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Minutes for August 18, 2016

Beckwourth Fire District

Meeting called to order at 6:29 PM by George Bundy.

Roll Call: Board Members: George Bundy, Denisce Downs, Donald Ball, M.D. and Stephen Waldeck (absent) Chief: Greg McCaffrey Admin. Assistant: Fran Zeits Public: Dwight Ceresola, Robert Marshall and Toodie Marshall.

The Pledge of Allegiance: Recited by all.

Approval of Minutes for the Board Meeting held on July 21, 2016. Denisce motioned to approve Minutes for July 21, 2016 and Donald seconded, all in favor. Motion passed.

Approval of the Account Receivables, Expenditures, Revenue and Balance Sheet for the month of June, 2016 – Report 13. Denisce motioned to approve the Account Receivables, Expenditures, Revenue and Balance Sheet for the month of June, 2016 – Report 13 and Donald seconded, all in favor. Motion passed. Fran stated she just finalized July’s report today and will be placed on the September’s agenda.

PUBLIC COMMENT: Robert Marshall had questions regarding the hangar tax that was implemented on the 2016/2017 tax bill. 1. He stated his hangar is not a repair hangar but a storage hangar. 2. Beckwourth Fire District’s fee schedule was voted on and approved on April 27, 2006. The Board accepted Jim Krantz’s fee schedule at that vote. One of the items on the schedule, “aircraft repair hangar - licensed business” - $135.00 yearly. Later there was an exhibit B with a line item “aircraft repair hangar” - $60.00. Confusing. Robert Marshall stated he would like to revisit this issue at the next board meeting. George Bundy requested that Robert Marshall draft a written request and drop it off at Station 1 for consideration.

Consent Agenda Items: Greg McCaffrey signed agreement #7FG16008 (2016 Cal Grant) and mailed. BEC was awarded $2,175.00. Denisce Downs completed/mailed Plumas-Sierra REC Board of Directors election ballot.

Secretary’s Report: Fran handed out a sympathy card (Rachel Gottas) for Board’s signatures, Golden State Conference flier for October 20th & 21st, PSREC annual meeting notice to be held on September 10th, a letter from J’s Feather River Rental notifying the public they will be closing their doors on August 31st and a letter from Sierra Nevada Journey’s (Kids Ranch) notifying BEC that there will be no “Halloween Carnival” this year. Fran reiterated that when she sends an email reminder regarding the upcoming board meetings a RSVP is very important, especially now with only four board members.

Chief’s Report: Cal Fire 2015/2016 Grant: Approved for $4,644.25. Received funds. FEMA BEC Grant for air compressor replacement was sent January 7, 2016. Received notification it was denied. Instead of replacing the complete air compressor system Greg will peruse replacing the internal filter system, which will be less expensive and BEC will be able to handle the expense internally. FEMA BEC Grant initiated by Loyalton Fire Department for a multi agency radio grant was sent January 15, 2016. May install a VHF repeater. The benefit associated with the VHF repeater is the firefighters will be able to use an additional repeater other than the County’s. No word. Anticipating it will take about one year. If approved the Board would need to discuss the option to participate and share cost. Training: The Sierra Valley Task Force met in Sierraville for training last Monday. Engine Updates: Mentioned the 2006 Ford Expedition #9400 has been paid off and wanted the Board to consider replacing #9472, which has 222,000+ miles. Pending. Awarded (FEPP) a slip-in unit for #9472, which is 15 years newer than the existing unit. Unit is free and is the property of USFS. Greg picked up the slip-in unit in Grass Valley and will be painting it shortly. The present unit will be sold after the Board’s discussion and surplus acknowledgement. Station 1: Engineer’s bay door renovation plans have been approved by the County. The contractor will be starting this coming Monday. Park/lawn committee (Greg, Fran, Ed & Don) have met their goals. Greg met with Ken Roper, engineer from Quincy, and went over the preliminary generic plans for an addition/closure/laundry/shower room renovation at Station 1. Denisce definitely feels the shower is a necessity and asset to the fire department and community. Received Ken Roper’s engineer plan/report and the Board reviewed at the last board meeting. Ken Roper explained to Greg whatever the total cost for the new renovation the District will need to add 20% for handicap improvement towards the existing facility. Greg has been in contact with USDA. Department of Agriculture has a funding program for small districts. A grant is for one objective but the funding program can include a list of objective items. Greg has started the application procedure, which normally takes a year. Interest rate would be less than 2% and can be amortized over 40 years, if needed. Station 2 – Property: The IIPP committee met at Station 2 and did a walk through evaluating OSHA mandatory requirements. Greg will meet with the Station 2 staff to go over the list and have them cure the corrective requirements. BEC is considering motion sensors in the hallway, rewire overhead lights on separate switches and install a fan to circulate air. Pending. USFS have agreed to rent the office at Station 2. Received rental payment ($600.00) for six months.

