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FOREIGN FIRE INSURANCE TAX BOARD
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETING
Date: 01/03/07
Notice is hereby given that the Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board has changed the time of
its meeting on 01/08/07 at 8:00 a.m. to 01/11/07 at 8:00 a.m., in Fire Station#1, 550
Summit Street in Elgin, Illinois.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the matters set forth in the agenda below.
Scott Smith
Chairman
Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board
FOREIGN FIRE INSURANCE TAX BOARD
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Reading of Minutes — October Meetings of 2006
D. Agenda Items
E. Bills
F. Committee Report
G. Old Business
H. New Business
I. Announcement Of Next Meeting
J. Adjournment
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Meeting Agenda
Fire Station N' 3
2455 Royal I3lti-d. Elgin, II..
January 20. 2007
0700 hrs.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Mike Falese Fire Chief
Scott Smith Chairman
Dave Fell Vice Chairman
Chris Harris Treasurer
Chris Bradshaw Secretary
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
REPORT OF TREASURER
AGENDA ITEMS
• 07-23 Request by FF Nangle for reimbursement for mileage while commuting to
Management 4 class at SUFD academy during 11/27/06— 12/01/06—in the
amount of$222.50
• 07-24 Request by FF Scott Smith for the subscription to the Courier News for all
stations.
BILLS
COMMITTEE REPORTS
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
• April 9, 2007
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Agenda
Fire Station N' 1
550 Summit Ave. Elgin, IL.
April 9, 2007
0800 hrs.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Mike Falese Fire Chief
Scott Smith Chairman
Dave Fell Vice Chairman
Chris Harris Treasurer
Chris Bradshaw Secretary
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
REPORT OF TREASURER
AGENDA ITEMS
07-24 Request by Lt. Ryan for the purchase and installation of a Stereo Receiver and cables for
the Living room of Station 5, as well as, a T.V. stand to replace the current one. This
request is in the amount of$350.00 for the stereo, $150.00 for the installation, and from
$170 - $350 for the T.V. stand.
07-25 Request by FF Galli for(4) LifeFitness Cable Crossovers (as seen in Fire Sta. No. 6) to
replace Paramount Multistation equipment currently used at Fire Sta. 1,3,4, and 5. This
request is in the amount of$17,661.56.
07-26 Request by FF Waesche for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending FF3
program. This request is in the amount of$558.63
07-27 Request by FF Domaracki for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending FF3
program. This request is in the amount of$653.90
07-28 Request by FF O'Malley for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending FF3
program. This request is in the amount of$295.00
07-29 Request by FF Hanks for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$141.00
07-30 Request by FF Miller for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$199.94
07-31 Request by FF Villarreal for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$219.00
07-32 Request by FF Newby to repair the soda machine at station#2. This request is in the
amount of$261.00
07-33 Request by Lt. Wahl for the purchase of(1) Motorola XTS5000 VHF portable radio &
(1) Motorola XTS5000 800MHz portable radio for the Fire Investigation Unit. This
request is in the amount of$8,627.51
07-34 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of a CD player, Cables & CD Wallet for
Station 1. This request is in the amount of$203.00
07-35 Request by Lt. Bialek for the purchase of(1) hand held range finder for the Dive Team.
This request is in the amount of$300
07-36 Request by FF Scott Smith & Lt. Frazier for the purchase of Stream light upright
flashlights for all suppression personnel. The proposed flashlight will come with an extra
battery and a piggyback battery charger. The initial cost is substantial, and by splitting
the cost with the FD budget, we can avoid depleting the unifoini/equipment budget for
the year. This request is in the amount of$6,337.50
07-37 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of a 3rd badge for the issue to all personnel.
