House ntnntenance. Each city Company owes $21.67 for FM Maintenance. All dues are paid for 2001-2002.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT 1. Jason introduced Kevin Greenlee. who announced that he would not be a delegate next y~ because of business obligations. Kevin did offer his support to the Association. 2. A series of letters between Delegate Shank and State Fire Marshall Bernard was discussed.
3. Children’s Village sent thanks for the $500.00 donation. 4. A letter from the Chief Chaplain requesting singers Ibr the 2002 Convention was read. 5. A handout from the Mid-Atlanti Life Safety Conference was read- 6. A handout about How to Keep Warm Safely was read. 7. An email concerning Fin House Hospitality was react S. A letter was read from Company 79 adding James Ulrich and Robert Snyder as new delegates and removing Cheyeene Foltz and Pam Mickel.
1stVICE-PRESIDENT’S REPORT No report
2
.d VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT No report
CHAPLAIN No report
EMS SPECIALIST REPORT 1. Cardiac Arrest Forms must be completed either by the ambulance crew or the Fire
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Company provider. 2. EMS Protocols will be implemented February 1,2002. 3. Monitors/AEDs will lie ordered tomorrow December 21, 2001. 4. The inventory turnover is complete. 5. Let Brigitte know of any AEDs baited in an agency/business so that proper information can be sent to them. 6. The January meeting of the Jurisdictional Alivisory Committee will be working on each screen of the EMAIS. 7. A document concerning 91 1/Commercial EMS Service is attached and will be voted on tonight. S. First Responder documentation attached to be presented to the Chief’s Committet for discussion. 9. 911 time must be completed on MAtS and when documenting Cardiac Arrest forms. 10. According to County Standard must be 1" Responder or above to respond to a medical emergency. 11. The information discussed at the WMD conference was very useflil. 12. Frederick County is interested in meeting with Washington County concerning EMS billing. 13. Register for Continuing Education. EMTB refresher, or First Responder refresher. Check your Cant
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER I. A plaque was presented to the Association Thrnr the Maryland Fire Chiefs Association along with $200.00 for the Safety Trailer. 2. The Career Technology Program has seven students taldng the midterm FF1. 3. Two County Companies have not completed the 2000 State Statistical Report. Bob has a copy of the Statc report for your information. 4. The MSFA will have the Credential Forms on the web. MSFA dues are due after the 1’~ of the year. The convention committee has made arrangements for discounted rooms at several locations. The Memorial Foundation is seekng donations for the memorial. Individual membership dues will be $20.00. The application should be on the web. You must contact NEXTEL to receive their discount at 443-677-3473 or 443-871-3473. 5. ON?. is in the process of inventorying equipment on loan to the Fire Companies and they may be contacting you soon. 6. The Fire Marshal’s office needs incident reports on a timely mannen’ 7. The U. S. Fire Administration is mailing needs questionnaires to even’ fire department in the U. S. Pleas~ complete and return promptly. 8. The amount of money m 2001-2002 has not been settled.
CONThnrrEE REPORTS
STEERiNG 1. A)] positions are filled except 2-10-12 and 19-69. 2. An additional projector for Power Point
presentations at a cost of $2100.00. 3. Bob has requested that he attend the FDIC Convention in April at a cost of$330.Ot
4. Jason requests permission to contact the County Commissioners about publicity for donations to the State Fallen
Firefighters Memorial. 5. Jason requests permission to approach the Commissioners to allow the Association to distribute
the 508 moneys. The Steering Commfltee recommends that the Association give permission for items I
- 5. Seconded byElaine Snyder and approved
by voice vote.CHIEF’S COMIMTrTEE Next meeting January 23, 2002 at Company 13.
BUDGET AND FINANCE The budget hearing with the County is scheduled for March 12.
FIRE POLICE No report
FIRE PREVENTION/PUBLIC EDUCATION EMS Safety spots have been appearing on the cable channels.
BYLAWS No report.
LEGISLATIVE A meeting was held with the County delegation at NEC on November 16. A County "DAY OF
RECOGNiTION" was proposed along with the other items in the November minutes.
COMPUTER Please update the new officers on the County web page.
Other committees were represented but had no reports.
OLD BUSINESS 1. The policy mentioned in Bngitte’s report was presented If any EMS company wants to handle Commercial business they must be licensed and provide their own Medical Director This business must be kept separatc~from the Emergency service. This was recommended liv the EMS Committee and concurred by the Steering Committee. The motion was seconded by Elaine Snyder and passed by voice vote. 2. Jason passed out the MSFA raffle tickets and reported that Companies 27, 12, 75, 10, 26, 5, Engine), Truck 1, EngineS, and 59 did not sell any last year. Please do your part to raise money for the MSFX 3. Company 75 wanted to know the status of the Fire House EMS module. Thc President reported that progress was being made.
NEW BUSINESS 1 A better from Company 75 requesting the Association to support their request for an additional $50,000 was presented. The President reported that the Steering Committee had requested information from Company and had not had any luck getting the information. He also reported that the local television station had reported that Company 75 had not gotten any support from the dy or County before Hagerstown committed $50,000 to them recenth~ He contacted the television station to correct this information. Joe reported that the money would come from the Count~ 2 Continencv fund. Glen Fishack made a motion that the County give Company 75 and all other Fire and Rescue Compa~ m the County an additional $50,000. The motion was seconded by Dan Grove and passed by voice vote. 2. Tim Garg$.t
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indicated that the Association needs to look at a need’s basis for distribution of funds rather than an equal distribution. 3. Mr. Nyc indicated that he was disappointed by the Association. The City Council recognizes the need and the Association should also recognize the need. 4. Mr. Shindle again pointed out that Company
75 had fulled to communicate with the Association and instead when directly to the Commissioners.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION 1. The 7/79 situation should be resolved in the near future. Joe reported that meetings were held with the independent team which consisted of Bill Troup from USFA, Lee Sachs from the MSFA Executive Committee, and Ben Kertz from Jarrottsville VFD. They understand their role and will have a report to the Commissioners
-by January 9-10, 2002.
Next meeting
will be held on January 17,2002 at the Halfway Social Hail hosted by Engine 3. Meeting adjourned at 2140.Respectfully submitted,
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" Sam Murray, Assistant Secretary
COUNTY ASSOCIATION MEETING JUNE 14, 2001 @ 2130
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Fire and Rescue Association was held June 14, 2001 at the Hancock Fire Company, hosted by the Hancock Rescue Company.
The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by the President in the absence of the Chaplain.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Companies 6, 12, Engine 3, 19, 1, 7, and 2. Roll call of officers showed President, 1st Vice-president, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer in attendance.
GUEST Chip Jewel, MSFA Exec. Committee, discussed the upcoming State Convention. The Chaplain has requested that ties or class A uniforms be worn to the Memorial Service. There will be several seminars available on Sunday. Co. 75 has not paid their state dues. Chip has been asked and has accepted the job for the next year.
Dick Mettal, Region II MIEMSS, brought a list of the DOT Grant Requests that have been evaluated and rated. It looks like Washington County Companies will receive about $40.000. Monitor Defibrillators and AEDs will be available during the next year on a 50/50 grant basis. The companies will have to provide about $1050 for an AED and $4500 for a Monitor Defibrillators. New MAIS run sheets will be used after July 1, 2001. Dick distributed a sample copy for each company in attendance.
Officer Jim Holsinger, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, discussed the Public School Security Survey to begin next week. The Fire and EMS companies in each area are invited to join the Sheriffs Office in these surveys. The surveys will begin around 0800, and it is not necessary to make arrangements in advance. Officer Holsinger distributed a schedule for each County School to those in attendance. The County Office has a copy of the schedule for information purposes.
Rick Lillard, Maryland DNR, did not have a report.
MINUTES On a motion by Dan Grove, Co. 9, and a second by Jack Latimer, Co. 27, and carried the minutes were approved as distributed.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT A. An amendment to the MSFA to correct membership on the Low Interest Loan committee will be presented at the Convention.
B. Bob and Jason attended a program in Allegany County at which the elected officials were given a one day training session in fire fighting. This was very well received by the students and may be done in Washington County next year.
C. The Fire Marshall’s Office on Jonathan Street held on an open house and the new State Fire Marshall, Bill Bernard, was introduced.
D. A meeting was held with a representative of Arch Communications and he promised to try to correct the current billing and operational problems.
E. Jason’s request for nominations to the Steering Committee has not been answered.
F. Jason has been in contact with Engine 3, Juniors, concerning their membership. A list of names has been submitted and will be checked. Engine 3 has lost their 2000 Tip-Jar funds.
G. Some requests for a list of members, etc., have been received. If your Company has not submitted their information, it is due July 1, 2001.
TREASURER’S REPORT The treasurer reported a balance of $184,810.34. The following Companies owe maintenance fees for Fire House software, 49, 4, 75, 26, 5, 7, 79, Eng 1, Eng 5, Eng 4. All Association bills are paid.
CORRESPONDENCE There was no correspondence.
1st VICE PRESIDENT A. Each Company should support the bylaw change to the MSFA Bylaws concerning individual membership.
B. If he can be of any assistance please call him.
2nd VICE PRESIDENT The 2nd Vice president was absent due to illness in the family.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER See the report distributed to those in attendance. A. The Career Technical high School program should have five or six people next year. Each Company should try to recruit people for this program.
B. Children’s Village could use many more instructors. There are currently about 17 Fire Instructors, if you are able to help contact Bob.
C. There are currently waiting lists for Firefighter I and for The Pumps classes. If there are more people who want these classes Bob will try to get other classes started. An Arson Detection and Investigation Class will start in August. A request for an Incident Safety Officer class has been received. Anyone interested should contact Bob.
D. The Grant Applications for Fire Act money have all been reviewed and scored. FEMA will be reviewing the requests and begin sending out money in mid July.
E. Statistical reports to MSFA have NOT been received for the following Companies: 6, 5, 27, 13, 79, 7, and 29. 508 moneys can be withheld from these Companies.
EMS SPECIALIST See report distributed at the meeting. A. Alan discussed the continuing ed classes and presented a schedule attached to his report.
B. The DOT Grants were again discussed. Final word should be received in a month or so.
C. Alan announced that he will be resigning as of June 30, 2001.
STEERING COMMITTEE A lively discussion of item 3.a. of the steering Committee minutes was held. This item concerned the use by EMS Companies of the Fire House software. Several of the Companies in attendance want to continue to use Fire House and want the Computer Committee to develop the necessary interface conversion software for reporting to the state. Rick Hemphill suggested that a responsible member (someone who can make decisions at the meeting) of each EMS Company meet with him to determine how reports are going to be distributed to all necessary parties. Rick also said that the transmission problems are being resolved. Each Company must be able to transmit to the County office. An EMS representative indicated that it takes about 15 minutes to enter a BLS report and 20-25 minutes to enter an ALS report. The Computer Committee will be calling a meeting after the Convention.
COMMITTEES
COMPUTER Transmission problems are being resolved by converting to internet transmission. Software to enable each Company to receive information about transportation of Hazardous Material will be installed. Rick and Skip will be visiting all Companies. Training sessions can be scheduled for the 2nd Saturday of each month for any of the software used by the County Association members. Call Bob to schedule a session.
