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Riverton Area Fire Protection District Nov. 15 meeting minutes
The Nov. 15 meeting of the Riverton Area Fire Protection District was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
On the 15th day of November 2011, the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Riverton Area Fire Protection District was commenced at 6:05 p.m. The meeting
was called to order by President Alex Lyons. Trustees present by roll call were Alex Lyons, Ray Lee, Dominic Vespa, Tom Rader and Nick McCarthy. Others present: Fire
Department, Louie Rogers, Keith Schenk, Joe Bartley, Todd Suhling, Jon Churchill, Justin Jacobs, Robert Cunningham, William Hurt and James Cribbett Jr. General public:
None.
Public Comment: None.
Secretary’s Report: Dominic Vespa (Copies of minutes given to trustees, fire district attorney and fire chief).
A motion was duly made by Nick McCarthy, seconded by Tom Rader and unanimously approved, was approved at the regular meeting of Nov. 15 for the minutes of the
regular meeting of Oct. 18 (all trustees present voted yes).
Treasurer’s Report: Tom Rader. Treasurer Rader explained the treasurer’s report.
Checking account balance: $70395.76; available balance, $69585.93.
Savings account balance: $183,033.80; available balance, $183,033.80
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Tom Rader to accept the treasurer’s report and unanimously approved, was approved as presented (all trustees
present voted yes).
CORRESPONDENCE:
Memorandum received from our attorney Jim Sinclair in reference to the tax levy filing so that he could prepare them. Mr. Sinclair was contacted and advised to go ahead
and prepare them as explained to us with his memo at a previous meeting.
Information received from Corkill Insurance Agency, Inc. of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, in reference to their insurance program. Information placed in file.
Memo received from Clear Lake Township in reference to their annual Christmas party.
A FOIA request was forwarded to us from the Village of Riverton from a Community Data and News in requesting information on fire calls. Request read. Secretary Vespa
said that he faxed a copy to our attorney Jim Sinclair.
OLD BUSINESS:
Further update, fire hydrants: President Lyons. He reported that the Village of Riverton is still repairing ones needing repair. Also the one on Main Street and Route 54 in
Spaulding is working. It is a reverse opening hydrant, different than others. They are planning to replace this hydrant later on, along with a hydrant on Ivy Hill. Also others that
may need replacing.
Further update, plaque wall: Secretary Vespa reported that work on the plaque wall is about ready to begin. It should be finished by next meeting, weather permitting.
Payment of worker’s compensation: Treasurer Rader reported it has been taken care of and premium paid.
NEW BUSINESS:
Adoption of the Tax Levy Ordinance.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Nick McCarthy to accept the 2011 Tax Levy Ordinance as prepared by our attorney and unanimously approved, was
approved as presented (all trustees present voted yes).
The deadline for filing is Dec. 27, 2011. The ordinance was signed and returned to our attorney for filing.
Purchases: The chief will cover in his report.
Closed session: There was no closed session.
REPORTS:
Training officer, Deputy Chief Keith Schenk. Verbal report given. Hose Advancement, SCBA and ladder training on 10-12-11. SCBA Donning and Doffing, RIT and 4-Gas
Meter training on 10-19-11.
Vehicle extrication, patient removal and trauma packaging on 11-2-11.
A live fire burn — SCBA and search is tentatively scheduled for 11-19-11 at Dawson Fire, weather permitting.
EMS Officer — Chief Rogers reported on (verbal report given). Chief Rogers reported on the above extrication class.
A trauma nurses class was held today for trauma nurses. Also the State Journal-Register newspaper was here. Arch Medical Helicopter also participated.
Cardiac emergencies class scheduled for December.
EMT-B Class — one waiting to test and one still in class.
Fire Chief — Chief Louie Rogers: FF-II Class — one still on class.
Possible future house burn with Springfield Fire Department.
Total calls to date for 2011: 548. Total calls since last meeting: 53.