To date, we are issued only(2)badges, and have to swap the badges on the different
uniform pieces. This request is in the amount of$7,162.50
07-38 Request by Capt. Benson for the purchase of a replacement television in the basement of
Station 1. This request is in the amount of up to $4,000
07-39 Request by FF Olkowski for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending FF3
program. This request is in the amount of$487.27
07-40 Request by Lt. Hopp for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$80.00
07-41 Request by FF Nangle for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$219.00
07-42 Request by FF Nangle for educational reimbursement for Dive Rescue International class
"Public Safety Diver Survival". This request is in the amount of$350.00
07-43 Request by FF Nangle for approval for costs associated with the attendance at a
swifiwater class by Dive Rescue International. This request is in the approx. amount of
$2,000.00
07-44 Request by FM Dunne for funding for(2) members of the EFD to attend the Illinois Fire
Inspectors Association's 31 Annual Public Education Conference. This request is in the
amount of$741.00
07-45 Request by Lt. Wahl for the purchase of(3) Fire Files Licenses & Software support for
the Fire Investigation Team. This request is in the amount of$1,949.94
07-46 Request by FM Dunne for the purchase of(40) carbon monoxide detectors for the
distribution to disadvantaged members of the Elgin community. This request is in the
amount of$1,200.00
07-47 Request by FF Freise for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in the
amount of$57.00
07-48 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of(6) digital voice recorders for the Fire
Investigation Unit. This request is in the amount of$450
BILLS
• Station 3 courier paper($100)
COMMITTEE REPORTS
OLD BUSINESS
• Outstanding approved request's
• Revise By Laws
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
July 9, 2007
ADJOURNMENT
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MEETING MINUTES
ELGIN, ILLINOIS
APRIL, 9 2007
CALL TO ORDER
- Meeting called to order at 08:12
ROLL CALL
Mike Falese Fire Chief P
Scott Smith Chairman P
Dave Fell Vice Chairman P
Chris Harris Treasurer P
Chris Bradshaw Secretary P
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
TREASURERS REPORT
- Chris Harris provided a current report of the FFIT accounts.
- Checking account balance $5,000
- Savings account balance $ 166,440.72
Motion made to approve Chief/Fell 5/0 Pass
AGENDA ITEMS
07-24 Request by Lt. Ryan for the purchase and installation of a Stereo Receiver and
cables for the Living room of Station 5, as well as, a T.V. stand to replace the
current one. This request is in the amount of$350.00 for the stereo, $150.00 for
the installation, and from $170 - $350 for the T.V. stand. Motion made to
approve Chief/Harris 5/0 Pass
07-25 Request by FF Galli for (4) LifeFitness Cable Crossovers (as seen in Fire Sta. No.
6) to replace Paramount Multistation equipment currently used at Fire Sta. 1,3,4,
and 5. This request is in the amount of$17,661.56. Discussion on the need for
replacement of the current equipment. The fitness budget does not have the funds
for replacement of the machines. FF Galli was phoned and asked questions
regarding the results of the fitness survey. A large majority of the EFD survey's
expressed the approval of these Cable Crossovers. Also, the info from the fitness
committee that the Paramount Multistation equipment is outdated and considered
to be biomicanically incorrect/unsafe. The maintenance on the new machines is
less due to fewer moving parts. The fitness committee will provide a fitness
video/cd/wall chart for in-service info for how to use the machines. This is
considered to be increased benefit to the F.D. Motion made to approve
Bradshaw/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-26 Request by FF Waesche for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending
FF3 program. This request is in the amount of$558.63. Discussion on the draft
policy for mileage reimbursement. For consistency purposes it was determined
that the mileage should be figured from either Sta. 1 or the individual's home
address, whichever is the closer of the two. Payment will be made upon refigure
for the amendment to the policy. Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw 5/0
Pass
07-27 Request by FF Domaracki for reimbursement of expenses incurred while
attending FF3 program. This request is in the amount of$653.90. Discussion on
the draft policy for mileage reimbursement. For consistency purposes it was
determined that the mileage should be figured from either Sta. 1 or the
individual's home address, whichever is the closer of the two. Payment will be
made upon refigure for the amendment to the policy. Motion made to approve
Fell/Bradshaw 5/0 Pass
07-28 Request by FF O'Malley for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending
FF3 program. This request is in the amount of$295.00. Discussion on the draft
policy for mileage reimbursement. For consistency purposes it was determined
that the mileage should be figured from either Sta. 1 or the individual's home
address, whichever is the closer of the two. Payment will be made upon refigure
for the amendment to the policy. Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw 5/0
Pass
07-29 Request by FF Hanks for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$141.00. Motion made to approve Harris/Chief 5/0 Pass
07-30 Request by FF Miller for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$199.94. Motion made to approve Harris/Chief 5/0 Pass
07-31 Request by FF Villarreal for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is
in the amount of$219.00. Motion made to approve Harris/Chief 5/0 Pass
07-32 Request by FF Newby to repair the soda machine at station #2. This request is in
the amount of$261.00. Discussion on weather the candy fund should cover the
cost for the soda machine. FF Newby was not present to answer any questions
from the board. Motion made to deny Fell/Bradshaw 4/1 Harris dissent
Pass
07-33 Request by Lt. Wahl for the purchase of(1) Motorola XTS5000 VHF portable
radio & (1) Motorola XTS5000 800MHz portable radio for the Fire Investigation
Unit. This request is in the amount of$8,627.51. Lt. Wahl was present to answer
any questions. Discussion on the need for the radio's and if they are transferable
to any replacement FIU. It was asked if there are any radio's available from the
B/C vehicle and/or Code Dept. Chief stated that he will follow up on this
question. Motion made to approve pending the availability of radio's from the
above mentioned source Bradshaw/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-34 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of a CD player, Cables & CD Wallet
for Station 1. This request is in the amount of$203.00. This is an item for the
benefit for the F.D. members. Motion made to approve Chief/Bradshaw 5/0
Pass
07-35 Request by Lt. Bialek for the purchase of(1) hand held range finder for the Dive
Team. This request is in the amount of$300. Discussion on the request—it was
not clear as to a specific range finder. Also, it was not asked for in a budget or
line item request. A/C Rudy informed the Chief that currently there are not an.,
more funds for this item. Motion made to approve Harris/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-36 Request by FF Scott Smith& Lt. Frazier for the purchase of Stream light upright
flashlights for all suppression personnel. The proposed flashlight will come with
an extra battery and a piggyback battery charger. The initial cost is substantial.