LOSAP Each company should try to clean up their LOSAP by July 10, so that the new transmission software can be installed. The Plan administrators for LOSAP will be holding a meeting soon. The members are Rick, Skip, Al Davis, Rod Shoop, Debbie Bastian, and a County Commissioner. The membership information requested by the Association will be used for an internal audit of LOSAP.
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE Jason read a report from the Chief’s committee. A copy will be attached to these minutes.
BUDGET AND FINANCE No report.
FIRE POLICE 25 members completed a Hazmat Recertification.
BYLAWS A bylaws’ change will be presented during unfinished business.
STANDARDS No report.
LAW ENFORCEMENT LIAISON Randy refereed to Officer Holsinger’s presentation. Randy discussed clean up road at accident scenes. The towing companies are responsible for this clean-up and are paid for it. If the towing companies are not doing their job, contact Randy. All the towing companies were recently reminded about this situation.
REHAB No report.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS A bylaw change to Article X Committees, to make the Rehabilitation and Food Service group a committee of the Association. A roll call vote of the Companies was 16 for, 1 against, 3 abstained. The motion passed.
NEW BUSINESS Dan Grove, Co 9 made a motion that a summer picnic be held by the Association. Motion seconded by Clarence, Co 11. The picnic to be open to all members of the Association. Tickets will be issued. Motion was
accepted. Jason appointed Jay Grimes chairman of the committee with Dan Grove and Dave Irvin assisting.GOOD OF THE ORDER
A. There will be an Open House co-hosted by the Washington and Frederick County Associations on Monday June 18, at the American Legion on 23rd Street from 1800 - 2100.
B. Allsafe Fire Equipment will have an Open house on Monday and Tuesday. Stop by and talk to Kevin.
C. Charlie told the membership that the Gaming money was beginning to dry up. Do not over extend yourselves.
D. Charlie thanked Alan for a job well done and the membership gave Kevin a round of applause.
E. Chief Ron Karns will retire from the Fire and Rescue Communication Center on June 30, 2001.
F. Harry reported that the Dive Team will be starting a class. Contact Shawn Hartsock. The cost is $500.00.
G. The next Association meeting will be at Engine 1.
Meeting adjourned at 2130.
Respectfully submitted,
Sam Murray
Assistant Secretary
MAY 2001
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There was
a correction to last months minutes. The correction pager number for Doug.
Snow should have been 301-745-9159. A motion was made by Jay Grimes to approve
the minutes for April as corrected. Seconded by Glen Fishack and carried.
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The
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Kid’s Alive at Children’s Village will be June 12 from 12 noon to 4 p.m.
Thanks to all the companies for their cooperation this year.
TRAINING There will be a Firefighter I class June 25th. at
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The committee was asked to look at fuel spills and wires down. The committee
will also look at the manning standards.
Another
Memo was in regard to membership on the steering committee, we need some names
for this committee. See attachment
GOOD OF THE
ASSOCIATION
NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT Hancock Fire station hosted
by Hancock Ambulance. JUNE14 th.
Blaine
reported on a article in Fire House
Magazine in regard to how would be in charge in case of Terrorism and weapons
of mass destruction Bob Reported the President Bush has already put FEMA in
charge of this.
Respectfully
submitted
Barbara
Keister, Sec.
The following By-Law change is being submitted by the By- Law Committee at the request of the Steering Comm.
ARTICLE X Committees
Change Section 10 to read REHABILITATION AND FOOD SERVICE COMMITTEE
Shall consist of a chairperson appointed by the President of The Association. The Chairperson shall obtain as many members of the committee as required to accomplish the tasks assigned to it. The committee shall coordinate with the Budget Committee and the Treasurer of The Association for financial requirements.
CHANGE EXISTING SECTION 10 to SECTION 11
CHANGE EXISTING SECTION 11 to SECTION 12
THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS ARE TO HAVE NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS FOR A PERSON TO SERVE ON THE STEERING COMMITTEE OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY FIRE AND RESCUE ASSOC.… (ASAP)
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DEPARTMENTS
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1-11-6 10-2-12 26-13-27 7-16-9 4-5 19-29-49 59-79-75 Vol.
Fire Departments of Hagerstown will have one member for all Departments. EMS
Committee President
Chaplain 1st
V.P. Asst.
Treasure 2nd
V.P. Asst.
Secretary Treasure Secretary A
person from the public |
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TOTAL OF 15 PEOPLE ON THIS COMMITTEE
THE
PERSON ON THIS COMMITTEE WILL BE THE CHAIRPERSON OF DIFFERENT COMMITTEES OF
THE ASSOCIATION. AT THIS TIME. YOU MUST ELECT SOMEONE WHO WILL COME TO ALL OF
THE MEETINGS. THE STEERING COMMITTEE WILL BE ONE OR TWO TIMES A MONTH PLUS THE
TIME TO ATTEND YOUR APPOINTED COMMITTEE THAT YOU WILL BE IN CHARGE OFF…
ONLY
ONE MEMBER FROM A DEPARTMENT MAY BE ON THIS COMMITTEE. SO AS PRESIDENT OF THE
ASSOCIATION COMPANY 2 CAN VOTE FOR A MEMBER BUT CANNOT HAVE A NOMINATION FOR
THIS COMMITTEE FROM COMPANY 2...
FEBRUARY 2001 MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held February 15, 2001 at South Hagerstown Fire Station hosted by Truck 1.
The meeting was called to order by 1st. Vice President Tom Altman. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.
GUEST
Mike Bilger from the Fire Marshal’s office was present and gave the following report. Mike congratulated the new officers of the Washington County fire companies and is looking forward to working with them.
The Fire Marshal’s office is in the process of hiring 6 new deputies. In April they started with 200 applicants and as of yesterday they were down to 18.
The Fire Marshal was called out 64 times in 2000, in Washington County 36 calls were accidental fires, 24 were incendiary fires, and 4 were false alarms.
If you receive a bomb threat that is to go to the law enforcement. Once they find something then the Fire Marshal bomb squad is requested.
CHIP JEWEL member of the state executive committee was present and reported the legislators are in session now. There is a Campaign to increase the tag fees. Some legislators are proposing an increase in the speeding tickets. But this would, not be dedicated money.
MOSH The fire safety standards are out. The State Association safety committee will be coming to every station to hand deliver the standards. You will have to sign for them. The committee will conduct a meeting in every county to discuss these standards.
The State Association is looking into individual membership and benefits for these members. There will have to be a by-law amendment.
Chip thanked Maugansville for the invitation to there banquet for he and his wife.
DICK METTETAL brought greetings from Dr Bass to Washington County. Our county has been one of the most active counties in promoting support for the $3. Bill Senate bill 292.
Dick attended a meeting of the Budget and Taxation Committee, fire and rescue people filled the room and over flowed in the hallway. A lot of firefighters and EMS people were there in uniform. We gave a brief video of a lady that was rescued; she really should not have lived. But she is alive and attending college. Her dad was also there and told the committee they need to find the funding for the emergency service.
The next hearing will be on the House bill 1148 (sister bill) March 1 at 11 a.m. Please attend and wear your uniform.
If you have anyone in your company that wants to set for the National EMT-B examination, the test will be given February 21st , see Dick.
MINUTES A motion was made by Blaine Snyder Eng.1 to approve the minutes as received, seconded by Dan Grove Co.9 and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie Shindle reported the following assets $115,231.22.
Charlie noted the Fire Police still have $1,487.93 in their budget.
Charlie reported the gaming money was not distributed, it was just announced. The county promised to have the money in the mail by Friday or the first of the week. The money is a lot less this time. It will be approx. $16,000 to each company. There has been a 20% decrease in the money this time.
Charlie said the way the money is distributed, first the Association gets 50%. But the association gets 10% of the total distribution and that is different then 10% of the 50%, ( that is what the county took from us). Then the companies get 40% of that total distribution, which is divided among 27 companies in good standing.
A motion was made by Doug. Snow Co. 5 to approve the treasurer’s report. Seconded by Blaine Snyder Eng.1 and carried.
CHAPLAIN - Chaplain Leonard Horst reported Jason has had both knees replaced. He is doing well. He is thankful to get around with out pain. Jason wants to thank everyone for their prayers and cards. Leonard has not heard of any other sick or injured.
Tom stated that Tom Cochran will be heading to Washington for heart surgery. Maybe even tonight.
EMS - Brigette reported she appreciated the support Bob and Alan gave her at the Legislative reception.
EMS Conference March 3th. And 4th. You don’t have to be an EMS provider to attend if you are looking for just education. Please sign up before February 15th.
Emas – Brigette talked to Kevin Combs and reported on the reporting system. At the end of business today, will be the dead line for the vendor, that was not awarded the contract for reporting system to file an appeal. Hopefully next month we will know if we will do the pilot program for firehouse.
The grant money we talked about last month, will be distributed next month. Hopefully we can use it to finish the mass casualty unit. Brigette is looking for someone to work on the mass casualty unit as she not longer has the time to work on that.
Brigette asked that you not pick apart the Emergency Services Survey. If you have questions please write them down and ask someone that worked on survey. The County government has asked to meet with us in regard to that document.
Tom asked that we have our company prepare for that meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER’S REPORT - Bob shared the Emergency Service Survey with Jason, and advised him what the commissioners asked. There will be a special meeting with the Association and the County Commissioners. A notice will be sent out. Please have one person to represent your company and speak for you. Anyone may come it is an open meeting.
Bob said that on the physical program coming from the state, you will find that our program is pretty much the same. If you have any questions please write them down. Bob will meet with your company to explain the program, if called.
Reminder if I ‘am not in the office, please leave a message. I will get back to you. I do check my messages every day when I am not there.
Bob has a copy of the Emergency Service Council Survey. If you need one contact him.
From Firehouse computer committee March 10th. 9:30 to 10:30 there will be training on LOSAP at HCC. 10:30 to11:30 will be Firehouse training also quick books. This is scheduled the second Saturday of the month.
Training from Chief’s committee on face fit test on February 24th. 2 sessions of 4 hours each. After this training we will start the testing.
ON REQUEST Bob is looking for a copy of report from Fire Marshal’s office on the fire deaths from last year. If you happened to pick it up please return it.
Bob thanked Funkstown for their support to the Technical High School program. If any company has members that need Firefighter II and Rescue Tech. They can take it during the day call the office before Feb19th.
Respiratory Protection program we will need the physical exam. survey back from Hancock Fire, Smithsburg Fire, Funkstown Fire, Fairplay Fire and Smithsburg Ambulance. Please send to the office as soon as possible.
State statistical reports I have all but one report for 1999. That chief promised he would get it to me, that would make 100% for 1999. The 2000 statistical report is on the web page. Bob would like to have them back by February 25th.2001.
We had a rescue tech. Class fail, we only had 11 people sign up for that class. That makes the third class that did not start in Washington County we have lost the funding for them. Bob has a list of other classes requested but he can not do anything about them until that money is reinstated.
All forms requested by the state association are due by March 1st.( state dues – credentials and memorial information)
The bill on Emergency lights –motorist yielding to backing emergency vehicles see looking good .
Fire Act grant start working on that applications will be out about April 1st.
EMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Alan was not present but had a written report.
OLD BUSINESS Charlie reported on training at the college. Information was sent to each company. The training is scheduled every second Saturday of the month. There were 3 people at the last training class. With the survey presented to the commissioners, it is going to require all companies to use Quick Books. If you don’t know the program you can get it at the college.
Charlie said he will help you if you call him.
NEW BUSINESS Donnie Koon was present and told us the new air unit was at the station. It will be about a week before it goes into service, they have to mount some equipment.
Clarance Webber Co. 11 presented a check from Burnswick Ambulance Co. to the Association for $250 for use of the rehab unit.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION - NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT Community Rescue.
It was brought to the attention of the officers of the association that Smithsburg Ambulance signed the attendance sheet, and then left the meeting. There fore they will not be given credit for attendance at this meeting.
A motion was made by Dan Grove Co. 9 to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Doug. Snow Co.5 and carried,
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister, Secretary
JANUARY 18, 2001
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association was held January 18, 2001 at Boonsboro’s Fire Station.
The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The Invocation was given by the Chaplain Leonard Horst.
GUEST - Rick Lillard from Maryland DNR was present, but had no report. And Steve Reading a new member from Smithsburg Fire Company.
ROLL CALL ALL member companies were present
MINUTES There was a correction to the December minutes the minutes stated that Funkstown was not present , but they were in attendance.
A motion was made by Steve Mitchell Truck 1 to approve the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Dan Grove Company 9 and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie Shindle reported the following balances in our bank account. Checking $125,646.51 and Savings $1.43. for a total of $ 125,647.94.
Our saving account has been a dormant account for the past four years. The bank asked us to close that account, which we did, but as of tonight it still shows $1.43
Fire House software that all the companies get is billed to the association. At our last meeting Skip gave me invoices that were dated November 2000. Bob and I tried to straighten this out
Charlie took this to the steering committee and they decided the association would pay the bill for $2,632.32 in turn the amount each company owed would be deducted from they next check from the gaming money. A statement will be sent with this check to show what the deduction was for.
Charlie said the money from the tip jars would be less this time, approx. $16,000.
All bills have been paid.
A motion was made by Dan Grove Co. 9 to approve the treasurer’s report. Seconded by Harry Gossard Co. 29 and carried.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT Jason received a letter from the President of Engine 3 with the names of six active people, to meet the requirements for reinstatement in to the association. On futher investigation it was found these people are paid drivers for the city and there for would not be eligible to be considered and active member of Engine 3.
Jason stated that since Engine 3 did not provide the proper documentation for membership, they gaming money and county funds would be with held.
1st VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT Tom reported there was a meeting of the advisory board. It is the first time in about two years that there were enough people present to conduct a meeting.
Tom reported there was an operational manual for communications some time ago. Tom asked each company to pick up the additional chapter that needs to be added to the manual (Blue) . They need to be signed for.
Tom was appointed chairman of the advisory board, and he feels it is up and running.
Verna Brown said the operational manual will be reviewed and changes made and hope to distribute new ones. They should stay in the station and keep it up dated.
Verna will be given an e-mail address so all companies can contact her.
Jason thanked Tom for all the effort he has put into this committee.
2ND VICE President’s REPORT Brigitte had no report as vice president. She did have a written EMS report and gave some high lights.
Training – there will be a conference March 3rd and 4th A LIFE TIME IN EMS in Hagerstown. The speaker will be Chief Dennis of Springfield. The topic will be Ending school violence. Cost is $60. For both days (see handout) REGISTER before February 15th. If cost is an issue contact Brigitte to see what can be done to help you.
Inspection of ambulance should be completed. Washington county did get a variance for their 20 drip set.
MEMS is wondering where 10,000 run sheets are in Washington County. They are no in the office, and Donna don’t have them. MEMS said they are not going to give us any more so if you have any extra please get them back in.
The Annual Legislative Reception will be February 5th 6 to 8 PM in Annapolis. If you would like to go contact Alan.
FY1 head trauma this is a polite program in Montgomery county, for those that work in Montgomery County, don’t try to use it in Washington county you will get in trouble.
In regard to the $3. Bill Alan and I have drafted a letter, that you can copy on your company letterhead, to be sent to our senators and delegates.
Please read Brigitte’s report.
Next meeting will be February 1st. at Mount Aetna Fire Co. at 7:30 PM.
Dick Mettetal wanted to thank everyone that helped with the inspections for the Seal of Excellence.
Dick will prepare a press release on the ambulance inspections the public needs to know our people are interested in giving above and beyond the call of duty.
Alan Butsch was not present but had a written report.
Jason read a letter of resignation form Dave Myers as chairman of the standards committee. Dave is willing to stay on the committee he is not able to stay on as chairman.
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE – Joe Kroboth had a written report. He said the committee did discuss the wellness program presented by Alan Butsch and representatives from Antietam Health. Committee members were to review the material and be prepared to discuss any proposed revisions at the next meeting.
Representatives form communication and Page net, presented options available on alpha pagers. Each company should review various companies that provide their service.
A sub committee was appointed to develop standardized response profiles for countywide operations.
A request from our president for the committee to discuss and develop of utility vehicle standards, and the appropriate use of utility vehicles.
As chairman of the Chief’s committee he sat on the Emergency Service Council. The council’s report has been written and in the hands of Burt Isminger since mid December. The next step is to bring the council back together to proof read the report. The council will then present it to the steering committee to be reviewed. ( just the officer of the steering committee). Then it will be presented to the County Commissioners and the public.
Joe said the council met starting in January and concluded in August. He was assigned to write the report. It was late because of his workload.
Joe asked members to provide digital pictures of apparatus and most of all your crews on the scene, to be used in a presentation to the county commissioners. Please have this pictures in by February 1st
BY LAWS Jason said we need to be looking over our by laws and make changes so we don’t need to change them every few years. We need to look at committees, and look at companies that may be on suspension, what happens to they funding during this time. And a number of other things. Blaine will be in touch with the by laws committee.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Dale Martin read a report in reference to the Rehab Units application for membership as an associate member. The committee was charged with determining if they are qualified for membership in the association under Article I, Section 2 of our by laws.
The committee has found that the Washington County Emergency Rehab Unit, does not qualify for membership in the association. Qualification for membership requires then to met one of the criteria listed in Article I, Section 2 B Association membership may be granted to any Fire, EMS, emergency service or support unit in Washington County that is totally funded and under the Washington County budget.
The Washington County Emergency Rehab Unit’s funding is derived from the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association. It has multiple sources of funding of which one part of the funding is from the Washington County budget, being that the Washington County Emergency Rehab Unit is not totally funded by the Washington County Government budget. We can only conclude, that they do not qualify for associate membership. Further more for clarification of active membership. Under Article I , Section A it reads in part the active member companies of the association should be all Volunteer Fire, Rescue and Ambulance Companies of Washington County state of Maryland, that have been elected to membership in the association.
The committee finds that Washington County Rehab Unit does not qualify.
The committee members all want to acknowledge the exceptional hard work and dedication of the members if the Emergency Rehab Unit and for the out standing support they provide for this association and member companies. We in no way what to lessen the importance of the unit or it’s personal, nor do we wish to diminish their continued support, all their efforts are greatly appreciated.
Terry Smith asked if this impacts LOSAP sense we are not a member of the association?. We are not a volunteer company of the association, and we are not members of the association, and we are not a committee of the association. Does this action now state that we are not eligible for LOSAP credit? Dale said his committee was charged with deterring qualification and that question would have to be directed to the association.
Skip stated that in 1995 we ask the Board of County Commissioners at that time to authorize through a resolution the air unit, the haz-mat unit and the rehab unit so you would be able to be considered part of that. And that still stands it is in the LOSAP manual.
LAW ENFORCEMENT - Randy reported on training there will be an intermediate Incident command course at Hagerstown Police Dept. February 7th – 8th – 9th . There is a prerequisite,
there is no cost, if interested contact Lt. Spillman
LOSAP Skip had a written report, he wanted to bring to our attention a few things.
Income tax subtraction modification statement was printed January 12. All stations were notified by fax. They have to be picked up by the coordinator or alternate. They have to be to your members by January 31st. The following companies have not picked their statements. Co. 6- Co. 7.- Co. 10- Co.11- Co.13- Co. 28- Co. 79. – air unit, haz-mat and rehab. .
New LOSAP software, if your company has not been installed have LOSAP coordinator call Brian Lowman or Rick Hemphill. The old program will not be used this year.
Training classes for new LOSAP software at HCC. Date and time will be faxed out.
Emergency LOSAP committee meeting at association office January 19th at 7 PM this meeting is for committee members only.
COMPUTER COMMITTEE Fire house software, all fire and EMS companies have been installed. Special Units have not. There are some problems with firehouse but more training should take care of that.
MEMS has selected a vender, if it is FireHouse software then Washington county will get the polite program.
State identification numbers will go in effect January 31st if you do not have a number yet contact the association office. The ID numbers are for fire and EMS , MFRI will require these numbers for their classes.
If you have trouble with Quick books call the office to get help.. Charlie said he would help any company with training on Quick books. If you have trouble with FireHouse software contact the office not Fire House.
Jason referred to a letter from the State Fire Marshal’s office in regard to incident numbers. We are to use the incident number given by our 911 center. This is particularly important for the new MFRI 5.0.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER REPORT Bob had a written report. Career Tech. Program the four students will be placed it fire stations for about 3 days for hands on training, this will be until Haz-Mat class starts February 2nd. If you have members that need haz-mat operation call the office before January 30th.
Dry hydrants Bob has a different program from D.N.R. There are two grants available from the U.S.D.A. for Washington County the grants are $550 with matching funds. Any company that has a location for a dry hydrant contact the office.
Federal Legislation next week they will be developing the criteria for the $100 million grants.
Maryland State Fireman’s Association MSFA statistical committee reported that all but one company in Washington County has submitted their report for 1999. Bob has talked to the Chief of that company, their reports will be sent.
We tried to start a firefighter I class. There were 17 signed up for the class, MFRI agreed to start the class with 14, but only 11 showed up.
Bob is still trying to get the class going, we can do it through our academy but the funding will come out of our budget. MFRI is supposed to do all the training . But MFRI will not state a class with less than 15 students, because of the cost factor.
OLD BUSINESS At our last meeting a Fire and Rescue Operational Officers Minimum training and Certification Standards, was recommended by the Chief’s committee. It was tabled until tonight’s meeting, so it could be taken back to the companies to find out their wishes.
This training and certification requirement will take effect immediately for new members. And will go into effect January 1, 2006 for individuals who entered the fire and rescue service before January 1,2000. (copy attached).
Those not eligible to vote were truck 1, Engine 5, and Engine 3. A roll call vote was taken 11 for- 10 against – 1 abstained. The Truck Company challenged their right to vote. They voted for the standard, which changed the vote to 12 for –10 against – 1 abstained.
In regard to Engine 3’s suspension and the number of members they have. A question was asked if any of the others city departments were checked?. Jason said they would be. There was a question about what happens to there money when it is held?. Now engine 3’s money is held in escrow
NEW BUSINESS Verna Brown was present to represent the LEPC are sponsoring a poster contest for the fourth grade students at three schools as a polite program. They are going to have prize kits and asked the association if they would provide saving bonds for the top 3 prizes. This would cost approx. $100. And would not be needed until March 11.