Awards banquet scheduled for Jan. 14, 2012 at the KC Hall.
Vehicular issues: Ladder test completed, pump tests completed and Holmatro extrication tools service completed.
Equipment issues: Throttle cable replacement on Engine 2204, motor on the hose dryer burned up. Air release on tanker truck 2206 rusted through.
Department Events: Chief Rogers reported on the Halloween detail. The funeral detail, Veterans Day detail, Dawson house burn and the TNS class.
Chief Rogers reported that $1040 was received from Tom Mussatt donations. There was around $200 already received. Also the family donated their $500 trust fund
beneficiary back to the department.
Chief Rogers reported that Explorer Scout members Alec Dishon and Elizabeth Schenk both made the Riverton High School honor roll.
Chief Rogers read a card received from a lady involved in a MVA approximately a year ago thanking us.
On purchases, the Chief would like to get approximately $750 for the children’s Christmas Party.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Dominic Vespa, to allow up to $750 for the children’s Christmas Party and unanimously approved, was approved as
presented (all trustees voted yes).
Chief Rogers asked about purchasing a trailer to haul extra equipment on that we may need, mainly extrication equipment. This was discussed by the board. It was
decided to table this until next meeting.
Chief Rogers reported that there will be no training on Thanksgiving Eve and after the training on 12-14-11, there will be no training until Jan. 4, 2012.
Chief Rogers also reported on the structure fire on Main Street in Spaulding.
Other reports: Dominic Vespa asked about putting a wash sink in the bay to use for washing items such as the SCBA masks, members’ dirty hands from working on
equipment, etc. This would keep us from using the other facilities in the kitchen and rest rooms. The board agreed not to exceed $200 on this.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Dominic Vespa, to put a wash sink in the bay area and unanimously approved, was approved (all trustees present
voted yes).
There being no further discussion on the above subjects, upon a motion made by Ray Lee, seconded by Nick McCarthy and unanimously approved and was approved,
the meeting was adjourned at 7 p.m.
The Nov. 15 meeting of the Riverton Area Fire Protection District was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
On the 15th day of November 2011, the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Riverton Area Fire Protection District was commenced at 6:05 p.m. The meeting
was called to order by President Alex Lyons. Trustees present by roll call were Alex Lyons, Ray Lee, Dominic Vespa, Tom Rader and Nick McCarthy. Others present: Fire
Department, Louie Rogers, Keith Schenk, Joe Bartley, Todd Suhling, Jon Churchill, Justin Jacobs, Robert Cunningham, William Hurt and James Cribbett Jr. General public:
None.
Public Comment: None.
Secretary’s Report: Dominic Vespa (Copies of minutes given to trustees, fire district attorney and fire chief).
A motion was duly made by Nick McCarthy, seconded by Tom Rader and unanimously approved, was approved at the regular meeting of Nov. 15 for the minutes of the
regular meeting of Oct. 18 (all trustees present voted yes).
Treasurer’s Report: Tom Rader. Treasurer Rader explained the treasurer’s report.
Checking account balance: $70395.76; available balance, $69585.93.
Savings account balance: $183,033.80; available balance, $183,033.80
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Tom Rader to accept the treasurer’s report and unanimously approved, was approved as presented (all trustees
present voted yes).
CORRESPONDENCE:
Memorandum received from our attorney Jim Sinclair in reference to the tax levy filing so that he could prepare them. Mr. Sinclair was contacted and advised to go ahead
and prepare them as explained to us with his memo at a previous meeting.
Information received from Corkill Insurance Agency, Inc. of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, in reference to their insurance program. Information placed in file.
Memo received from Clear Lake Township in reference to their annual Christmas party.
A FOIA request was forwarded to us from the Village of Riverton from a Community Data and News in requesting information on fire calls. Request read. Secretary Vespa
said that he faxed a copy to our attorney Jim Sinclair.