and by splitting the cost with the FD budget, we can avoid depleting the
uniform/equipment budget for the year. This request is in the amount of
$6,337.50. Discussion on the need for these flashlights vs. the current issued
flashlights. The proposed flashlight is rechargeable and more user friendly
especially during firefighting activities. Harris asked the question if we need to
purchase these via Darley or possibly another vender with a similar bid. Fell
stated that he does not agree with the need to spend this amount of money for a
flashlight, especially since we are already issued one. Bradshaw/Smith already
has this flashlight and personally feels that these flashlights are far superior to
those that are currently issued, and consider this to be an improvement in
firefighter safety. A/C Baker stated that the new firefighter gear will have a
designated space for this type of flashlight. Motion made to approve pending
pricing from other vendors and the appropriate paperwork Bradshaw/Chief
4/1 Fell in dissent Pass
07-37 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of a 3rd badge for the issue to all
personnel. To date, we are issued only (2) badges, and have to swap the badges
on the different uniform pieces. This request is in the amount of$7,162.50.
Discussion on the need and if the F.D. should provide these badges. Fell asked if
we have a situation where we need to wear a uniform with the need for 3 badges
at one time —answer is "NO". Motion to deny Bradshaw/Fell 4/1 Smith in
dissent Pass
07-38 Request by Capt. Benson for the purchase of a replacement television in the
basement of Station 1. This request is in the amount of up to $4,000. Discussion
on the need for a T.V. for training in the basement. It is agreed that this T.V. is
old and not in the best of working conditions, however, this T.V. is not used often.
Also, the potential for the overhead projector to be used for all necessary training.
This has not been asked for in the budget process. Motion to deny
Fell/Bradshaw 5/0 Pass
07-39 Request by FF Olkowski for reimbursement of expenses incurred while attending
FF3 program. This request is in the amount of$487.27. Discussion on the draft
policy for mileage reimbursement. For consistency purposes it was determined
that the mileage should be figured from either Sta. 1 or the individual's home
address, whichever is the closer of the two. Payment will be made upon refigure
for the amendment to the policy. Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw 5/0
Pass
07-40 Request by Lt. Hopp for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$80.00. Motion made to approve Chief/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-41 Request by FF Nangle for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$219.00. Motion made to approve Chief/Harris 5/0 Pass
07-42 Request by FF Nangle for educational reimbursement for Dive Rescue
International class "Public Safety Diver Survival". This request is in the amount
of$350.00. Motion made to approve Harris/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-43 Request by FF Nangle for approval for costs associated with the attendance at a
swift water class by Dive Rescue International. This request is in the approx.
amount of$2,000.00 Motion made to approve Fell/Chief 5/0 Pass
07-44 Request by FM Dunne for funding for(2) members of the EFD to attend the
Illinois Fire Inspectors Association's 31 Annual Public Education Conference.
This request is in the amount of$741.00. Discussion on the request. Issue
brought up about a request approved from a previous meeting that had similar
circumstances. Discussion on weather we should approve the cost for 1 vs. 2.