A motion was made by Harry Gossard Co. 29 for the association to give the saving bonds. Seconded by Blaine Snyder Eng.1 and carried.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION THE NEXT MEETING IS AT ENGINE 5, HOSTED BY TRUCK I
Annajean will be at one of our meetings to answer any questions we have. She will also be at the next Chief’s committee meeting.
The State Fire Chief’s association has a smoke detector program for the deaf and blind
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister, Secretary
DECEMBER 2000 MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association
Was held December 21, 2000 at Clear Springs, hosted by Maugansville Fire Company.
The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation, was given by Jason.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Funkstown Fire, Truck 1, Longmeadow Fire, and Sharpsburg Ambulance.
Those companies now eligible to vote were Eng.5 (attendance ) and Eng.3 (suspended).
GUEST Lee Sachs candidate for 2nd. Vice President State Fireman’s Association. Lee told us of his service with the fire service . And of his goals if elected to office.
Dick Mettetal reported there were bids from two companies for the electronic run sheets. The contract has not been awarded yet,
The DOT grant. Last year the applications were late because the DOT was late getting them to us. We would like to have the request go in from the county, we have a better chance of getting our request that way. Please be thinking about your request now, so the information can be given to the county in time. If you have any questions contact Bob or Alan.
This will be the last year the state MEMS will supply the full cost of monitors and AED’s. Next year it will probably be a 50/50 grant.
A few years ago Community Rescue and Hagerstown Fire Dept. worked together on a drill of auto extrication. It was intended for a Federal transportation teaching project.
MEMS has sent it to all T.V. stations in Maryland. It will be used to educate the public to make the proper 911 call.
Sick said we really need your support on the $3. Bill on vehicle registration. If we don’t get this funding it could effect our training , 508 money, Med vac and Shock truma.
Chip Jewel a member of the state executive committee was present. He said he was glade to see Jason and Tom out and about.
Chip said at the last executive committee meeting there was a lot of talk on the $3 bill and other ways to get funding.
The Fire Act was funded this week, we don’t know how much money will filter down to the local level.
There will be classes offered across the state on grant writing.
MFRI will be moving. They expect a 15% decrease in classes if tag money is not passed and other funding is no avavilable.
DNNR is looking for dry hydrant sits in Western Maryland.
The executive committee has approved the guidelines for the low interest loan program. At this time there is only a half million dollars in funding.
The convention this year the paraded will be back to Wednesday at 1 p.m.
The EMTI program will most likely be a grandfather program, and CRT’s will be able to take four years to change to EMT-I, but we do not support requiring National registry.
State 1st Vice President Jinks Mattingly reported that after meeting with the governor, it was his suggestion that we go with the $3 tag fee. It is true that there us a surplus but the governor as committed it to education and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
On January 3 there will be a meeting to put together a program for the media on funding.
Terry Thompson was also present and he gave some remarks. He is a candidate for 2nd Vice President for the state association.
Last month we gave one of the Fire Police Awards to Jake Troup. He was not present that night, but is present tonight. Jason asked us to give him a round of applause.
MINUTES A motion was made by jay Grimes to approve the minutes as received. Seconded by Dan Grove and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave the following balance’s Checking $119,180.24, and Savings $2,960.62. Charlie was handd invoices tonight from Fire House Software. Some is contracted through the association, part is for contracts the companies has. Skip does not have time to sort this out he will be installing software until January 1.
The cost every year is $100 per module, the deal Skip worked out was $60. Per module, and there are three that the association uses. After some discussion Bob said he would work this out BUT every company will have to tell him what modules they have.
Blaine read a thank you note form Drew DeHaven for the award he received at our last meeting.
Jason received a copy of a ltter that was sent to the county commissioners from Sharpsburg Fire Co. and Sharpsburg Ambulance. In regard to possible merger, of the two companies. There were several concerns, the most important one being the possible lose of funding. Which was decussed in our October meeting with the county commissioners. It was stated that this merger could not accrue if either company lost funding form the county or the tip jar money.
Jason said there might be other companies looking at the same thing.
Jason was at the county commissioner meeting this week when the bids for our insurance was awarded to Stine, Davis and Peck. There eight packets picked up but only two returned a bid.
Jason will reactivate the insurance committee to work on some of our concerns. John Latimere (chief of Co.27 ) agreed to work on the committee but not chair it. (as some of you know he is in the insurance business). If you are interested in working on this committee contact Jason.
Jason wanted to make one comment on last months meeting. When we voted on the wellness program. Eng.3 voted and it was brought to Jason's ’attention that Eng 3. Was on suspension. And not eligible to vote. This did not effect the out come of the vote.
WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE &
RESCUE ASSOCIATION
November 2000 MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held December 21, 2000, at Clear Spring hosted by Maugansville Fire Company.
The meeting was called to order by President Jason Baer. The invocation was given by Jason.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Funkstown Fire, Truck 1, Longmeadow Fire and Sharpsburg Ambulance.
Those companies not eligible to vote were Eng, 5 (attendance) and Eng.3 ( suspended).
GUEST
Lee Sachs Candidate for 2 nd Vice President State Firemen’s Association. Lee told us of his service with the fire service. And of his goals if elected to office.
Dick Metteral reported there were bids from two companies for the electronic run sheets . The contract has not been awarded yet.
The D. O. T. grant . Last year the applications were late because the D. O. T. was late getting them to us. We would like to have the request go in from the county. We have a better chance of getting our request that way. Please be thinking about your request now, so the information can be given to the county in time. If you have any questions contact Bob or Alan.
This will be the last year the state MEMS will supply the full cost of monitors and AED’s , next year it will probably be a 50/50 grant.
A few years ago Community Rescue and Hagerstown Fire Dept. worked together on a drill of auto extrication. It was intended for a Federal transportation teaching project.
MEMS has sent it to all T.V. stations in Maryland . It will be used to educate the public to make
The proper 911 call.
Dick said we really need your support on the $3 bill on vehicle registration. If we don’t get this funding it could effect our training, 508 money, Med. Vac and Shock Truma
.
Chip Jewel a member of the state executive committee was present. He said he was glade t o see Jason and Tom, out and about.
Chip said at the last executive committee meeting there was a lot of talk on the $3 bill and
other ways to get funding.
The Fire Act was funded this week, we don’t know how much money will filter down to the local level.
There will be classes offered across the state on grant writing.
MFRI will be moving . They expect a 15% decrease in classes if tag money is not passed and other funding is not available.
DNR is looking for dry hydrant sits in Western Maryland.
The executive committee has approved the guidelines for the low interest loan program. At this time there is only a half million dollars in funding.
Convention, this year the paraded will be back to Wednesday at 1 p. m..
The EMT –I program will most likely be a grandfather program, and CRT’s will be able to take four years to change to EMT –I, but we do not support requiring National registry.
State 1st Vice President Jinks Mattingly reported that after meeting with the governor, it was his suggestion that we go with the $3 tag fee. It is true that there is a surplus but the governor
has committed it to education and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
On January 3 there will be a meeting to put together a program for the media on funding.
Terry Thompson was also present and he gave so remarks. He is a candidate for 2nd Vice President of the state association.
Last month we gave one of the Fire Police Awards to Jake Troup. He was not present that night, but is present tonight . Jason asked us to give hem a round of applause.
MINUTES A motion was made by Jay Grimes to approve the minutes as received. Seconded by Dan Grove and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave the following balance’s Checking $119,180.24, and Savings $2,969.62. Charlie was handed invoices tonight from Fire Software. Some is contracted through the association, part is for contracts the companies has. Skip does not have time to sort this out he will be installing software until January 1.
The cost every year is $100 per module, the deal Skip worked out was $60. per module, and there are three that the association uses. After some discussion Bob said he would work this out BUT every company will have to tell them what modules they have..
Blaine read a thank you note from Drew DeHaven for the award he received at out last meeting.
Jason received a copy of a letter that was sent to the county commissioners from Sharpsburg Fire Co and Sharpsburg Ambulance. In regard to possible merger of the two companies. There were several concerns, the most important one being the possible lose of funding. Which was decussed in our October meeting with the county commissioners. It was stated that this merger could not accrue if either company lost funding from the county or the tip jar money.
Jason said there might be other companies looking at the same thing.
Jason was at the county commissioner meeting this week when the bids for our insurance was awarded to Stine, Davis and Peck. There were eight packets picked up but only two returned a bid.
Jason will reactivate the insurance committee to work on some of our concerns. John Latimer (chief of Co. 27) agreed to work on the committee but not chair it.( as some of you know he is in the insurance business). If you are interested in working on this committee contact Jason.
Jason wanted to make one comment on last months meeting. When we voted on the wellness program, Engine 3 voted and it was brought to Jason's attention that Engine 3 was on suspension and not eligible to vote. This did not effect the out come of the vote.
ASSISTANT SECRETARY - Sam Murray provided copies of the last steering committee meeting.
Jason has asked the chief’s committee and the standards committee to work on standards for utility vehicles.
1ST VICE PRESIDENT - Tom reported Chief Amos and Chief Greenlee have agreed to serve on the advisory board and that should take care of that problem. Funkstown Fire Co. has also submitted two names.
Tom has received a lot of calls in regards to the material in the health program. We need to be concerned about the language in that program and the volunteer.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER - Bob reported 10 students completed the EMT class in our Technical High School program. There are now four students in the Fire Firefighter I class ; the other students did not have affiliation with a fire company.
We still have not received the Physical Examination Survey for 7 companies. Please return these we need this information for the county and state
In August you voted to have all companies go to Quik internet service for the association and all companies. The association is looking at this as a better way to communicate between the office the committees and officers. To get the discount donation from Quik internet along with the free e-mail addresses we need all the companies to sign up.
MSFA low interest loan we have only had 5 companies return the surveys. The association will need some of the same information in the future.
Please read the rest of information in my written report.
EMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Alan reported flue shots are available from either Antietam Occupational Medicine or the Health Department schedule attached.
Please read my written report in regard to Recertification, Wellness program, QI issues, and Region II issues.
STANDARD’S COMMITTEE - Dave Myers talked to Annajean about riding on the back step. Annajean said with the insurance we must be seated and belted at all times.
Smithsburg Fire Co placed in service a new engine, the standards committee inspected it.
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE - Joe Kroboth reported Roy Lescalleet will represent communication on our committee.
After many months communication’s has the alpha pager system up and running. Roy said the system that works best is page net. A lot of people have Always paging, but communication said there seems to be a problem with equipment compatibility. They also said for people that run with several companies they will have to pick their primary company. If you are interested in the pager contact Roy, the cost will be $6.98 for pager and service.
You should have one person in the company to organize the service and contact page net. Each company will have a group number.
Chip Jewel said we might want to contact Frederick County they have had major problems.
According to communications we can have only one group number. Some of our members now have two group numbers.
Joe said there would be a special Chief’s meeting January 11th. At Community Rescue at 7 PM. For a presentation on the Wellness program by Antietam Health.
