March 2023 Meeting Minutes

Mike McCleery, March 6, 2023

 

Halsey-Shedd RFPD Volunteer Associaction Meeting Minutes

        

                            March 2023

 

 

Date:  3/1/23                       Minutes Recorded By: D.Clark, sec

Call to Order: 19:00             By: Speedy K, prez.

Pledge of Allegiance Called By:  CJ Stoakes

Roll Call: Volunteers on Roster:  28           Volunteers in Attendance:  15

                  Special Guests:   

 

Reading of Previous Minutes:  Corrections:  None, this time.

Approval Motion by: Guy M.             Seconded by: John C.             Approved (Y/N):  Y

 

Treasurer’s Report:

Beginning Balance:   $ 36,174.58                            Approval Motion by:  John C.

            Deposits:                                    0.00                           Seconded by:  KC

            Expenses:                            709.14                            Approved (Y/N):  Y

            Ending Balance:          $ 35,465.44

 

Committee Reports:

• Website: Still a work in progress, Nickel is still talking with Webmaster Vicky

 

• Facebook: Stupendous

 

• Shirt Committee: See Speedy with questions

 

• Jacket Committee: middle weight jackets have been ordered by Bridger; Sean will be ordering more of the heavy jackets for new members. The suggestion was made that the Vol. Asso. should pay for the jackets. If the member leaves membership in less than 5 years they will give the jacket back. If they are in good standing they might be able to keep the jacket. The minimum time for receiving a jacket? 6 months was suggested. Discussion and ideas will be presented to the group for addition to the bylaws.

The motion was mad for the Assoc. to pay for jackets and add a section about jackets and shirts to the bylaws, as determined by the committee. Motion: John C, 2^nd: CJ Stoakes. Passed.

• Truck Committee: Eng. 56 will get attention by Jeremy when he has an opening in his schedule.

 

• Safety: Stick around after the business meeting.

 

• Computer Committee: discussion was made about possible uses of a computer, including secretary, treasurer and website alterations. The idea of getting a new computer (instead of used) received positive remarks. Research is ongoing.

 

Station Representative Reports:                                                                               

Sta. 51: Sorry, it is still here.

Sta. 52: No complaints tonight, the resident is keeping it mighty clean.

Sta. 53: Hanging in there by a thread.

Sta. 54: A new smoke alarm battery is needed, Sean will see to it.

 

Old Business:

• The president reminds the members that Robert’s Rules of Order will be followed in all meetings. Members will wait to speak until called upon and proper procedure for motions will be followed. Wearing hats and/or not wearing a full uniform in the monthly business meeting will result in fines. Not following rules of orders will result in fines.
• The Bylaws Committee will review and suggest revisions to the Bylaws to bring them up to date, including new committees and meeting rules/regulations. Committee members are John C, Dave C, Guy M, and our token paid staff Sean J.

 

New Business:

• No new business reported.

 

President’s Notes:

• Silas will cook next month.
• Thanks for Mike M. for stepping up on short notice to get tonight’s dinner together.

 

Staff Reports:

Training Officer:

• If you don’t take a TB test you must sign a waiver. This is a requirement for all of us. See Sean.
• New training opportunities are on the board, check them out and see Sean.
• Online training: we have to show OSHA it is getting done!  So please do your part and see Sean.
• Fit test: the few people left to get it done need to coordinate with Sean.
• EMS training: CVA class, you must register yourself (online). Don’t see Seab.
• ICS 300/400 training in April, 1 week long you can take both classes or just one. See Sean.
• Wildland class in May, S130 & 190; sign up with Sean if you need to take it.
• Check your mask at least 1x/month; business meeting time is a perfect time.

 

Fire Chief:

• Thanks for all who came to the Banquet and made it so special.
• Happy birthday to all the March babies.
• Thanks to Mike M. for stepping up and covering dinner; poor Eric M. is snowed in far away.
• Station 53 report: The reconstruction still aims to start in June, engineers and contractor are ironing out the details. Still.
• New rig report: the Fords and Engine 53 are all making progress towards being finished.
• Run report, 2023 vs 2022: February – 37 vs. 22; Year – 61 vs. 58

 

Good of the Order:  $ 3.00              To: Mike M. (roll it!)

Meeting Adjourned: Motion by: Guy M.    Seconded by:  CJ

 Approved (Y?N):  Y       Time:  19:36          Submitted by:  Dave C, sec

 

 

February 2023 Minutes

Mike McCleery, February 7, 2023

Date:  2/2/23                       Minutes Recorded By: D.Clark, sec

Call to Order: 19:00             By: Speedy K, prez.

Pledge of Allegiance Called By:  Silas Miller

Roll Call: Volunteers on Roster:  27           Volunteers in Attendance:  18

                  Special Guests:   Dalton Tenbusch, turned in his application and was unanimously accepted.

 

Reading of Previous Minutes:  Corrections:  None, this time.

Approval Motion by: Eric M.            Seconded by: CJ         Approved (Y/N):  Y

 

Treasurer’s Report:

Beginning Balance:   $ 34,265.30                            Approval Motion by:  John C.

            Deposits:                          2, 261.00                            Seconded by:  CJ

            Expenses:                            351.78                            Approved (Y/N):  Y

            Ending Balance:          $ 36,174.52

 

Committee Reports:

• Website: Still a work in progress, call Nickel with any questions

 

• Facebook: No report

 

• Shirt Committee: See Speedy with questions

 

• Jacket Committee: the consensus of the group is that the names and position will be attached to the jacket.

 

• Truck Committee: Eng. 56 will get attention by Jeremy when he has an opening in his schedule. Local farmers are very demanding.