Motion made to approve Harris/Bradshaw 4/1 Smith in dissent Pass
07-45 Request by Lt. Wahl for the purchase of(3) Fire Files Licenses & Software
support for the Fire Investigation Team. This request is in the amount of
$1,949.94. Lt. Wahl was present to answer any questions. Discussion on the
need for the licenses and software support and if the F.D. should pay for this. It
was denied in the budget process. This is an item that makes reporting easier than
hand written reports. Motion made to approve Harris/Chief 3/1 Smith
descent Fell not present for vote Pass
07-46 Request by FM Dunne for the purchase of(40) carbon monoxide detectors for the
distribution to disadvantaged members of the Elgin community. This request is in
the amount of$1,200.00 Discussion on the various questions of how the
program would be organized. Motion made to deny Fell/Bradshaw 5/0 Pass
07-47 Request by FF Freise for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$57.00. Motion made to approve Harris/Fell 5/0 Pass
07-48 Request by FF Scott Smith for the purchase of(6) digital voice recorders for the
Fire Investigation Unit. This request is in the amount of$450. Discussion on the
need for the recorders. Interviews, Photo Logs, or Scene Notes are the main
needs. FM Dunne has enough funds for 2 recorders. These 6 recorders would
give every other F.I. a recorder. Motion made to approve Bradshaw/Harris
4/0 Fell not present for vote Pass
07-49 Request by FF Craig McMahon for reimbursement of expenses incurred while
attending FF3. This request is in the amount of$688.85. Discussion on the draft
policy for mileage reimbursement. For consistency purposes it was determined
that the mileage should be figured from either Sta. 1 or the individual's home
address, whichever is the closer of the two. Payment will be made upon refigure
for the amendment to the policy. Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw 5/0
Pass
07-50 Request by BC Wagner for the purchase of(5) EFD custom axes for career
appreciation. This request is in the amount of$1,650.00 Motion made to
approve Chief/Harris 5/0 Pass
07-51 Request by BC Wagner for fitness membership reimbursement. This request is in
the amount of$219.00. Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw 5/0 Pass
07-52 Request by FF Roehrig for the purchase of(1) hat for each EFD member. This
request is in the amount of$1,310.00 Motion made to approve Fell/Bradshaw
5/0 Pass
OUTSTANDING BILLS
REPORT OF COMMITTEES
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
Motion made to adjourn @ 11:47 Harris/Bradshaw 5/0 Pass
FOREIGN FIRE INSURANCE TAX BOARD
Meeting 1-1inutes
Fire Station N 1
550 Summit St. E huin, II
Jul) 9, 2007
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order at 0813
ROLL CALL
Mike Falese Fire Chief P
Scott Smith Chairman P
Dave Fell Vice Chairman P
Chris Harris Treasurer P
Chris Bradshaw Secretary A
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Motion made to approve "Minutes" from previous meeting Chief/Fell 4-0 Pass
REPORT OF TREASURER
AGENDA ITEMS
07-53 Request by FF Curt Hanson for reimbursement for meal expenses incurred during
Rope Operations class from 4/30/07 —5/04/07. This request is in the amount of
$65.
Motion to approve. Falese/Fell—Passed 4-0
07-54 Request by FF Curt Hanson for reimbursement for fitness membership at XSport
Fitness. This request is in the amount of $219
Motion to approve. Falese/Fell—Passed 4-0
07-55 Request by FF Craig McMahon for reimbursement for fitness membership at
Snap Fitness. This request is in the amount of$219.
Motion to approve. Fell/Falese—Passed 4-0
07-56 Request by FF Homuth for reimbursement for fitness membership at LifeTime
Fitness. This request is in the amount of$219
Motion to approve. Falese/Fell—Passed 4-0
07-57 Request by FF Meier for educational reimbursement for attending OSFM Vehicle
Machinery Operations class in North Aurora on March 19-23. This request is in
the amount of$652.15 (see request for breakdown of expenses). Discussion as to
the completeness of back-up documentation.
Motion to approve. Falese/C. Harris—Passed 4-0
07-58 Request by FCIP Ron Sessions for educational reimbursement for Fire Prevention
class from ICC. This request is in the amount of$229. Discussion as to the
requirement of this class by the FD. Information was that this is a study/help
class to assist in passing the certification class. FM Dunne verified no FD funds.
Motion to approve. Falese/Fell—Passed 4-0
07-59 Request by Lt. Cagann for expenses to attend an ICS course in Phoenix, AZ. This
request is in the amount of$1,840 (see request for breakdown of expenses). All
supporting documents present. Discussion as to a training reimbursement limit
per year.
Motion to approve. C. Harris/Falese—Passed 4-0
07-60 Request by Capt. Schmidt to repair Sta. 6 T.V. in the weight room. This request
is in the amount of$119.
Motion to approve. Fell/Falese—Passed 4-0
07-61 Request by FF Galli for the purchase of(4) Life Fitness Power Racks. Included
with each rack is a bench, Olympic bar, curl bar, and weight plates. This will
replace workout equipment at Sta. 1,3,4 & 5. This request is in the amount of
$16,375.12. Discussion as to the FD supplying more fitness budget money as is
necessary to provide the level of fitness needed and desired by FD operations and
FD policy.