Joe also handed out Standard Operating Guidelines for fire and rescue. This was revised several times and adopted by the Chief’s committee. The committee is now presenting this guideline for approval by the association to be a county standard. This will go into effect in 2006 giving you five years to get the training you need.
Many delegates said they did not know what their company wanted to do about this. After some discussion a motion was made to table the vote until out next meeting.
Mt. Aetna fire company has had two replacements for there fire police, and Clear Spring has had one.
OLD BUSINESS - Sharpsburg Fire Company requested light duty status months ago. They would like to turn it over to the boundary committee.
Charlie reported that six months ago he and Jay were charged with replacing the banner that was stolen at Ocean City.
Charlie presented out new banner. The cost was $100. It was turned over to Dan Grove to take to Ocean City.
NEW BUSINESS - Sharpsburg Fire Co. wants to meet with head quarters. They are having trouble with their transfer assignments. This is a liability problem, they ask for an engine and are sent an engine tanker which has to set out side in cold weather because they can not put an engine tanker in their station.
Dale Martin asks if the county government has a grant writer that could help us. Blaine said they have a grant writer but that person will not work for non-profit organizations.
Dale said there is a lot of money out there for us and asked it would pay us to hire a grant writer?
Bob said for grants, you have to know what project you are going to spend the money on, how much that project will cost and you have to show were you are going to get the rest of the money. We need to let FEMA develop the program first, and we can be looking for the help we need.
Jason asked about the wellness program, Bob said the program was given to the chief’s committee. The people here need to communicate with your chief. We are trying to comply with what is already out there.
State raffle tickets were given to each company.
Tom talked about the requirements that come out of OSA . We have to protect the volunteer at all cost.
Glen Fishack said he agreed with Tom. Glen said he has both old and young members that could not pass the physical, but the company can not operate without them there are jobs for everyone.
Skip said he had a problem with a organization having he medical records and not have a choice of having his own doctor. There is a case in Maryland where a banker access records to find people with cancer. Once he identified them the bank called in their loan.
Skip said he thinks the wellness program needs to be review by the association attorney.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION - Jason said at the beginning of his term he challenged each of us with the job of getting along, in some cases this is not happing. You all know of the situation in Smithsburg. This has not been resolved.
The association vote and the commissioners concurred to deny a request for new service by the Smithsburg EMS service and that has been ignored.
Jason gave a directive that company 79 immediately remove all squad equipment from their utility vehicle. This is in violation of this organization and the county government. This is to be done immediately . Jason will also notify them in writing.
Jason made an appeal to Co. 7 to make every effort you can to resolve the differences between the two companies.
Glen Fishack said on behalf of Co.7 , they met a stone wall. The company did met with the Smithsburg Area Church association and they are willing to meet with Co. 79 to see if they can the two companies to meet.
Blain reminded us that a few months ago he asked for pictures of past presidents of the association to be put in the office. To date he has 4 pictures. Please get these to hem, they will be returned.
Jason thanked all companies for their attendance, it has been much better the last few years.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT BOONSBORO FIRE CO.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister
Secretary
October 2000
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue
Association was held October 19, 2000 at Hancock Fire Station.
The meeting was called to order by 2nd Vice President Brigette Heller. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Co, 28, Co. 10 and Eng. 5.
MINUTES There was a correction to the minutes, the date of the meeting was not stated in last months minutes. The secretary has made the correction in the written records, this will have to be changed on the web site.
A motion was made and carried to approve the minutes as corrected.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charles Shindle gave the following balances, checking $167,021.91 and savings $2,961.09. Charlie said our books are back from the auditor and every thing has been sent to the IRS. The auditor said our books were in order and in very good shape.
A motion was made by Dan Grove to approve the treasurer’s report. The motion carried.
GUEST Chop Jewell a member of the executive committee of MSFA he had no report the executive committee has not met since he was to our last meeting. He did ask if any one had any questions.
Terry Tompson a member of the MSFA executive committee and candidate for 2nd Vice President of MSFA, was present and gave us sine if his back ground and issues he would like to work on if elected.
COMMITTEE REPORT’S
STANDARDS Dave Myers reported there are four sets of standards floating around the county. He Jason found a stack of papers and 5 or 6 notebooks of old standards none are numbered or dated.
Steve Mitchell stated there is a dated set, that was dated January 1999. Steve said he left them in a book at the office.
Brigette asked Dave to contact the people that was consistent on that committee because we do have that together.
FIRE POLICE Doug Snow had a written report. He stated that the fire police are to wear the New Vest when on call. And any one picking up flair’s must show their I> D. cards.
Next meeting for fire police will be November 8th. At Fairplay.
BUDGET AND FINANCE Charlie said he had no report, but he does have a balance of each line item. If you have any question contact Charlie or Rick Hemphill.
LAW ENFORCEMENT Randy Wilkenson reported finial planes for the funeral of Craig Wibbley was just completed. Stating at 10:00A. M. on Saterday the area around St. John"s Episcopal Chruch in Hagerstown will be restricted. They expect people to start arriving at 11: a.m., the service will be one hour to one and a half hours. They are expecting Federal and State officials along with military personal. All law enforcement agents have worked together on this.
The procession will leave the city by way of Walnut St. and will make its way to South Potomac Street to Lappons Crossroads to St. Marks Church. All intersections will be closed as the procession passes on it’s way to Lappans Crossroads.
Randy asked that all fire police that could help meet at Fairplay Fire Station at !2 noon.
He also asked if Company 75 could sent a unit and set up behind St. Mark’s Church.
AWARD’S COMMITTEE Blaine Snyder gave out the information on the new Fire Police Award. Deadline for applicants for this award is October 30th. All others are due back October 23rd.
LOSAP COMMITTEE Skip had a written report he asked delegates to take this back to your company in case they did not get their fax. The LOSAP coordinator and alternate MUST attend the meeting November 3rd. The new length of service program adopted by the County Commissions in September will be explained.
IF YOUR COORDINATOR DOES NOT ATTEND THIS MEETING THEY WILL NOT RECEIVE ANY LOSAP MATERIAL. The committee will not except any data from them until they have met with the committee.
COMPUTER COMMITTEE Rick Hemphill reported they have received some new maps to be put in the map books and that will be done soon.
Fire house reports. We have not received August reports from company 26 and September reports from company 6 – 26 – and 7. We do have reports from everyone else. The reports are going in tomorrow.
Quick Internet. We don’t have many companies signed up with Quick, at this point it will not cost the company any thing. You will get free unlimited dial up internet for each company with multiple dial up accounts and company e-mail address. Free e-mail accounts for all department officers throughout the county. Establish Fund Raising program for each company.
You will get individual accounts for all WCVFRA members. With three personal e-mail accounts. No disconnects and No sign up fees, No contracts or long term commitments. Price per company member is $15.95
For every non member in the community that you sign up the cost is $17.95 and the company will receive $20.
The offer Quick, is making amounts to a donation of $17,000 to the association. Remember that we voted to do this in September. You can still keep your present account if you would like, and signup with Quick. If you have any questions call Skip, Rick or Bob.
Brigette reported that at the steering committee meeting there was a discussion on Fort Richie, and it was decided to sent at letter to all parties involved. There has been no word yet.
EMS Alan had a written report. Brigette went over some issues. There will be a meeting November 9th. At station 26 in reference to the CRT-EMT-I issue all that are interested are urged to attend.
ALS refresher class is filling up fast.
E-mais Vendor Fair proposal for electronic report writing programs. All fire and EMS people are urged to attend.
Triage tag training Alan has trained additional people to be trainers. If you would like to schedule training for your company contact Alan.
Cardiac arrest form MIEMSS wants this filled our after every working code. Please fill out the form and fax it to the association office.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER’S REPORT Technical High School program was moved to Funkstown Fire Station, we still have 10 students.
Respiratory Protection Program we still need Physical Exams form 7 fire and rescue companies . This information is need for the county and state association. PLEASE SENT TO OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
MSFA’S low interest revolving lone account board has a short survey they asked that all companies to complete and return to them. Please fax to the association office, our association will need some of the same information in the future.
MFRI will be sending to every fire station a drill manual for company’s to use as drill subjects.
Bob thanked all that contacted Barrtlett’s office in reference to the fire bill, he did sign on and the bill passed last week. Now we have to get congress to appropriate funds to get the program started.
NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL There were 106 fallen firefighters in 1999. We had members of Fire and Rescue at the service and the Horror Guard from the city participated in the program. It was a honor to see these people assisting the families. A special thanks to all of those members of the Fire and Rescue Service.
CHAPLAIN’S REPORT Leonard sent a memo to all presidents and company chaplain’s concerning deceased members. Leonard will hold a program to recognize these people at our Awards program at our November meeting.
Leonard would like to have the names of members we lost from January 1999 to July 2000. PLEASE send the names by November 10, 2000.
Brigette reported she talked to Jason today and he is doing very well.
Tom Altman had open heart surgery this morning. Skip talked to his son at 4 this afternoon , the surgery went well and Tom is doing well.
Leonard reported Brian Pile has had back surgery and is doing well also.
Jake Troup of Co. 4 had open surgery on Monday.
Gerald Shaw Co.5 will have surgery on Friday.
Chip Jewel reported Mick Mastrion a MFRI instructor and retired state police was taken to the hospital, he is in very bad condition.
Larry Offutt of the city and company 13 is off due to heart problems.
Dave Myers reported Chief Lee Morgan from Shepherdstown Fire Dept. passed away. He was Chief for about 45 years, and retired two years ago.
Leonard asked us to keep these people and their families in our prayers.
OLD BUSINESS Charlie said he forgot to report when he sent out checks from the gaming money, he deducted $65. From each county company . The $65. For the city was divided between the 6 companies. This was to pay for your fire house maintenance. This would make the difference in what he reported your received and what you did receive.
NEW BUSINESS Steve Mitchell said he was one of the people that went to the Fallen
Firefighter Memorial services, and was talking to some of those that organized the service. He was told that things did not go as smoothly as they did in the past. In years past they had box lunches for the families that had to leave immediately after the service, this year there were no lunches due to funding. Frederick County association provides some funding for the service. Steve said he thinks it would be nice for Washington County to do the same thing next year.
Steve said if you have never been to this service you should go. It made he feel good to know if something happened to him there would be someone to support his family. He would like to see someone from each company there next year.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT HALFWAY AWARDS WILL ALSO BE
GIVEN OUT.
A motion was made and carried to adjourn
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister, Secretary
The regular monthly meeting of The Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held at Children’s Village, hosted by Funkstown Fire 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.
MINUTES A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes as mailed . Motion carried.
TREASURER’ REPORT Charles Shendle gave the following balances , Checking $ 711,862.70 , Savings $ 2,961.09.
There was a mistake in the amount reported we would get from the gaming money. We received more money than we anticipated, each company will receive $ 21,427.27 and the association will received $144,634.00.
A motion was made and carried to approve the treasurer’s report.
The budget was also presented , Charlie made a motion to except the budget as presented. Blaine Snyder Eng,.1 seconded the motion , and was carried.
Jay Grimes stated we had started a program a few years ago. This was kits for pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade. These kits tie in with children’s village.