OLD BUSINESS:
Further update, fire hydrants: President Lyons. He reported that the Village of Riverton is still repairing ones needing repair. Also the one on Main Street and Route 54 in
Spaulding is working. It is a reverse opening hydrant, different than others. They are planning to replace this hydrant later on, along with a hydrant on Ivy Hill. Also others that
may need replacing.
Further update, plaque wall: Secretary Vespa reported that work on the plaque wall is about ready to begin. It should be finished by next meeting, weather permitting.
Payment of worker’s compensation: Treasurer Rader reported it has been taken care of and premium paid.
NEW BUSINESS:
Adoption of the Tax Levy Ordinance.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Nick McCarthy to accept the 2011 Tax Levy Ordinance as prepared by our attorney and unanimously approved, was
approved as presented (all trustees present voted yes).
The deadline for filing is Dec. 27, 2011. The ordinance was signed and returned to our attorney for filing.
Purchases: The chief will cover in his report.
Closed session: There was no closed session.
REPORTS:
Training officer, Deputy Chief Keith Schenk. Verbal report given. Hose Advancement, SCBA and ladder training on 10-12-11. SCBA Donning and Doffing, RIT and 4-Gas
Meter training on 10-19-11.
Vehicle extrication, patient removal and trauma packaging on 11-2-11.
A live fire burn — SCBA and search is tentatively scheduled for 11-19-11 at Dawson Fire, weather permitting.
EMS Officer — Chief Rogers reported on (verbal report given). Chief Rogers reported on the above extrication class.
A trauma nurses class was held today for trauma nurses. Also the State Journal-Register newspaper was here. Arch Medical Helicopter also participated.
Cardiac emergencies class scheduled for December.
EMT-B Class — one waiting to test and one still in class.
Fire Chief — Chief Louie Rogers: FF-II Class — one still on class.
Possible future house burn with Springfield Fire Department.
Total calls to date for 2011: 548. Total calls since last meeting: 53.
Awards banquet scheduled for Jan. 14, 2012 at the KC Hall.
Vehicular issues: Ladder test completed, pump tests completed and Holmatro extrication tools service completed.
Equipment issues: Throttle cable replacement on Engine 2204, motor on the hose dryer burned up. Air release on tanker truck 2206 rusted through.
Department Events: Chief Rogers reported on the Halloween detail. The funeral detail, Veterans Day detail, Dawson house burn and the TNS class.
Chief Rogers reported that $1040 was received from Tom Mussatt donations. There was around $200 already received. Also the family donated their $500 trust fund
beneficiary back to the department.
Chief Rogers reported that Explorer Scout members Alec Dishon and Elizabeth Schenk both made the Riverton High School honor roll.
Chief Rogers read a card received from a lady involved in a MVA approximately a year ago thanking us.
On purchases, the Chief would like to get approximately $750 for the children’s Christmas Party.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Dominic Vespa, to allow up to $750 for the children’s Christmas Party and unanimously approved, was approved as
presented (all trustees voted yes).
Chief Rogers asked about purchasing a trailer to haul extra equipment on that we may need, mainly extrication equipment. This was discussed by the board. It was
decided to table this until next meeting.
Chief Rogers reported that there will be no training on Thanksgiving Eve and after the training on 12-14-11, there will be no training until Jan. 4, 2012.
Chief Rogers also reported on the structure fire on Main Street in Spaulding.
Other reports: Dominic Vespa asked about putting a wash sink in the bay to use for washing items such as the SCBA masks, members’ dirty hands from working on
equipment, etc. This would keep us from using the other facilities in the kitchen and rest rooms. The board agreed not to exceed $200 on this.
A motion was duly made by Ray Lee, seconded by Dominic Vespa, to put a wash sink in the bay area and unanimously approved, was approved (all trustees present
voted yes).
There being no further discussion on the above subjects, upon a motion made by Ray Lee, seconded by Nick McCarthy and unanimously approved and was approved,
the meeting was adjourned at 7 p.m.
Issue Date: Dec. 29, 2011