Motion to approve. Falese/Fell—Passed 4-0
07-62 Request by Capt. Maroder for registration fee's to send a team of Elgin
Firefighters to Milwaukee on September 7 & 8 to compete in the Firefighter
Combat Challenge. This request is in the amount of$485 (see request for
breakdown of expenses).
Motion to approve request including registration and per diem. Falese/Fell —
Passed 4-0
07-63 Request by Lt. Zierk for reimbursement for out of pocket attorney fees needed for
application for disability pension. Money needed is non-refundable and an
attorney is required for this process. This request is in the amount of$2,500
Discussion as to the legality of the reimbursement, if the request was in the FFIT
scope and if the reimbursement opens the door for issues with legal fee
reimbursement. Request tabled so as to get an opinion from our legal counsel and
a pension lawyer.
Request tabled while more information is gathered.
07-64 FF Homuth was present to explain any questions about his request. Request by
FF Homuth for reimbursement for out of pocket attorney fees needed for
application for disability pension. Money needed is non-refundable and an
attorney is required for this process. Harris asked if the Local 439 was asked to
contribute. This request is in the amount of$2,500. Discussion as to the legality
of the reimbursement, if the request was in the FFIT scope and if the
reimbursement opens the door for issues with legal fee reimbursement. Request
tabled so as to get an opinion from our legal counsel and a pension lawyer.
Request tabled while more information is gathered.
07-65 Request by FF Marella for the donation to the Fire Barn No. 5 Museum annual
Corporate membership. Discussion as to the FD benefits the Museum provides
through public education, preservation of history, and public relations. This
request is in the amount of$500.
Motion made to approve. Falese/Fell - Passed 4-0
BILLS
Treasurer continuing bill payments upon receiving required receipts/documents.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
No committees
OLD BUSINESS
No old business discussed.
NEW BUSINESS
No new business brought forward.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
October 8, 2007
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Agenda
Fire Station N 1
550 Summit St. Elgin. Illinois
October 8, 2007 at 0800 hrs.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Jack Henrici Director
Scott Smith Chairman
Dave Fell Vice Chairman
Chris Harris Treasurer
Chris Bradshaw Secretary
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
REPORT OF TREASURER
BILLS
1. 07-57 Meier/VMO class
2. 07-58 Sessions/FP class
3. 07-59 Cagann/IC class
4. 07-60 Schmidt/St.6 TV repair
5. 07-62 Maroder/Combat Challenge
6. FGM Invoice
7. 07-65 Marella/FB5 request
OLD BUSINESS
1. Tabled 07-63
2. Tabled 07-64
NEW BUSINESS
• Upcoming elections for seats occupied by Chris Harris and Chris Bradshaw
• Dates for the 2008 FFIT meetings
• Evaluate current Board positions.
• 07-66 Wayne Smith—Dive Team cold weather suits - $5517.05
• 07-67 J. P. Fahy—Redmond Symposium - @$4022.16
• 07-68 J. P. Fahy—Pension Seminar- @$1789.76
• 07-69 Maroder—Peer Fitness Certification for 6- $
• 07-70 Zawada—Sirius boom box and service for all Stations - $4552.00
• 07-71 S. Smith—IFSI Truck Ops Course for 3 - $3114.16
• 07-72 Newby— Used pop machine for 2's - $266.25
• 07-73 McCauley—Audio/video system for 3's workout room - @$200.00
• 07-74 Nangle—Polaris 6X6 utility vehicle - @$25,000
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• 07-76 J.P. Fahy—4 union t-shirts for personnel- @$4000.00
• 07-77 Zawada—Replacement TV for workout room —under$2000.00
• 07-78 Clausen—Per diem for instructor I- $85.47
• 07-79 Lamz—Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-80 Waesche - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-81 Gagliano - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-82 Olkowski - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-83 J. Smith - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-84 Oine - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-85 Sessions—FPB Class - $239.00
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Agenda
Fire Station N I
550 Summit St. Elgin. Illinois
October 22, 2007 at 0800 hrs.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Jack Henrici Director
Scott Smith Chairman
Dave Fell Vice Chairman
Chris Harris Treasurer
Chris Bradshaw Secretary
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
REPORT OF TREASURER
BILLS
1. 07-44 Dunne/FPB class
2. 07-57 Meier/VMO class
3. 07-58 Sessions/FPB class
4. 07-59 Cagann/IC class
5. 07-60 Schmidt/St.6 TV repair
6. 07-62 Maroder/Combat Challenge
7. FGM Invoice
8. 07-65 Marella/FB5 request
OLD BUSINESS
1. Tabled 07-63
2. Tabled 07-64
NEW BUSINESS
• Upcoming elections for seats occupied by Chris Harris and Chris Bradshaw
• Dates for the 2008 FFIT meetings
• Evaluate current Board positions.