There was a meeting last week with at lest one teacher from each elementary school for a teach the teacher class. The teachers thought the program was very good and are willing to use the kits. It well take 50 phones to complete the kits at a cost of $600.
A motion was made by Don Shumaker Co.6 to spend the $ 600. From the extra money the association received, to complete the kits. Seconded by Rick Blair Co, 4 and carried.
GUEST
Chip Jewel member of the State Executive committee, said the MSFA attorney reported the "Chase case" was ruled in favor of the Baltimore City Fire Dept., but did not answer the immunity question for ambulance and rescue companies.
Fire Marshall Rocco Gabriel announced there 12 vacancies in the Fire Marshall’s office and vacancies for fire engineers.
National Fire Academy needs participation in VIP program or we may lose it.
Statistical Committee still needs reports form companies 5,27,2 in Washington County.
Loan program – a simplified form has been developed and available. All companies that have potential financial needs submit form.
MOSHA standards will soon be released . Keep a close watch on NFPA 1720 Volunteer fire service section .
EMT –I being implemented possible in 4 years.
Mark Bilger Deputy Fire Marshall for Western MD reported there were 200 people applied for fire Marshall, hope to have new people on board by end of December.
There are now 3 K-9’s in Fire Marshall’s service, they were trained by ATF. They are for use all over the state.
Jason said the association has written a letter to Secretary Mitchell , of the Maryland State Police asking for the re-appointment of Rocco Grabriel as Fire Marshall.
Lee Sachs member of State Executive Committee and candidate for 2nd. Vice President of State Association. He stated in reference to the "Chase case" we all need to carry insurance for errors and admissions.
Don Mooney – Chairman of the MSFA Fallen Firefighters Memorial , they have formed a foundation of all state wide organizations, of volunteer, career, state agencies, fire Marshall and DNR to construct a memorial in Annapolis.
We have approximately 400 names. The first from Frederick in 1840. It will take approximately $500,000. To construct.
Donald Knour past trustee of MSFA was present to thank us for support for re-election of trustee. He was not re-elected but there is still work to do.
Ron Bower – MFRI Coordinator for Western Md. Region was present. He said we are having better attendance at classes. Ron gave a written report on classes for the fall.
He also reminded us of the drill of the month on the home page, the drills can be down loaded and modified to meet any departments needs. Home page www.mfri.org Drill of the Month.
Dick Mettetal The increase in tags this year is really needed this goes to fund MFRI MEMS , Shock Trauma and State Police Helicopter.
Paramedics in your station can do immunization of firefighters.
Triage tags EMS committee is starting to train on these tags.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
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There are copies of the minutes from the Steering Committee meeting . Prepared by Sam Murray.
On Sept. 19th Jason, Jay and Rick met with the commissioners to bring them up to date on things that are happing, and some things we would like to see happen in the next few years.
1st. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT Tom gave a written report He met with the Sheriff about a Special Response Team for the Fire Police. The Sheriff said he would support the Special Response Team, However, very strict training and full detailed outline of all the activities would need to be reviewed before any further activity on this.
As to the additional fire police the sheriff will leave that up to the fire companies . The sheriff would like this to go through the proper channels.
It was made very clear there were no funds available from the Sheriff’s Dept.
Jason also requested I call a meeting of the advisory board. A meeting
Will be held October 10th. At the association office. If you have anything that needs to
be discussed, please fax it to the association office by October 6th.
It was Tom’s understanding from Verna Brown that the advisory board adopted the present guide lines on behalf of the association a couple months ago, if anyone was at that meeting please contact Tom.
2nd. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT Brigitte had no report on standards.
Brigitte provided a written report and asked that you read it. There were reports in reference to case reviews. Donna Carey reported to EMS about packaging of medication.
Brigitte also reported for Alan in reference to the proposal from firms for infection control to steering committee. The spring conference will include Street safety and survival class.
The training exercise held in Williamsport went well, the Medical Tactical response team was there . Please understand the importance in provider confidentiality in this team.
EMS report also included Dick Mettetal’s report and Jurisdictional Inventory report.
Crt class is doing o.k. and Life time in EMS will be in March 3th. & 4th.
Computer report Rick reported that at the August association meeting the membership voted to use Quik Internet Service to provide a uniform e mail network . To date only 14 companies have been connected.
In order for the email network to work, it will take every company to connect. The initial internet service is being provided FREE to each company and a reduced rate for each fire and ems personnel.
County map software will be finished by mid –October, each fire and ems and support company will get the software.
The Fire Incident reports are due by the 10th of each month. If they are not in on time the rest of the reports will be sent to the Fire Marshall’s office. This could effect your funding.
The following companies have not submitted reports for August - Sharpsburg Fire, Boonsboro Fire and Halfway.
Each Fire and EMS company should have the Fire House Training Module. If not please let Skip know. Most of the training codes are on the Communication Service for companies to download. Please download each week. Updates are placed on the Communication Server by midnight on Friday’s.
The first series of TV programs is being aired on Antietam Cable Network Channel 65. We need material form each Fire, EMS and support companies . Please read additional information in report.
The association web page . there is a form that can be filled out and submitted automatically to Bob Cumberland via email, that gives the contact people at your company. If you have any suggestions for the web page contact Skip or Rick.
An Internet training program was held at Williamsport Fire Co. , the training is offered free by Quik Internet for companies, members and support companies. Contact Bill Fennel at 301-714-14-7-
LOSAP Skip provided a written report . The commissioners will officially adopt the LOSAP program on September 26th 2000 . We need to thank the commissioners for this program.
There will be a meeting of the company LOSAP coordinators in November for the new Windows version of the LOSAP software.
Chaplain’s Report sympathy cards were sent to the family’s of Herbert Lewis Company 13 - Teddy Hull Company 4 – Rick Blair Company 4 and 49 on the passing of his Mother, and Jake Troupe is home from the hospital.
August 2000
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held Aug. 17, 2000 at Fairplay Fire 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 Eng. 5 and Company 59
GUST
Bill Fennel from Quick Internet presented us with an internet program for the association , member companies and company members. Also a fund raising opportunity selling this internet serve ice to people in the community. A motion was made for the association to use Quik internet service. The motion was seconded and carried. Our computer committee agreed to coordinate the companies with Quik. The companies can remain with the service if they would like, but can be linked with Quick to receive e- mail from the association. If you have questions contact Skip or Rick.
Chip Jewell member of the State Executive Committee was present. Chip invited us to attend a training class on Sexual Harassment in Frederick in Sept. Also Frederick County will open their Museum the 1st.Saterday in September.
Mark Bilger State Fire Marshal for the Western Md. Region was present A question was asked if the Fire Marshal has given any thought to deputizing the State Police? Mark said no but he would bring it to his attention.
Mark said Washington County can expect a 45 minute response Fire Marshal gets there. If you are sure the fire is out you can leve one person there. When fire marshal arrives the man can go home.
The Fire Marshal can now have non sworn people to do inspections. The job description has been written, and we have asked for 10 people.
New commercial buildings now use certification of fire system by engineer to met NFPA standards.
Rick Lillard from the Forest Service reported Maryland has two twenty person fire crews on the wild fires in Montana. These crews are composed by DNR, volunteer and career firefighter from across the state.
Volunteer Fire Assistance Program. Applications were mailed out in July. The funds can be used for training or equipment. The maximum amount is $750. To any one company and are matching funds.
The Federal Excess property has two 500 gal. Water buffalos available to any fire company.
Any questions may be directed to Ric Lillard at.301-478-2976 or e-mail: rlillard@dnr.state.md.us.
MINUTES A motion was made and carried to approve the minutes as received by mail.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charles Shindle gave the following report checking $ 10,034.19 and saving $2,961.09. Charlie reported there is a cash flow problem now due to the way the county is releasing funds now. We are to receive our check Sept. 12th. And every thing will be taken care of.
President’s REPORT
Committee’s of the association for 2000 . Jason is basically keeping committee’s as they are. As per our by-laws Tom Altman will replace Clint Stouffer on the Advisory Board.
As a reminder this is a committee of the County Commissioners , and this committee elects its own chairman.
Tag Chairman will be Travis Dudley from Co. 13
Parliamentarian- there will be two. Blaine Snyder and Wayne Williams. They will also serve on he by-law committee.
Revolving Loan Committee Jason would like to re-appoint Dan Grove of Co.9 and James Myers . A motion was made to re-appoint Dan and James to the revolving Loan Committee. By Blaine Snyder seconded by Jay Grimes motion carried.
Steve Wissner from Frederick County was appointed to the Low Interest Loan Committee by the State President.
Jason is requesting a written report by all committee’s.
Sharpsburg Fire Company would like to put a light duty squad in service. Jason sent them a letter stating the criteria to do so. A committee has been appointed to investigate and report back. They are Dave Knight Co.69 Dave Myers Co.1 , Steve Barnhart Co. 59
Steve Eby Co. 13 and Dave Irvin Co. 49.
Sharpsburg is looking at contacting the federal government and the state government for use of the land in that area as
More of it is being turned in to tourism and historical use, and they asked that Jason and someone from the commissioners to sit in on some of the meetings.
Bob Cumberland , Jay Grimes and Jason was asked to be at the office of Chris Shank in reference to Boonsboro Fire Company’s financial problems.
There is a military vehicle available to any company that wants it , it is in Hartford County.
1st. VICE PRESIDENT Tom had a question on Duty of the 1st. Vice President in reference to the executive committee and on the 911 board. Jason will give Tom an updated copy of the guide lines for the Advisory Board. At this time the executive board does not function , because we have been using the steering committee.
Jason and Tom will discuss this matter.
Clint Stuffer asked if the association will get reports from the steering committee?. Jason said that we will.
2nd. VICE PRESIDENT – No report
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER- Bob was not present but provided a written report.
Legislation we need to call and or write letters asking Roscoe Bartlett who is on the Defense Authorization Committee to have the Firefighter Investment and response enhancement (fire) act language remain in House Bill 4205, Section 1072
MFRI Fall Class schedule is out.
Respiratory Protection Program We need a count on the number of members each company has filling medical questionnaire, and taking the fit test, as soon as possible.
EMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Alan had a written report. He said he and Bob had been working together on several things. And asked that we read his report.
Bridgitte added we need to make fire dept.’s aware EMS is going to make a general request for AED’s one for each fire company. If you want one we need supporting documents, as to why you want one and get that information to Bridgitte by Aug. 22nd..
The cheat sheets were worked on by the EMS committee to fit Washington County. This is a state wide document we just added our input.
If you are using AED’s you need to document that.
CRT class – The students decided to have a regular CRT class.
STATE EMS- Wayne Williams reported at the meeting on Aug. 6th. There was discussion on turning communication equipment over to local jurisdiction. There is a true need for a tag increase to keep funding up for EMS and Shock Trauma.
There was also talk about the CRT program, they may have up to five years to go up to the CRT-I program.
There is $100,000. For terrorism training, if any company would like to has this training they can contact Don Lumkon. At 410-517-3600.
There is an Accident and Injury Prevention Award given at the convention but it has never been awarded. It will be continued until the 2001 convention, after that it will be discontinued.
Medicare there well be a four year implementation on new fee schedule, We are asking for your support on Senate Bill 2858.
Next Meeting will be Oct. 15th..