Notification of Vacancy on Board of Directors: George informed the Board and the public that unfortunately there is a vacancy seat on the Beckwourth Fire District’s board. He sadly reported that Joseph Gottas had passed away on August 8th. Denisce had spoken to Rachel Gottas and tentatively his family is planning a memorial on the 27th of August in Graeagle, but no definite time or plans have been finalized. Denisce and Fran will keep in contact with Rachel. Fran notified the County on August 12th and will post the public board vacancy notice next week.

Final Budget for 2016/2017 Fiscal Year: Fran went over minor changes that were made to the preliminary budget approved at the June 16th board meeting. Denisce Downs motioned to approve the final budget for 2016/2017 Fiscal Year as presented and Donald Ball, seconded, all in favor. Motion passed.

Resolution 2016-006 - Adopting the Final Budget for the 2016/2017 Fiscal Year: George Bundy motioned for a roll call vote for Resolution 2016-006 - Adopting the Final Budget for the 2016/2017 Fiscal Year. George Bundy – Yes; Denisce Downs – Yes; Donald Ball – Yes: Stephen Waldeck – absent.

Resolution 2016-007 Establishing Appropriations Limit for Beckwourth Fire District: Denisce Downs motioned to approve Resolution 2016-007 - Establishing Appropriations Limit for Beckwourth Fire District and Donald Ball seconded, all in favor. Motion passed.

Election Ballot – Board of Directors for Plumas-Sierra REC: Denisce motioned to send/sign the election ballot electing Ole Olsen (no opponent) – District 2 & David Hansen (no opponent) – District 5, for BFDistrict and George seconded, all in favor. Motion passed without objection.

Enclosure for Generator: Rolled over.

Station 1 Renovation – Addition/Closure/Laundry/Shower Room: Rolled over. Also refer to chief’s report under Station 1.

Battalion Chiefs’ Reports: None

Division Chief’s Report: None

Directors’ Reports: George Bundy – None; Denisce Downs – Apologized for the internet service disruption thru Plumas-Sierra REC and BEC will receive a free month of service; Donald Ball – None; Stephen Waldeck – Absent.

Old Business: NIMS Requirement: Denisce: IS100 (certificate) and completion of IS700. Donald Ball: IS100 & IS700: Took both tests but was unable to print certificates. 2015 Form 700 (Statement of Economic Interest): Donald Ethics Class: Donald Bay Doors – Update: Refer to Chief’s report under Station 1. 18+- Acres at Station 2: No Updates

New Business: Next Board Meeting September 15, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.

Adjournment: Adjourned at 7:30 p. m. Denisce motioned to adjourn and Donald seconded, all in favor. Motion passed.

I, FRAN ZEITS, SECRETARY OF THE BOARD, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING MINUTES OF SAID MEETING OF THE BECKWOURTH FIRE DISTRICT HELD ON August 18, 2016 ARE CORRECT AS RECORDED.

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Fran Zeits, Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ APPROVAL SIGNATURES: Minutes for August 18, 2016.

George Bundy: ___________________________________Date: _______________

Denisce Downs: __________________________________Date: _______________

Donald Ball, M.D.: _________________________________Date: _______________

Stephen Waldeck: ________________________________Date: _______________