 

• Safety: Stick around after the business meeting.

 

Station Representative Reports:                                                                               

Sta. 51: Still here. Because of new insulation and heaters and general increased efficiencies the power bill is about ½ of what it was previously. Bully!

Sta. 52: The lights upstairs need some attention; for example, one of them is crooked.

 

Sta. 53: Someone has dug a hole by the footing. Chief Trav is taking the blame. The slab is officially deep.

Sta. 54: All is well. The gutters are clean.

 

Old Business:

• No old business.

 

New Business:

• OVFA dues are due, $225 for 27 members. Moved: CJ; 2^nd: Eric M. Motion passed
• OVFA conference in Roseburg, June 8-11.
• LB Food Share is asking for a donation. The motion to donate was made by Becky and 2^nd by Sylvia. The motion did not pass.
• Treasurer’s computer needs to be replaced. CJ and Mike M. will research options and give their recommendation to the group. Motion to try and keep it under $1200 was made by Garret, 2^nd by Guy. Motion passed.
• Letter from local high school kids: Mr/Mrs Eagle pageant is starting and they are requesting a donation. Discussion ensued, recognizing the proceeds will benefit all county residents, not just Harrisburg. Motion made to donate $250 by KC, 2^nd by Eli. Motion passed.

 

President’s Notes:

• None

 

Staff Reports:

Training Officer:

• Please get your online training done. Now.
• Fire school is coming up.
• Thank you for everyone who helped at the live fire training for Adair FD. They are very appreciative.
• AO training is coming up, more info soon.
• Next week Chief’s mystery drill starts at 6:30. Get there on time.

 

Fire Chief:

• Happy B-day to all February volunteers
• 24 runs for January, vs. 36 for the same time last year.
• Annual banquet at Jeremy Ott’s shop will be January 24^th, dinner at 6:30 but come early.
• The new (Ford) pickups are here, just cab and frame. The beds are available and the equipment is on its way.
• Station 53 reconstruction report: the construction is out for bids, due on 2/6. Board and staff will conduct a question/answer session of contractors who apply.
• Reminder: drill next week will start at 6:30 and the incentive book will be completed and available.

 

Good of the Order:  $ 1.00              To: Dave C. (roll it!)

Meeting Adjourned: Motion by: Sam H.    Seconded by:  CJ

 Approved (Y?N):  Y       Time:  19:28          Submitted by:  Dave C, sec

January 2023 Minutes

Mike McCleery, January 10, 2023

 

Date:   5 Jan 2023                      Minutes Recorded By:  D. Clark, sec

Call to Order:  19:00                              By:  Joe Kropf, new prez

Pledge of Allegiance Called By:   Silas M.

Roll Call: Volunteers on Roster:  27          Volunteers in Attendance:  15

                     Special Guests:    Dalton Tenbusch, prospective member

 

Reading of Previous Minutes:  Corrections:  1. Replaced Bridger as Treasurer with Mike M.

                                                                                                   2. Ty Johnson is new resident at Sta. 52, not 53 (duh!)

Approval Motion by: Silas M.           Seconded by: John C.              Approved (Y/N):  Y

 

Treasurer’s Report:

Beginning Balance: $ 33,752.21                                   Approval Motion by:  John C.

               Deposits:                            5,046.09                                   Seconded by:   Andy G.

               Expenses:                            4,533.00                                   Approved (Y/N):  Y

               Ending Balance:        $ 34,265.30

 

Committee Reports:

• Website:  Final training tomorrow, then watch out!

 

• Facebook:  Still there, of course, and finished the volunteer spotlight in time for 2023.

 

• Shirt Committee:  See Speedy, of course.

 

• Truck Committee: Eng. #56 will get in for a do-over in Feb.

 

• Jacket Committee: No report

 

• Safety: Stick around after the business meeting.

 

Station Representative Reports:                                                                                                                                                                            

Sta. 51: More crickets.

Sta. 52: New resident, old resident is still nearby.

Sta. 53: Withstanding the wind, and bedrock was found 21 feet down.

Sta. 54:  Eng. 54 hard to shift into “Drive”, possible switchbox issue. Sean will investigate.

Old Business:

• None

 

New Business:

• OR Fire Service Museum membership for HSRFPD is $81. Moved: CJ, 2^nd: Dave C; passed
• Check the selections in the pop machine and pass suggestions to Andy G.

 

President’s Notes:

• None tonight.

 

Staff Reports:

Training Officer:

• Get your TB tests and flu shots right here tonight.
• Training opportunities posted on the board.
• Please complete all the online OSHA trainings. Now.
• Do the fit test as required by OSHA. Tonight, is a good night. See Sean.
• Call review: weather related calls went well. I-5 was a little crazy and medical calls were very slow. Reassure the patient and family while waiting for the ambulance.

Fire Chief:

• Happy Birthday to all the January babies.
• Thank you, Becky, for the delicious Dinner.
• December and total 2022 calls: 44 vs 29 (2021), and 394 vs 407 (2021). That would be a record for December
• Thank you for everyone helping out at December events
• A contractor for station 53 seismic upgrade will be chosen in Feb.
• EMR class has finished and all passed.
• Grant report: no $ from the Feds, but the State might have available apparatus $. Think positive.

State Fire Marshall has $ for 2-3 FF/EMT positions for 3-year period. We’re hopeful.

• No news on new apparatus already in the cue for us. None.

 

Good of the Order:   $ 24.75                             To:  Mike M.

Meeting Adjourned: Motion by: John C      Seconded by:  CJ

 Approved (Y?N):  Y        Time: 19:26              Submitted by:  Dave C, sec