LOSAP There was a written report we ask that you read this. Skip ask that information
On individual losap status reports be posted in a prominent place.
Written reports from the Computer and Communication, and Fire incident reporting was available.
FIRE POLICE Doug. Provided a written report. The Fire Police asked for the endorsement from the Chief’s committee on the following items.
1. Effective July 1, 2000 all new members will have to have Haz-Mat Awareness and Traffic control training and CPR. Before going on the street. MFRI training for fire police with in 12 months of appointment.
2. Change from three Fire Police to five per company
The Fire Police would like to start a Special Response Team. The purpose is to respond to certain incidents for crowd control , traffic control. . for Hazmat , Bomb incidents, Natural Disasters Large scale fire, Large Accidents Terrorist incidents , Mass Causality and Crime Scene.
A motion was made by Jay Grimes to table this until next meeting. The motion was seconded and carried.
Jason asked Doug. to bring more information back to the association.
OLD BUSINESS Charlie Shendel reminded us our dues are due by Sept. 30th. The notices were sent out.
Jay reported that the commissioners will meet with Smithsburg, Williamsport and Maugansville on Tue.
NEW BUSINESS It was brought to our attention that our county banner was taken three years ago at Ocean City.
Jay and Charlie are to are to see about getting new ones.
Jason had a call from a news reporter about Van Conway. He has never been president of the association and he came to our meetings because he is a member of a member company.
Steve Mitchell said the news article was very disturbing.
Randy Wilkenson said he could not say to much, he did go and pick up Vans Fire Police badge and I>D> . Some of your photo equipment was taken as evidence. We probable will not get it back until the case was closed
It was decided it would be better if we don’t say anything and asked to let Jason make any statements.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION The next meeting will be at Children’s Village hosted by Funks town.
A motion was made and seconded and carried to adjourn.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Keister Sec.
MEETING JULY 20, 2000
After a very delicious meal prepared and served by the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Department, the meeting was called to order by President Jay at 7:55pm. We were led in prayer by Chaplain Horst, and in the pledge to the flag by President Jay.
All members except Engine 5 and Truck 1 were represented.
Jay introduced the following guests: a. Greg Snook, President of the Washington County Commissioners; b. Roger A. Steger, President of the MSFA, who offered a few words of congratulations; c. Charles ‘Jenks’ Mattingly, 1st Vice-President of MSFA, who reminded everyone that he would like our support next year; d. Gene Worthington, 2nd Vice-President of MSFA, who spoke of the low interest loans available from the state; e. Clarence ‘Chip’ Jewell, Executive Committee Member of the MSFA; and f. Lester Downs, Executive Committee Member of the MSFA. Commissioner William Wivell was unable to stay for the meeting. Commissioner Swartz, County Administrator Shoop, Delegates Shank, McKee and Donoghue, and Senator Munson all sent their regrets.
President’s Report: Met with Rod Shoop regarding boundary to come before the Commissioners. Met with Rod Shoop and Alan Davis concerning LOSAP. The TV channel (Channel 65) is in operation in association with the Commissioners and Sheriff’s Department. WCVFRA wants the 4pm to midnight segment. The Respiratory Protection Program information was passed out with each member company signing for a copy. This was prepared at a cost of $3400.00 and section 3 should be signed and returned to the Association. The Association has purchased the equipment to perform fit tests for air masks and for EMS masks. There are also funds available to have 10 people trained to perform the tests. This service will be extended to include County Government personnel working for the Water and Sewer department. The Physical Exam form has been faxed to all members and should be filled out and returned to see how close the Association is to the numbers. Fax information to the office as soon as possible. There is $68,000.00 available for physicals. The Association has purchased a $14,000.00 training module for the Fire House software which should be ready for installation in a few weeks. The committee has completed the review of the SURVEY and has split into sub-committees to write a presentation which should be ready in mid-August. President Jay congratulated the Leitersburg Volunteer Fire Company as being the only Company to have their Fire House reports in on time every time for the past year. He also thanked everyone for all their support over the past years.
The next item on the agenda was the Installation of Officers. The following officers were installed by Commission President Snook: President - Jason Baer, 1st Vice-president - Tom Altman, Assistant Secretary - Sam Murray, Treasurer - Charles Shindel, Assistant Treasurer - Rick Hemphill, Chaplain - Leonard Horst. 2nd Vice-president - Brigette Heller and Secretary - Barbra Keister were unable to attend.
President Baer gave a very moving and inspiring speech and asked all members to quit feuding and work together for the good of all and to keep from destroying the whole volunteer system.
He then opened the floor for questions, there were none. He then thanked all the quests for coming.
Jay discussed the summit meeting that the MSFA officers held this past weekend. There maybe a Bylaw change to eliminate the 2nd Vice-president position and create several Executive Regional Vice-presidents, so that the visitation of Companies and Associations can be split.
Jay thanked Company 4 for the delicious meal and Company 19 for allowing the meeting to be moved.
The Association thanked Jay for his leadership over the past four years. President Steger thanked Rick Hemphill and Skip Menges for their assistance with voting at the State Convention.
Tom Altman advised the Association that the County did not have the proper procedures in place for Fire Companies to purchase Tips under the most recent law changes. Fire Companies are exempt from the purchase of the tax stamps, but wholesalers have raised the cost of the tip bags by $1.00. Commissioner Snook said he would look into this matter. Tom advised all Companies to keep good records of tip bags purchased after July 1.
Good of the Association:
Don Koons came home last Wednesday and is doing well.
President Jason is going into the hospital on Monday.
Next meeting at Company 12 - Fairplay on August 17.
Motion to adjourn at 8:45 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Sam Murray
Assistant Secretary
WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE
June 2000 ASSOCIATION MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held June 15, 2000, at Community Rescue ‘s station.
The meeting was called to order by President Jay Grimes. Jason Baer gave the invocation.
GUEST Donald Knauer candidate for Board of Trustee for Maryland State Fireman’s Association. He was asking for our support for election at the convention.
Dick Mettetal reported on Maryland DOT grant request. We did not get information into the office in time to submit as the Association. Several companies did submit on their own.
July 1st we will have a new Ambulance response form.
A report on hospital alert was handed out.
The Volunteer Ambulance Inspection program is out it also includes ALS and BLS ambulance’s, First responder BLS, Chase cars ALS and Engine ALS.
SHERIFF’S DEPT. Randy Wilkenson reported we now have a combined SWAT team,
with EMS personal on the team. There will be training Aug 5th at Spring Field School.
MINUTES Corrections to the June minutes. The correct date was June 18th, and the new squad
standards committee of the MSFA. A motion was made to approve the minutes as corrected.
Motion carried.
Treasurer’s REPORT the report was given by Bob Cumberland, Checking account $71,037.51
and Savings $ 2,949.93. A motion was made and carried to approve the report.
PRESIDENT’s REPORT Jay reported the association bought the Air Test equipment, and Co.
20 will do the testing for every one in the county, including the ambulance companies. The
equipment was $15,000 with the training.
Jay talked with Chris Amos of Co. 75 and Jason Bare about the boundary issue. Alan and Bob
redid those and all parties agree. That will go to the commissioners for there approval.
2nd VICE PRESIDENT Steve said the retyping of standards is about complete and they will go
to the printers soon. When you receive these standards please discard old ones.
EMS Bridgitte reported they are working with Frederick County on weapons of mass
destruction. There will be a meeting at 7 P. M. on June 27th we are looking for help.
COMPUTER Skip reported they are working on county maps.
HAZ-MAT has been working to comply with OSHA regulations.
EMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Alan reported on the hospital alert report.
CRT application dead line is June 30th. Testing for class will be in July, class starts in Sept.
Paramedic program to begin in Sept.
Protocol update for 2000. All training should be done in July and implementation by August 1st. Alan is still looking for instructors. New drug keys well be issued and instituting a new narcotic security procedure.
Fire House reporting please be sure ambulance reports are filled out completely, including all skills performed and any other number filled. If you have hardware or software problems contact Skip at the office.
The state is offering a bulk purchase discount for triage tags. If interested contact Alan by June 30th.
Peer Review Committee has two vacancies one CRT and one EMT-B. If interested contact Donna Carrey at the hospital.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER Bob has been appointed to the Executive committee of Children’s village. Construction projects are to be completed by Sept.
Career Technical High School Program. We attended Awards program at North High, Smithsburg, Williamsport, and Boonsboro to give students a plaque for completing course.
Training for Arson Mitigation for 1st. Responders at National Fire Academy July 29th. And 30th. If interested contact Bob.
INSURANCE Inventory list must be to Annajean Bitner’s office by Aug 1st. If you don’t submit this inventory you will not have equipment coverage.
OLD BUSINESS Frederick County is making an appointment to the new low interest revolving loan program. Dave Irvin reported Brenda Keffer would be interested in serving on that committee. A motion was made to submit her name for appointment, and carried.
NEW BUSINESS Jay asked if we would like to go together with Frederick County on the hospitality room at the convention? We are saying it would cost about $ 1,700. This would be money we received from the last country and western show, and not county money. Hospitality Room would be at the American Legion from 8 P.M. to 10 P.M. A motion was made and carried to go with Frederick County for Hospitality room and use approx. $1,700. From the country – western show,
A motion was made to sell the old car.
Election of Officers for the next term,
President Jason Bare
1st. Vice President Tom Altman
2nd. Vice President Bridgitte Heller
Secretary Barbara Keister
Assistant Secretary Samuel Murrey
Treasurer Charles Shindle Sr.
Assistant Treasurer Rick Hemphill
Chaplain Leonard Horst
A motion was made and carried to destroy the ballots.
We have also talked about the Line of Duty Death Memorial; we have talked with the atty. And we can use the remaining money from the country–western show for that. The memorial was approved several months ago. And would be placed at the association office. A motion was made and carried to use the rest of the money form the country–western show for the memorial.
A motion was made and carried to support Donald Kana for Board of Trustee of the MSFA.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT SHARPSBURG AMBULANCE
Reminder for delegates to please make sure you pick up handouts before the meetings.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister, Sec.
WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE
May 2000 ASSOCIATION MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held May 12, 2000 at station 79.
The meeting was called to order by President Jay Grimes. The invocation was given by Chaplain Leonard Horst.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Eng. 2 and Eng.5
GUEST Terry Thompson and Gene Worthington candidates for 2nd Vice President of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association were present.
MINUTES There was a correction to the April minutes. Co. 19 stated they were present in April . A motion was made to approve the minutes as corrected. The motion carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave the following report. Checking $78,674.83 and savings $ 2,949.93. A motion was made and carried to pay the bills.
EMS Bridgitte reported that the reroute policy was approved by the Region II council Medical Advisory. The policy as been tested and adjustments have been made. At the jurisdictional level. Alan has worked with the hospital on this and the guidelines will be presented to the EMS committee at the regular meeting. Copies have been faxed to all companies.
Paramedic program at HCC is to begin in Sept.
Recertification for EMT-B class will be May 20th and 21st also June 3rd and 4th in Frederick . EMT-P class will be Nov. 18th and 19th - Dec. 2nd and 3rd at Company 26.
If you want an AED or a Life Pack monitor we need your request by the end of next week. Also the DOT grants are due.