• Investing some of the funds.
• 07-66 Wayne Smith—Dive Team cold weather suits - $5517.05
• 07-67 J. P. Fahy—Redmond Symposium - @$4022.16
• 07-68 J. P. Fahy—Pension Seminar - @$1789.76
• 07-69 Maroder—Peer Fitness Certification for 6- $
• 07-70 Zawada—Sirius boom box and service for all Stations - $4552.00
• 07-71 S. Smith—IFSI Truck Ops Course for 3 - $3114.16
• 07-72 Newby— Used pop machine for 2's - $266.25
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• 07-74 Nangle—Polaris 6X6 utility vehicle - @$25,000
• 07-75 Nangle—Comcast service upgrade (annual) - $3600.00
• 07-76 J.P. Fahy—4 union t-shirts for personnel- @$4000.00
• 07-77 Zawada—Replacement TV for workout room—under$2000.00
• 07-78 Clausen—Per diem for instructor I- $85.47
• 07-79 Lamz—Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-80 Waesche - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-81 Gagliano - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-82 Olkowski - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-83 J. Smith - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-84 Oine - Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-85 Sessions—FPB Class - $239.00
• 07-86 Hudik—Fitness reimbursement - $219.00
• 07-87 Dunne—FPB Safety Seminar - $155.00
• 07-88 Rink—Historical hat badges - $5750.00
• 07-89 Pump—Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-90 S. Smith—Fatal Fire Investigation class - $301.63
• 07-91 Wahl—Fatal Fire Investigation class - $301.63
• 07-92 Kick—Fatal Fire Investigation class - $301.63
• 07-93 Talbot—Fatal Fire Investigation class - $301.63
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• 07-95 Hopp—Fatal Fire Investigation class - $301.63
• 07-96 Soulier—Fitness reimbursement- $219.00
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
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• Meeting Minutes
Fire Station N 1
[ 550 Summit St. Elgin, IL
October 22nd. 2007
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order at 0815 hrs.
ROLL CALL
Jack Henrici Director A
Scott Smith Chairman P
Dave Fell Vice Chairman P
Chris Harris Treasurer P
Chris Bradshaw Secretary A
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes from previous meeting were read.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
REPORT OF TREASURER
Harris was still compiling the Treasurer's report and will disseminate when it is completed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
No committee reports.
BILLS
1. 07-44 Receipt submitted and Harris to pay immediately.
2. 07-57 Harris to follow up
3. 07-58 Check already written.
4. 07-59 Check already written.
5. 07-60 Receipt submitted and Harris to pay immediately.
6. 07-62 Request was removed by Maroder.
7. FGM paid today.
8. 07-65 check already written.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Tabled 07-63
Discussion regarding the tabled request for attorney fee reimbursement.
Recommendation from FFIT legal counsel and pension attorney was not to approve this
request due to the greater issues it would create with future legal fees. In addition legal
counsel did not think this request was in the scope of what the FFIT could use the fund
for.
Motion to DENY—Fell/Harris 3-0
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2. Tabled 07-64
Discussion regarding the tabled request for attorney fee reimbursement.
Recommendation from FFIT legal counsel and pension attorney was not to approve this
request due to the greater issues it would create with future legal fees. In addition legal
counsel did not think this request was in the scope of what the FFIT could use the fund
for.
Motion to DENY—Fell/Harris 3-0
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Election details discussed regarding the positions held by Harris and Bradshaw. Nomination
will be held until Nov. 30th with the elections to be held by vote on Dec. 3rd, 4th, 5th
Election committee is FF Waesche, Lt. Nelson, Cpt. Covert, and BC Bruce.
2. Meeting dates set for 2008. Meetings are scheduled for 0800 hrs at Station 1 on Jan. 8th,
April 3rd, July 8th and Oct. 7th. Meeting date, time and place are subject to change with
sufficient notice as it complies with the Open Meetings Act.
3. After discussion, Fell is going to assume the Treasurers position after Harris' term is up.
Smith will remain Chairman. Newly elected members will fill Vice Chairman and Secretary.
4. Discussion regarding investment of some of the funds. Will follow the Public Funds
Investment Act with a portion of the fund to increase the funds ability to benefit the Fire
Department.
Motion to invest$50,000 in a certificate of deposit—Harris/Fell 3-0
5. 07-69 Wayne Smith present to discuss his dive team request. This request just came up as
new cold weather gear became known. Currently the dive team does not have any cold
weather shore gear that is made for water rescue. Initial purchase by the FFIT with any new
gear and replacement taken over by the FD budget. Proof of insufficient FD funds was
requested.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
6. 07-70 Request by Fahy for reimbursement for 2 FD members to attend the Redmond
Symposium. Discussions were had with the attendees, which stated that they were going to
attend only certain portions of the symposium. In addition we discussed the request for
paying duty relief, which we don't approve to date. The request included per diems for all
days and duty relief.