COMPUTER COMMITTEE Rick reported they are scanning the map books and adding new streets on Fire House software.
Skip reported he faxed out memo to all stations on 1999 FETN MATERIAL. If you are getting bills from Fire House software other then what your company purchased their self he needs to know about it.
There are still companies that have not sent in their reports for the Fire Marshal. If not in on time your money may be held up.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER Annajean Bitner is preparing bids for insurance program, written on all members of the Fire and Rescue Association . She needs from each company an inventory of portable equipment you wish to have covered. This needs to be at her office by Aug. 1st. No inventoroy , no coverage. Inventory must include description of item and serial number and replacement cost of each item.
New Squad Standards from rescue committee of the MSFA will be voted on at the convention.
Bob met with Congressman Bartlett and his legislative assistant from the Washington office toast hem to vote in favor or several bills. Bob also met with Sen. Mikulski on the same bills.
CHAPLAIN’S REPORT Leonard reported that Glen Fishack of company 7 had been in the hospital.
FIRE POLICE Doug reported on the election of officers.
BY –LAWS Blaine reported copies of by-law changes were given to all companies present and signed for. Blaine will deliver copies to companies not present.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT Jay reported the Air Mast test equipment cost approx. $13,000. Has been ordered. This is also for EMS . At this point the Air unit and special operation will do the test. NO CHARGE TO THE COMPANIES.
Quick books Skip has all the material in there are still about 5 departments that is not enrolled in that , and we would like to get 100% on that . Discussed some of the basic accounts last week. He will go back to the county to see if that is what they want.
Bob has worked out a deal with the VOLUNTEER FIRE COUNCIL. To purchase the program on the OSHA AND MOSH STANDARDS this will be personalized for each company.
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT People with fire tag applications, Clint needs them back . and those that need applications let him know. FALL CLASSES from MFRI. Are out.
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT Steve reported the standards are about ready to go to the printer.
OLD BUSINESS Jay received a letter from Smithsburg Fire Company in reference to changing the designation of their Rescue Engine to a Squad. A motion was made to deny the request to change from a Rescue Engine to a Squad . The motion carried by roll call vote.
NEW BUSINESS Blaine read the nomination of officers for the year 2000- 2002.
President Jason Bare
Clinton Stouffer
1st Vice President Tom Altman
2nd Vice President Skip Menzies
Bridgitte Heller
Treasurer Charles Shindle Sr.
Assistant Treasurer Rick Hemphill
Secretary Barbara Keister
Assistant Samuel Murray
Chaplain Leonard Horst
R. D. Myers was nominated from the floor. It was determined he could not run because his company could not vote.
A motion was made to close the nominations. Election of officers will be at the June meeting.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE AT COMPANY 75.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister , Sec.
Washington County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association
April 2000 Minutes
The regular monthly meeting of the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association was held April 20,2000 at South Hagerstown station hosted by Pioneer Hook & Ladder.
The meeting was called to order by President Jay Grimes. Jason Bare gave the Invocation.
ROLL CALL All member companies were present except Company 1. Companies not eligible to vote were Co. 12 , Eng. 2, Co. 19, 1 .
GUEST The President of the Washington County Fireman’s Association Auxiliary presented a check for $ 300 for the association , to be used for hospitality at the convention.
Rick Lillard from the Maryland DNR reported The Volunteer Fire Assistance Program a 50/50 matching grant administered by the U. S. Forest Service throughout the state foresters . It provides funding to rural fire departments that protect populations of less than 10,000. The House of Representatives in Washington want to increase this grant to 10 million Dolores. This still must pass the Senate.
Applications for this program will be mailed out soon to each fire department in Maryland.
The wildland firefighter basic ("Red Card") training will be held at Flintstone Fire Co. May 6 & 7 from 09:00 to 16:00 hours each day. This is open to any Maryland firefighter and is one step in the process to qualify for fighting wildland fire out of the state.
Mrs. Bently, Region II coordinator for the Critical Incident Management Stress Team talked on helping us deal with difficult incidents. She handed out a list of some of the incidents we may be faced with. We can reach the team by calling Syscom at 1-800-648-3001. She said the team should be at our station in 30 to 45 minutes and no longer than a hour.
Dick Mettetal told us about the state Highway Grant Program. He feels that we should apply for this program through the association. The items requested have to relate to highway incidents. The request has to be written by you company but should be submitted with others by the association. So lets get the request in to the office.
Remarks were make by the following Lester Downes Terry Thompson and Judy White candidates for 2nd Vice President of the State Association, and Donald Kana candidate for re-election for Board of Trustees.
Election at the convention will be Tue. At 9:15, We ask that you stay around, as their will probability is more that one ballet.
Ted Minnesinger State Fire Marshal was present and said the county has been very good at getting our reports in, and for those that don’t you 508 money is tied to the reports and if your reports are not turned in the commissioners will be notified.
The problem we have with the length of time it takes for an investigator to get on the scene is where they live. We can no longer require them to live in the county they work in.
Judy White also thanked Boonsboro Fire Co. for sending their ladder truck to Frederick County for a funeral at Rocky Ridge.
MINUTES for the April meeting was mailed out. A motion was made to approve the minutes as corrected. The correction was the motion made by Charles Shinned was as follows
The decision of the officers was to put company 79’s utility back in service with the stipulation it would be presented to the commissioners as a duplication of service due to mistakes on the part of company 79 and the investigating committee. and the commissioners would make the final decision. A question was asked if that was on the tape?. Charlies said he did not review the tape. But that was his motion. Jay said that was not on the tape because the tape ran out as the motion during the motion.
Also the secretary did not vote because she was a member of Smithsburg.
TREASURER’S REPORT Charlie gave the following treasurer’s report checking $29,697.80 and savings $ 2,939.04. A motion was made and carried to approve the treasurer’s report.
FIRE POLICE Nomination for officers was held. Fire police have been asked to help with a couple of parades and at Children’s Village . There will be Haz-Mat training at station 4 on May 6 at 9 a.m.
COMPUTER FETN there is a survey to see if the programs worth the $ 5,000. To participate in this program, it seems that not many companies are using FETN. Please get the survey back to the office.
SLOPE Housebill 1303 passed. This reduces the length of service for income tax subtraction to 3 years by 2002. The amount may be raised to $5,000. Over three years.
At LOSAP meeting April 19th all EMS companies were present ,but not all fire companies. There was very important information discussed at that meeting. Skip asked that the coordinator and alternate contact hem April 28th at the association office. A letter has been faxed out to companies not present. Companies not present were Eng.2 Co. 1-2-6-12 and 16.
Skip reported they are still working on the internet connection.
Fire House software all companies did get their reports in. Most EMS companies have been submitted. Company 75 has a problem with their reports as they have only one computer set up with this system. They are trying to work on this problem.
The new streets have come out from the county planning office. The maps will be scanned into the computer, and each company will get a C.D. rom. To use in their lap top.
EMS Bridgitte reported Alan will give the secretary a copy of the draft for the re-route policy to put with the minutes. We have 134 EMT’s that have to recert before Ube 30th.
Region II cancel made a recommendation to replace Bob Cumberland with Alan Butsch EMS Management Specialist because he needs to be part of the council .
EMS committee is sti looking for a BLS provider for medical advisory committee and region ii council.
Bridgitte and Clint attended a meeting in Frederick on terrorism We need to start to look at this.
At the next EMS meeting we hope to wrap up a plan for Alan to do scheduling with the collage for the entry test for CRT class and Bls test.
Bridgitte also reported EMS is not trying to take fire departments of calls; they are trying to change ALS to BlS calls when possible.
EMS MANAGEMENT SPECIAL Alan gave high lights of his wrote report. Alan has been working on rectification issues. We have been working on a draft for re-route policy, until it is completed an approved we will still work under Region Is policy.
Ambulance inspections we are still waiting on new standards. We have been requested by the association president to look at turn out gear compliance with NAPA, and infectious control records.
County purchasing four companies has signed up. If you are interested contact Alan.
Alan would like to thank the association for the new minivan. It is a big improvement.
HCC Paramedic program has been approved by the state. The program will begin in Sept. If interested contact Mr. Perry at HCC.
EMT-B recerts- there are two recert classes April 29th and 30th. And May 6th and 7th. At Barrack Height Fire Dept. and starts at 8 a.m. Another at Frederick Training center May 19th & 20th. And June 3th&4 Th. Call 1-800-287-6374 to register. EMSS will sometimes grant an extension I time for 6 months. You must file before your card expires.
EMT-P recreate Nov. 18 & 19 Th. and Dec. 2nd & 3rd. At company 26. Any questions contact Alan. EMS week is May 14th through May 20th. Currant plans are displaces at the Valley Mall May 20th. And possibly a reception the Sunday before. If your company wants to participate contact Tim Gargana.
Fire House reporting has grant potential for us, Please sees that the reports are filled out completely.
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER’S REPORT Bob lighted his written report we are starting to sign up students for our Vetch program. Bob would like someone from the different companies to go with him to school to talk to students. He also needs your help with the student’s internship.
The following companies have not turned in the statistical reports Co. 4-5-27-79-7 and 29.
These companies have not turned in their credentials forms Co.69-12-75-10-9-27-13-16-79-Eng.5 Co. 26-Eng.4 and Co. 29.
There are new squad standards to be voted on at convention.
The state has passed a low interest revolving loan program .
CHIEF’S COMMITTEE Joe Kroboth reported the committee met April 12th and discussed standards one of these was the Minimum Apparatus Manning. It was recommended by the Chief’s committee for the association to adopt this standard.
A motion was made and carried to adopt the Minimum Apparatus Manning standard.
There will be a special Chief's committee meeting May 17th at Sharpsburg Fire Station.
OLD BUSINESS Jay talked to Ron Karn about the alph pager system hope it will be up and running in 1 to 2 months. A group page should go out in about 15 sec.
Jay said we had a bad debt from our last country and western show of $11,000. Our attorney has kind of turned that around and we should be getting that money back.
Secretary is now working to get the minutes on the computer, now it can be down loaded to the website. www.wcvfr.org.
The smoke detector program, the time is up we need to get everything back. The fire marshal needs the information next month.
On the gaming bill we ask that fire and rescue to be exempt from sticker fees. that did get into the bill . We asked that it be reviewed each 6 months by delegation if the fire and rescue was being effected they would take proper action.
On the commissioners side we asked that the gaming commission start submitting a report that shows what each department gets rather than what the association gets. The commissioners assured Jay they would do that and would change reporting form gross to net. And agreed to put it in writing.
Charlie said the original bill had a sun set clause, it was taken out but now it is in the bill again June 2003.
Donnie Lehman asks about state police using FEN material Jay said the problem was with FEN. Because it would go into ever house. This can be a liability issue the association doesn’t have a problem with it if the state police don’t.
A motion was made to reappoint Jason Baer to the Emergency Trust Fund. Motion carried.
GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION Chris Amos reported on insurance issues they have had with staff car. He reminded every one to check on they insurance and be sure you know what is in your insurance.
Blaine will chair the nominations they will be next month.
MAY MEETING WILL BE AT SMITHSBURG AMBULANCE.
Respectfully submitted
Barbara Keister Sect