Motion made to APPROVE PENDING actual expenses—Fell/Harris
7. 07-71 Request by Fahy to reimburse L439 in sending 2 members to the pension seminar.
Discussion was had with the attendees, which stated that the Pension Committee has an
operating budget for this seminar and that the 2 people attending will not have to have shift
coverage.
Motion to DENY—Harris/Fell 3-0
8. 07-72 Request by Maroder for 6 FD members to be certified as fitness trainers. There was
discussion about the priority that the FD puts on fitness and the disparity with the priority of
funds to support. Also, there was information that the fitness budget may have some funds to
accomplish this request.
Motion made to TABLE so as to find out what money is actually needed—Fell/Harris 3-0
9. 07-73 Request by Zawada for sirius audio in the work out rooms of all stations. There was
discussion that the request had no Station Captain approval outside Station 4. There was also
discussion as to the dollar amount of the request as opposed to the cost of CD radios and the
possibility sirius merging/folding which would leave the system useless.
Motion to DENY—Harris/Fell 3-0
10. 07-74 Smith present to request reimbursement for a Truck Company Operations course.
There was discussion on the FD budget denial and the relevance of the course.
Motion to APPROVE—Harris/Fell 3-0
11. 07-75 Request by Newby to repair the Station 2 pop machine. There was discussion about
the request last meeting to purchase a new pop machine that was denied. Also, this machine
is used by the Academy and it was felt that the Academy and the Station fund would be a
better funding source.
Motion to DENY—Fell/Harris 3-0
12. 07-76 McCauley requested a replacement audio for the Station 3 work out room. There was
discussion regarding the Station Captain approval and a reasonable cost.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
13. 07-77 Nangle present to make his request for an all terrain rescue/utility vehicle. Bill
presented benefits, common questions, brochures and other material regarding this request.
Supporting paperwork completely explained the request and the fact that is has been denied
in the budget process for the 3 past years and also denied in a grant request. Assurances were
given that the ongoing cost of the vehicle would be taken on by the FD.
Motion to APPROVE PENDING Fire Chief approval—Harris/Fell 3-0
14. 07-78 Nangle present to request a Comcast service upgrade to all stations. There was
discussion to the approval of the Fire Chief on the upgraded box.
Motion made to APPROVE PENDING Fire Chief's approval—Harris/Fell 3-0
15. 07-79 Fahy requested 4 union made t-shirts for every FD member. There was discussion
about the somewhat recent FFIT purchase oft-shirts for FD members. In addition, there is
the possibility of a new approved t-shirt(s) and the issuance by the quartermaster.
Motion to DENY—Harris/Fell 3-0
16. 07-80 Request by Zawada for a workout room replacement TV. There was discussion about
the large cost range for this TV. In addition, we discussed what has been bought for similar
work out rooms. Recently past work out room TVs have been purchased for $250. Also,
there is the ability to put a tube television in the work out room and save cost. We need to
have a more specific request for this TV, the research needs to be done prior to the request.
Motion to APPROVE UP TO$300.
17. 07-81 Clausen requesting reimbursement for FO1 class per diem. There was discussion that
all needed paperwork was submitted.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
18. 07-82 Lamz requested fitness reimbursement. There was discussion regarding the required
paperwork submitted.
Motion made to APPROVE PENDING the submittal of required paperwork—Fell/Harris 3-0
19. 07-83 Waesche requested fitness reimbursement. There was discussion regarding the
required paperwork submitted.
Motion made to APPROVE PENDING the submittal of required paperwork—Fell/Harris 3-0
20. 07-84 Gagliano requested fitness reimbursement. All paperwork in order.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
21. 07-85 Olkowski requested fitness reimbursement. All paperwork in order.
Motion made to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
22. 07-86 J. Smith requesting fitness reimbursement. All paperwork in order.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
23. 07-87 Oine requesting fitness reimbursement. All paperwork in order.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
24. 07-88 Sessions removed request.
25. 07-89 Hudik requested fitness reimbursement. All paperwork in order.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
26. 07-90 Dunne requesting registration reimbursement to the FPB Safety Seminar.
Motion to APPROVE—Harris/Fell 3-0
27. 07-91 Rink requested money to buys historic hat badges to replace our current hat badge
system. There was discussion as to the actual approval to go to this hat badge system.
Conversation with Rink was that it was OK, but we had nothing from staff. Similarity of this
request was noted with leather boots, helmet shields, etc... FD budget would not be able to
cover this.
Motion to TABLE until the January meeting to affirm approval and the actual system details
—Harris/Fell 3-0
28. 07-92 Pump requested a fitness reimbursement. There was discussion regarding the required
paperwork submitted.
Motion made to APPROVE PENDING the submittal of required paperwork—Fell/Harris 3-0
29. 07-93 Smith requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
30. 07-94 Wahl requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
31. 07-95 Kick requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
32. 07-96 Talbot requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
33. 07-97 Figas requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
34. 07-98 Hopp requested reimbursement for fire investigation course. There was discussion
regarding the lack of FD budget.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
35. 07-99 Soulier requested fitness reimbursement. All paperwork was in order.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Harris 3-0
NEW BUSINESS
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
January 8th, 2008 at Station 1 at 0800hrs.
ADJOURNMENT
Minutes were approved in the 12/07 meeting—submitted by Scott Smith.
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FOREIGN FIRE INSURANCE TAX BOARD
Special Meeting Agenda
Fire Station N 1
550 Summit St. Elgin. Illinois
December 21, 2007 at 0830 hrs.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Jack Henrici Director
Scott Smith Chairman
Dave Fell Vice Chairman
Chris Harris Treasurer
Chris Bradshaw Secretary
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
REPORT OF TREASURER
BILLS
OLD BUSINESS
1. Tabled 07-91 —Rink/Historical Badges
NEW BUSINESS
• Election results
• Bylaws Amendments - Reviewed
• 07-100 Mardy Jakabauskas—FitnessReimbursement- $219.00
• 07-101 Tim Beulow—Fitness Reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-102 Vickie Rigney—Fitness Reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-103 Scott McCloud—Fitness Reimbursement- $219.00
• 07-104 Michele Trant—FFIII Reimbursement- $513.43
• 07-105 Chris Harris—Maintenance Tools - $3599.28
• 07-106 Chris Harris—Maintenance Tools - $5427.50
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
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FOREIGN FIRE INSURANCE TAX BOARD
Meeting Miflutes
Fire Station N' 1
550 Summit St. LIgin, IL
December 2!st. 20t)7
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order at 0815 hrs.
ROLL CALL
Jack Henrici Director P
Scott Smith Chairman P
Dave Fell Vice Chairman P
Chris Harris Treasurer P
Chris Bradshaw Secretary P
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes from previous meeting were read.
Motion to APPROVE—Fell/Henrici 5-0
REPORT OF TREASURER
To be discussed at the regularly scheduled meeting in January.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
No committee reports.
BILLS
To be discussed at the regularly scheduled meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
None
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Election committee results were discussed. Lehnhardt and Przybylski obtained the most
votes.
Motion to accept election results—Fell/Harris 5-0
2. Re-discussion regarding the by-law updates that were reviewed previously. Updates centered
on the adherence to the Illinois compiled statute.
Motion made to amend by-laws—Fell/Harris 5-0
3. 07-100 Jakabauskas requesting fitness reimbursement of$219.00.
Motion made to approve pending proper paperwork—Henrici/Bradshaw 5-0
4. 07-101 Beulow requesting fitness reimbursement of$219.00.
Motion made to approve pending proper paperwork—Henrici/Bradshaw 5-0
5. 07-102 Rigney requesting fitness reimbursement of$219.00.
Motion made to approve (has all paperwork) —Henrici/Bradshaw 5-0
6. 07-103 McCloud requesting fitness reimbursement of$219.00.
Motion made to approve pending proper paperwork—Henrici/Bradshaw 5-0
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7. 07-104 Trant requested training reimbursement for FFIII of$513.43
Motion made to approve (has all paperwork) —Fell/Bradshaw 5-0
8. 07-105 C. Harris requested maintenance hand tools - $3599.28 there was discussion
regarding the need for another 2 sets of tools. C. Harris stated that there was not enough
money in their budget for the additional, but the additional set would increase efficiency and
productivity. Chief Henrici wanted to investigate available funds through the fire department
budget.
Motion made to table—Henrici/Fell 5-0
9. 07-106 C. Harris requested maintenance hand tools - $5427.50 there was discussion
regarding the need for another 2 sets of tools. C. Harris stated that there was not enough
money in their budget for the additional, but the additional set would increase efficiency and
productivity. Chief Henrici wanted to investigate available funds through the fire department
budget.
Motion made to table—Henrici/Fell 5-0
NEW BUSINESS
ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING
April 7th, 2008 at Station 1 at 0830hrs.
ADJOURNMENT
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These minutes were approved in the 01/08 meeting—submitted by Scott Smith.
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